Vatican City
- Region
- Europe
- Area
- 0.44 km²
- Capital
- Vatican City
- ISO
- VA
What the flag means
Yellow and white come from the gold and silver "keys of heaven," which are said to have been entrusted to Saint Peter. The white side shows two crossed keys and the papal triple crown.
Fun facts
- FlagAlong with Switzerland, Vatican City has one of only 2 square national flags in the world.
- GeographyWith an area of less than 0.5 km², Vatican City is the smallest country in the world.
- GeographyVatican City is completely surrounded by Rome, the capital of Italy.
- CultureThe guards who protect the Pope have traditionally been Swiss, a practice that has continued since 1506.
