The Scandinavian Peninsula – the largest in Europe. It is characterized by interesting history and beautiful landscapes. To understand where is the Scandinavian Peninsula, it is easy, because the name speaks for itself. It is washed by the Baltic, Barents, Norwegian and North seas. On its territory there are three countries: Sweden, Norway and Northern Finland. The boundary separating Sweden and Norway, are mountains, also on the Peninsula there are forest, rivers and lakes. Its length from North to South is nineteen hundred miles, from West to East – eight hundred kilometers.
Scandinavian Peninsula got its name from the term "Scandinavia" which, in turn, comes from the “sale” is the name of the region in the southern part of the Peninsula, which was formerly part of Denmark but is now part of Sweden. People have lived here since twelve thousand years ago, and there is archaeological confirmation.
Scandinavian Peninsula is located in different climatic zones: the climate ranges from subarctic in the North to marine in the South. The highest temperature was on the Peninsula – 38 degrees, the coldest – 52.6 degrees. One fourth part of the Peninsula is beyond the edge of the Arctic circle, while ninety-four percent of the population live South of the Arctic circle. In the Arctic is Cape Nordkyn, the extreme point of the Northern continent. Here, in the mountains, is the largest glacier in Europe.
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The Scandinavian Peninsula occupies a large part of the Baltic shield, which also includes Finland, the North-Eastern outskirts of Russia and the Baltic sea. Many centuries ago the stability of the Baltic shield began to decline, which caused slow flooding. When the ice finally melted, the shield of the plateau began to rise, a trend that continues to our time. Coast, part of the Baltic sea is constantly in motion. His rise is equal to approximately one centimetre per year. However, the other side of the Peninsula are omitted. Many thousands of years, the Scandinavian Peninsula was completely in the glaciers. Over time, tai, they led to the formation of the famous Norwegian fjords.
A Large part of the Scandinavian Peninsula is covered by forests with pine and Fir-trees. There are also mixed and deciduous forests. It is home to a variety of animal species. In the forests of many different birds, in the sea many species of fish. There are many protected areas and parks. These objects are very beautiful, so Scandinavia with its wonderful places, extraordinary beauty and uniqueness is a favorite destination of thousands of tourists. Coming here, you will hear a lot of interesting myths that have survived from ancient times to the present day, ancient songs about gods and heroes. You will visit the Scandinavian mountains, visit the lowlands and hills, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of mysterious folklore. The Scandinavian Peninsula will leave you a good impression for years to come!
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