Vatican City Is Smaller Than Central Park in New York

Vatican City holds the title of world's smallest independent state, covering just 121 acres. To put that in perspective, New York's Central Park is 843 acres, meaning you could fit Vatican City inside it more than six times. Despite its tiny size, it is home to some of the world's most famous art and architecture, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. About 800 people live within its walls.