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Population
Surface area
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Cyprus’ population is about 1,778× that of Vatican City State (Holy See), a difference of 1,357,518.
Cyprus’ surface area is about 18,878× that of Vatican City State (Holy See), a difference of 9,250 km².
Vatican City State (Holy See)’s population density is 962% higher than that of Cyprus, a difference of 1,412 /km².
Nominal GDP data is unavailable for Vatican City State (Holy See), so a relative difference cannot be calculated.
GDP per capita data is unavailable for Vatican City State (Holy See), so a relative difference cannot be calculated.
Values use the latest available observations in WorldSumma. Economic reporting years are shown when available and can differ by country.
Nicosia
Vatican City
1,358,282
764
9,250 km²
0 km²
147 /km²
1,559 /km²
$37.63 billion · 2024
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$38,674 · 2024
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Europe
Europe
Southern Europe
Southern Europe
Euro · EUR · €
Euro · EUR · €
Cypriot
Vatican
+357
+379
.cy
.va
CY / CYP
VA / VAT
Asia/Famagusta, Asia/Nicosia
Europe/Vatican
Κύπρος
Vaticano
| Measure | Cyprus | Vatican City State (Holy See) |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Nicosia | Vatican City |
| Population | 1,358,282 | 764 |
| Surface area | 9,250 km² | 0 km² |
| Population density | 147 /km² | 1,559 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $37.63 billion · 2024 | — |
| GDP per capita | $38,674 · 2024 | — |
| Region | Europe | Europe |
| Subregion | Southern Europe | Southern Europe |
| Currency | Euro · EUR · € | Euro · EUR · € |
| Nationality | Cypriot | Vatican |
| Phone code | +357 | +379 |
| Internet domain | .cy | .va |
| ISO codes | CY / CYP | VA / VAT |
| Time zone | Asia/Famagusta, Asia/Nicosia | Europe/Vatican |
| Native name | Κύπρος | Vaticano |
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Cyprus, the sun‑kissed island of the eastern Mediterranean, blends ancient heritage with modern vibrancy, offering visitors a tapestry of crystal‑blue coastlines, rugged mountains, and bustling towns steeped in history.
Full Cyprus profile →Vatican City is the smallest sovereign state in the world, an independent enclave within the city of Rome and the spiritual and administrative heart of the Roman Catholic Church. Ruled by the Pope, it is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and priceless treasures of art and faith. Despite its tiny size, its influence is global.
Full Vatican City State (Holy See) profile →The capital of Cyprus is Nicosia.
Cyprus has a recorded population of approximately 1,358,282 people.
Cyprus covers an area of about 9,250 km².
Cyprus has a population density of roughly 147 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Cyprus has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $37.63 billion as of 2024.
Cyprus has a GDP per capita of approximately $38,674.
Cyprus uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.
Cyprus is located in Southern Europe, Europe.
The native name of Cyprus is Κύπρος.
People from Cyprus are referred to as Cypriot.
The international dialing code for Cyprus is +357.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Cyprus is .cy.
Cyprus spans 2 time zones including Asia/Famagusta, Asia/Nicosia.
Cyprus, the sun‑kissed island of the eastern Mediterranean, blends ancient heritage with modern vibrancy, offering visitors a tapestry of crystal‑blue coastlines, rugged mountains, and bustling towns steeped in history.
The capital of Vatican City State (Holy See) is Vatican City.
Vatican City State (Holy See) has a recorded population of approximately 764 people.
Vatican City State (Holy See) covers an area of about 0 km².
Vatican City State (Holy See) has a population density of roughly 1,559 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Vatican City State (Holy See) uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.
Vatican City State (Holy See) is located in Southern Europe, Europe.
The native name of Vatican City State (Holy See) is Vaticano.
People from Vatican City State (Holy See) are referred to as Vatican.
The international dialing code for Vatican City State (Holy See) is +379.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Vatican City State (Holy See) is .va.
Vatican City State (Holy See) uses the Europe/Vatican time zone.
Vatican City is the smallest sovereign state in the world, an independent enclave within the city of Rome and the spiritual and administrative heart of the Roman Catholic Church. Ruled by the Pope, it is home to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and priceless treasures of art and faith. Despite its tiny size, its influence is global.