Russia's Geography

3. Not legally part of Russia, though controlled by it.
5. This peak is Europe's highest mountain.
9. Over 130 rivers flow into this sea, but due to its altitude below sea level, none flow out.
10. The oldest and deepest lake in the world. It contains one-fifth of Earth's liquid freshwater.
11. This region of Russia is a treasure trove for precious resources, including fossil fuels and diamonds.
13. The Russian capital city containing 12 million people. The President of Russia lives and governs from there.
14. The longest river in Europe with a special place in Russian culture.

1. Russia's top holiday resort, bordering the Black Sea. It's also a centre for several sports and has hosted the Winter Olympics.
2. The second largest city in Russia, with 5 million people. It houses lots of industry and beautiful architecture.
3. These mountains contain the highest peak in Europe.
4. This river forms a natural barrier between Russia and China.
6. This mountain range separates European Russia and Siberia, forming a barrier between Asia and Europe.
7. Bordering a Russian exclave, this body of water joins the North Sea.
8. An exclave of Russia, separate from the mainland. It lies between Poland and Lithuania.
12. This area of Siberia lies near the Ring of Fire, and so it has many active volcanoes.