Even smaller North Bank would be one of the largest atolls worldwide.

As such, it is one of the largest atolls of the world.

Kiritimati is the largest atoll in the world in terms of land area.

Huvadhu is sometimes referred to as the largest atoll of the Maldives.

Also it is the third largest atoll in the world.

The total area, including the large lagoon, is 2694 km2, making Sabalana one of the largest atolls by total area.

Funafuti is the largest atoll of the islands and atolls.

Kwajalein, the world's largest atoll, was defended by 5,000 troops, who were ordered not to surrender.

The island consists of the largest continuous atolls in the world.

The largest atolls by total area (lagoon plus reef and dry land) are listed below: