Monday, 19/10/2026 | 11:32 GMT+7

Land with three-layer nested borders like a russian doll

Madha, an Omani territory, is completely surrounded by the United Arab Emirates, but within Madha lies Nahwa, a territory belonging to the UAE.

Nahwa is a unique geographical marvel, being one of the few territories globally that features a three-layer nested border structure. This unusual arrangement places Madha, an Omani enclave, entirely within the borders of the United Arab Emirates. Adding another layer of complexity, Nahwa, which belongs to the UAE, is situated completely inside Madha. This intricate setup creates a fascinating "Russian doll" effect with international borders.

By Minh Trang (Source: CNN)

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