Russia identified as the world's largest country

Russia is the largest country in the world, spanning over 17 million square kilometers across both Europe and Asia. It features a diverse landscape including plains, steppes, taiga forests, and tundra.

Key geographical landmarks include Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe at 5,642 meters, and Lake Baikal, the world's oldest and deepest freshwater lake. Lake Baikal contains approximately one-fifth of the Earth's surface freshwater. Other significant features include Lake Ladoga, the largest lake in Europe, and the Volga River, which is the longest river in Europe and holds major economic and cultural importance.