Russia's Landscape
Geography: KS3, topic 21.1.2
The Physical Landscape of Russia
Russia has lots of different types of landscapes within it, because it is such a big country.
Mountains
- The vast land area of the country means it is rich in a diverse range of physical features including:
- Mountain ranges.
- Extensive networks of rivers.
- Deep lakes.
- Forests.
- The highest mountain range is Mount Elbrus located on the border of Europe and Asia, with an elevation of over 18,000 ft.
Rivers
- One of the largest rivers in Russia is the River Volga, beginning in the Valday Hills in the northwest of the country.
- It is 3530 km in length and flows out into the Caspian Sea.
- It has one of the largest estuaries in Europe and is home to flamingos and pelicans.
Test yourself on Russia's Landscape
How long is the River Volga in Russia?