Some facts about Europe
Europe is the second smallest continent in the world by area, covering about 10.18 million square kilometers (3.93 million square miles).
It’s bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and Asia to the east — the border with Asia is often marked by the Ural Mountains in Russia.
Europe has 44 countries, though the exact number depends on political recognition.
The Vatican City in Rome is the smallest country in the world — both in area and population.
Europe has a population of over 740 million people.
Europe has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other continent.
The Alps stretch across 8 countries, including France, Switzerland, Italy, and Austria.
Visited in Europe
Spain: Tenerife