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How large is the South China Sea?

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Physical map of the East China Sea, South China Sea, and Yellow Sea, showing surrounding countries, major cities, and maritime boundaries. The map highlights sea depths with color shading, features such as the Macclesfield Bank and Philippine Trench, and includes a locator inset for regional context.
South China Sea

The South China Sea covers an area of approximately 1,423,000 square miles (3,685,000 square km). It is recognized as the largest marginal sea of the western Pacific Ocean.1