A double-landlocked country (or doubly landlocked country) is a landlocked country that is entirely surrounded by landlocked countries. There are total 44 landlocked countries in the world. Only two are double-landlocked. Can you guess?
The two double-landlocked countries
- Liechtenstein (entirely surrounded by two landlocked countries Austria and Switzerland)
- Uzbekistan (entirely surrounded by five landlocked countries Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan)
1. Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is a small doubly landlocked country located in Central Europe between landlocked countries Austria and Switzerland. It is one of the smallest countries in the world by both area and population. The country is known for its mountainous Alpine landscape, high standard of living, and strong financial sector.
2. Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is a doubly-landlocked country located in Central Asia. It is known for its historic cities such as Samarkand and Bukhara. The country has a diverse landscape that includes deserts, mountains, and fertile valleys. Uzbekistan is the most populous country in Central Asia.
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