Islands
The islands of Europe are as diverse geographically as the countries that claim them. From the Greek isles to the British Isles, learn about the geography of Europe's major island groups. See more »
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Some of the most famous landmarks and physical features in the world are in Europe. Learn about Stonehenge, the Carpathian Mountains and many more European landmarks.
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Lakes
Some of the largest lakes in the world are in Europe. Did you know that Loch Ness is the deepest lake in the world? Learn about the major lakes in Europe here. See more »
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Landmarks
Some of the most recognizable landmarks in the world are situated in Europe. Learn about the Eiffel Tower, Stonehenge and the many other famous landmarks. See more »
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Mountains and Volcanoes
The mountains and volcanoes in Europe have shaped civilizations for thousands of years. Explore the Swiss Alps, the Matterhorn and Mount Vesuvius, the volcano that devoured Pompeii. See more »
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Rivers
Explore the major rivers of Europe, including the Rhine River, the Seine River, and the Thames River, perhaps the most famous river in all of Europe. See more »
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Other
There are a number of intriguing physical features of Europe, such as the Strait of Gibraltar. Explore the some of these features in this section. See more »
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Alma
Alma, a Ukranian river. It was the scene of the first battle of the Crimean War. The Alma flows from the Crimean Mountains about 45 miles (72 km) into the Black Sea.
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Big Ben, a historic bell in London in the Clock Tower of the House of Commons.
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Dvina River, the name of two rivers in eastern Europe. The Northern Dvinais formed in European Russia at Velikiy Ustyug by the Sukhona and Yug rivers.
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