5 Unexplored Countries That You Didn’t Know Existed

In between Madagascar and Mozambique lies the African island nation of the Comoros. Popular for its volcanic islands, diverse culture, and history, it was previously a French colony, and one of them is still an overseas territory of France called Mayotte. However, the country barely receives any international attention and is truly a hidden gem yet to be explored.

Tucked away in the South Pacific region, Nauru is a small, potato-shaped island with over 10,000 people. Also known as a former colony of the German Empire, it is the third smallest country in the world.

Djibouti is a small, southeast country nestled in the Horn of Africa. Due to its strategic location near the Red Sea, it serves as a key shipping and military hub. It features Lake Assal, the third-lowest point on Earth, with the most saline water body.

With a total area of 10 square miles, Tuvalu is the fourth smallest country in the world in the Pacific Ocean. This Polynesian island comprises three reef islands and six true atolls situated midway between Australia and Hawaii. Guess what? It is home to only 11,000 people!

Kyrgyzstan is a country situated in Central Asia with a rich cultural history spanning over 2,000 years. It is an Islamic country, geographically isolated by highly mountainous terrain. One can witness a combination of Mongol, Turkic, Chinese, and Russian influence in the country.