The largest landlocked country in the world is Kazakhstan. Located in Central Asia, Kazakhstan has an area of about 2.7 million square kilometers, making it the ninth-largest country overall and the biggest that is completely surrounded by land. It shares borders with several countries, including Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. Despite being landlocked, Kazakhstan has significant natural resources, including oil and gas, which contribute to its economy. Its diverse landscapes, ranging from steppes to mountains, offer unique ecological and cultural features characteristic of Central Asian history and traditions.