Geography Of The World

Geography

How Many Continents Are There?

There are seven continents on our planet: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.

Lakes

7 Most Beautiful Lakes In Rhode Island

Although a majority of the lakes in the state are man-made, about 25% of the lakes are natural, five of which exceed an area of more than 100 acres.

Canyons

11 Most Beautiful Canyons In America

Carved by ancient forces and much appreciated by modern cameras - canyons pull our gaze from the most prominent peaks and lead us to ponder the depths of the earth and of time.

Lakes

11 Most Beautiful Lakes In Idaho

Idaho has an astonishing 2,000+ named lakes as well as thousands of other bodies of water, with plenty of beautiful lakes to explore.

Rivers

Dniester River

The Dniester River is a magnificent waterway that runs through the heart of Eastern Europe. It captivates the hearts of locals and tourists with its beautiful landscapes.

Landforms

Fjords

Fjords are elongated, deep, narrow steep-sided inlets of the sea that extends far inland and are formed due to the inundation of a glaciated valley.

Mountains

10 Major Mountain Ranges of Africa

From the Atlas Mountains to Magaliesberg, these major African mountain ranges are indeed a great source of economically essential minerals and natural beauty.

Rivers

Ivindo River

The Ivindo River is a river located in Central Africa. It flows mainly through Gabon, with smaller parts also flowing through northern Congo and southern Cameroon.

Lakes

7 Most Beautiful Lakes In Virginia

Virginia’s lakes have it all, whether you are seeking a relaxing landscape, thrilling water sports, great fishing, or a leisurely lakeside stroll.

Rivers

Essequibo River

The Essequibo is a river flowing through Guyana in South America and is the country's largest river and the continent's third largest.

Rivers

Drin River

With multiple sources bolstering a strong water flow, this river flows through 3 countries with a length of more than 200 miles (320 km).

Geography

How Many Countries Are There In Africa?

Today, Africa comprises 54 independent countries (as recognized by the UN) and 4 dependencies with unique cultures and traditions.

Bodies of Water

Groundwater And Aquifers

Groundwater refers to the freshwater present in the fractures of rock strata and the soil pore spaces beneath the Earth’s surface.

Seas

Java Sea

The Java Sea is an extension of the Western Pacific Ocean, in the Oceania region. Surrounded by the masses of Indonesia, it has a rich history.

Rivers

Indal River

The Indal River is a mesmerizing stretch of water that runs along the glorious Swedish landscapes and flows through pristine valleys and woods.

Rivers

Hornad River

Hornad River spans over two European countries; it is found in southeastern Slovakia and flows down into north-eastern Hungary.

Seas

Tides

Tides are periodic variations in the sea level in response to the joint effects of the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun on Earth.

Volcanoes

Mount Etna, Sicily

Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano situated in the Metropolitan City of Catania on the eastern coast of the Italian island of Sicily.

Rivers

Jubba River

The Jubba River flows over an impressive 545 miles through the African country of Somalia, forming at the border of Ethiopia and Somalia.

Gulfs

Gulf Of Mannar

Along the southeast coast of India lies the Gulf of Mannar, containing 21 islands and, most importantly, a large array of protected marine life.

Rivers

James River

This article will go into greater detail about The James River, located in Virginia and ending in the Atlantic ocean, and its history and course.

Straits

Cook Strait

Cook Strait is a stretch of water that formed when sea levels rose at the end of the last Ice Age, dividing New Zealand's North and South Islands.

Rivers

Jucar River

The Jucar River, or the Xúquer River in Valencian, is a prominent Spanish river that flows for around 316 miles (500 kilometers).

Rivers

Bosna River

The Bosna River is one of Bosnia-Herzegovina's three major internal rivers and the third longest river in the nation, measuring at 168-miles long.

Rivers

Jamuna River

The Jamuna River is one of the largest rivers in Bangladesh. The river travels through the center of the country and travels south to the Bay of Bengal.

Rivers

Guadalquivir River

Located in southern Spain, the Guadalquivir River is a vital waterway that flows for 408 miles and empties into the Atlantic Ocean.

Lakes

Grand Lake of the Cherokees

The Grand Lake of the Cherokees is one of the largest human-built lakes in Oklahoma. It was formed in the mid-1900s.

Rivers

Haho River

In Southern West Africa, running through the southern part of Togo until it connects with Lake Togo, is the Haho River.

Oceans

Seamounts

Seamounts are massive submarine volcanic mountains that rise abruptly from the seafloor to about 3,300 ft to 13,100 ft but do not reach the sea level.

Gulfs

Evoikos Gulf

The Evoikos Gulf is also known as the Gulf of Eurboea, and it derives its name from the large island to the east of the Greek mainland.

Gulfs

Gulf Of Gabes

The gulf spans 60 miles wide and 60 miles long and is bounded by the Qarqannah Islands on the northeast and by Jarbah (Djerba) Island on the southeast.

Lakes

8 Most Beautiful Lakes In South Dakota

These crystal-clear lakes of Mount Rushmore State offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily city life.

Gulfs

Gulf of Manfredonia

The Gulf of Manfredonia, also known as Golfo di Manfredonia in Italian, is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea on the eastern coast of Italy.

Gulfs

Gulf of Taranto

The Gulf of Taranto is an almost square-shaped gulf of the Ionian Sea that fills the gap between the “toe” and “heel” of the boot of Italy

Gulfs

Gulf of Maine

The Gulf of Maine is an expansive gulf of the Atlantic Ocean surrounded on its northern and western sides by the North American mainland.

Rivers

Illinois River

The Illinois River is formed by the Des Plaines and Kankakee River junction, the Illinois River traverses west from Joliet toward Hennepin.

Straits

Hudson Strait

The Hudson Strait connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Labrador Sea to the Hudson Bay in east-central Canada. It is a narrow sea channel.

Rivers

Coeroeni River

The Coeroeni River is a tributary to the Corantijin River, a water body that spans between Suriname and Guyana's eastern areas.

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