Top 10 Longest Coastline Countries In The World

Zee Media Bureau
May 29, 2023

Canada

Canada has the longest coastline in the world, stretching over 202,080 kilometres. Its coastline, which is home to a variety of ecosystems and species, borders the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans.

Indonesia

The second-longest coastline in the world, Indonesia's stretches for over 54,720 kilometres. The nation's coastline, which is home to a variety of beaches, coral reefs, and marine life, borders the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

Russia

With a total length of over 37,653 kilometres, Russia possesses a sizable section of its coastline in the Arctic. The Baltic, Black, and Caspian Seas, as well as the Arctic and Pacific Oceans, border the nation's coastline.

Philippines

The coastline of the Philippines stretches for over 36,289 km, and it is bordered by the Pacific, the South China, and the Celebes seas. Whale sharks and coral reefs are among the abundant marine species found in the nation.

Japan

Japan's coastline, which encircles the Pacific Ocean, the Sea of Japan, and the East China Sea, is around 29,751 kilometres long. The nation is well-known for its stunning beaches and is a well-liked surfing and water sports destination.

Australia

Australia has a coastline that stretches for around 25,760 km, and it borders both the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The nation is well-known for having a variety of marine environments, including the Great Barrier Reef, and is a well-liked location for scuba diving and snorkelling.

Norway

Norway has a coastline that stretches for around 25,148 km, and it borders both the North Atlantic Ocean and the Barents Sea. The nation is well-known for its fjords and stunning coastal scenery, and it is a well-liked location for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.

United States

The Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans, as well as the Gulf of Mexico, are all located along the nation's 19,924 km of coastline. There are many different types of coastal landscapes throughout the nation, including beaches, wetlands, and rocky cliffs.

China

China has a coastline that stretches for around 18,000 kilometres and borders the Yellow Sea, East China Sea, and South China Sea.The country's coastline is home to several major ports and is a hub for international trade.

Greenland

The coastline of Greenland is roughly 44,087 km long, ranking it as the tenth-longest in the world. The majority of the nation's coastline is underdeveloped, with long areas of untamed wilderness.

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