The Scandinavian Peninsula is the largest in Europe. It is characterized by an interesting history and picturesque landscapes. It is not difficult to understand where the Scandinavian Peninsula is located, because the name speaks for itself. It is washed by the B altic, Barents, Norwegian and North Seas. Three countries are located on its territory: Sweden, Norway and the northern part of Finland. Mountains serve as the border separating Sweden and Norway, and there are also forests, rivers and lakes on the peninsula. Its length from north to south is one thousand nine hundred kilometers, from west to east - eight hundred kilometers.
The Scandinavian Peninsula got its name from the term "Scandinavia",
which, in turn, comes from "Scania" - the so-called region in the southern part of the peninsula, which was formerly part of Denmark, and is now part of Sweden. People settled here twelve thousand years ago, which has archaeological evidence.
The Scandinavian Peninsula is located in different climatic zones: its climate ranges from subarctic in the north to maritime in the south. The tallestthe temperature recorded on the peninsula is 38 degrees Celsius, the coldest is 52.6 degrees below zero. One-fourth of the peninsula lies outside the Arctic Circle, while ninety-four percent of the population lives south of the Arctic Circle. Cape Nordkin is located in the Arctic - the extreme point of the northern continent. Here, in the mountains, is the largest glacier in Europe.
The Scandinavian Peninsula occupies most of the B altic Shield, which also includes Finland, the northeastern edge of Russia and the bottom of the B altic Sea. Many centuries ago, the stability of the B altic shield began to decline, which caused a slow flooding of the area. When the ice finally melted, the shield plateau began to rise, which continues to this day. The coast, which is part of the B altic Sea, is constantly in motion. Its rise is approximately one centimeter per year. However, the other side of the peninsula is constantly sinking. For many thousands of years, the Scandinavian Peninsula was completely covered in glaciers. Over time, melting, they led to the formation of the famous Norwegian fjords.
Most of the Scandinavian Peninsula is occupied by forests with pine and
spruce trees. There are also mixed and broad-leaved forests. They have a variety of animal species. There are many different birds in the forests, a large number of fish species in the sea. There are many protected areas and parks. These objects are very beautiful, so Scandinavia with its wonderfulplaces of extraordinary beauty and uniqueness is a favorite destination for thousands of tourists. Arriving here, you will hear many 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 lowlands and uplands, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of mysterious folklore. The Scandinavian Peninsula will leave you with pleasant impressions for many years to come!
