How Many Countries are there in Europe? Here's an Entire List

Europe is one of the most beautiful continents in the world, with a variety of countries and cultures in its fold. There are 50 countries in Europe, each with its own language, currency, and varied culture.
Aparna Jadhav
Last Updated: Mar 26, 2018
We must build a kind of United States of Europe. In this way only, will hundreds of millions of toilers be able to regain the simple joys and hopes which make life worth living.
- Winston Churchill, University of Zurich, Switzerland (1946)
- Winston Churchill, University of Zurich, Switzerland (1946)
Europe, the world's second smallest continent, rose to global prominence during the 15th century, courtesy the British, Dutch, French and Portuguese colonization of many regions across Asia and Africa. The fact that both the World Wars were focused on Europe, were largely fought in Europe, and ended up denting Europe's global image and power, is testimony of how powerful Europe once was.
Europe still continues to be a mini-power in itself. Despite global recession triggering off major panic in countries like Greece and Spain, Europe's ship is balanced by wealthy and progressive economies like the United Kingdom, Germany and France. Continental integration of all countries for the common good of economy, military and general welfare, exist through various treaties like the European Union, Commonwealth of Independent States, Nordic Council, Benelux, etc., of which, the European Union is the most popular and crucial. Spread over an area of 10.18 million square kilometers (3.93 million square miles), Europe has 50 independent states, 27 of which are part of the geopolitically crucial European Union. Apart from the first 44 countries, there are a 6 other countries that are a part of Europe as well as Asia.
Europe still continues to be a mini-power in itself. Despite global recession triggering off major panic in countries like Greece and Spain, Europe's ship is balanced by wealthy and progressive economies like the United Kingdom, Germany and France. Continental integration of all countries for the common good of economy, military and general welfare, exist through various treaties like the European Union, Commonwealth of Independent States, Nordic Council, Benelux, etc., of which, the European Union is the most popular and crucial. Spread over an area of 10.18 million square kilometers (3.93 million square miles), Europe has 50 independent states, 27 of which are part of the geopolitically crucial European Union. Apart from the first 44 countries, there are a 6 other countries that are a part of Europe as well as Asia.
What defines Europe? It is hard to say. It is a melting pot of many cultures, languages and religions. European countries are some of the most progressive and wealthy countries in the world. The fact that Europe itself evolves from great ancient civilizations like Greek, Roman, Ottoman, and was followed by a colonial reign of giants like the Dutch, British and French, has instilled in Europe a dominating and all-conquering spirit.