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Maps / 10 weeks ago
How far are Italian provinces from the sea?
Italy is often romanticised as a land of endless Mediterranean beaches and sparkling coastlines, but not all Italians live close to the sea. A detailed map created by The World in Maps reveals how far each Italian province is from the coast, ranking them from coastal to quadruple-landlocked.
Maps / 23 weeks ago
Russia, Canada, and China: The giants of the world’s landmass
Russia, Canada, and China continue to dominate the rankings of the world’s largest countries by land area. Russia covers an astounding 17.10 million square kilometres. According to the World Atlas, Russia’s vast territory stretches across Europe and Asia, encompassing 11 time zones. This immense landmass includes a mix of tundra, taiga, mountains, and volcanic ridges. Notably, Russia boasts the world’s largest forest carbon reserve, a key player in climate regulation.
