The lowest country in the world

The lowest country in the world
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Few places on earth are as beautiful or as endangered as The Maldives.

Holding the title of the lowest country in the world during a time of rising sea levels is an unenviable crown.

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The nation's former president, Mohamed Nasheed said "If carbon emissions continue at the rate they are climbing today, my country will be underwater in seven years."

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With the highest 'mountain' tipping the ruler at a mere 2.4 metres and 80% of the country less than 1 metre above sea level this land of 1192 coral fringed islands of perfection looks set for a tragic ending.

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In 2008 its own government even looked at purchasing new land in India, Sri Lanka, and Australia for the resettlement of its people.  

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The captial city of Male is home to 1/3 of the population crammed onto an island just 6km2 in size.

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Ironically though the Maldives other claim to fame is that it's the world's most dispersed country, with it's 26 atolls spread over 90,000km2 of pristine ocean.

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