Which is bigger: Poland or Oman?

Poland is larger (312,696 km²) — about 1.0 times the size of Oman (309,500 km²).

Why do Poland and Oman look different on the map than in reality?

The common Mercator projection enlarges areas the farther they lie from the equator, so the on-map size proportions of Poland and Oman are distorted compared to their true land area.

Poland vs Oman Size Comparison

Discover the true size difference between Poland and Oman. Compare their overlaid silhouettes and learn how the Mercator projection distorts scale.

Direct Silhouette Overlay (same scale)

Comparison of shapes at the exact same, real geographic scale. Click or tap and drag either silhouette to adjust positioning manually.

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Poland ↗

Surface Area312,696 km²

Population37,974,750

TypeCountry

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Oman ↗

Surface Area309,500 km²

Population4,829,483

TypeCountry

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