10 Oldest Countries in the World

Discover the Cradle of Civilization Travel back in time and explore the 10 oldest countries in the world.

1. Egypt Founded: 3100 BCE Known as the "Gift of the Nile," Egypt boasts a history rich with pharaohs, pyramids, and hieroglyphs.

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2. Iran (Persia) Founded: 550 BCE Once home to the powerful Achaemenid Empire, Iran is one of the world's oldest civilization

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China Founded: 2070 BCE China's Xia Dynasty marked the beginning of its ancient civilization, flourishing for over 4,000 years.

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4. Greece Founded: 800 BCE The birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and the Olympic Games, Greece's history remains influential.

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5. India Founded: 1500 BCE Home to the Indus Valley Civilization and a deep cultural heritage, India is among the oldest nations.

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6. Ethiopia Founded: 980 BCE Known as the "Land of Origins," Ethiopia has a history steeped in ancient kingdoms and traditions.

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7. Japan Founded: 660 BCE With its roots in Shintoism and imperial rule, Japan is a blend of ancient culture and modernity.

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8. San Marino Founded: 301 CE One of the smallest countries in the world, San Marino prides itself on being the oldest republic.

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9. Armenia Founded: 860 BCE Armenia boasts a rich history as one of the first countries to adopt Christianity as its state religion.

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10. Vietnam Founded: 2879 BCE With roots tracing back to the Hồng Bàng dynasty, Vietnam has a history that spans millennia.

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