Found 51 Articles for Indian Geography

India has a stunning array of mountain ranges that beautify its enormous landscape. These mountains, which form the topography of India and provide spectacular panoramas, span from the high peaks of the Himalayas to the rough beauty of the Satpura and Aravalli ranges. The nation draws nature lovers, hikers, and adventure seekers from all over the world to experience the breath-taking beauty of its varied mountain landscapes because each range includes distinctive features and significant peaks. Features of Major Mountain Ranges of India Here are the descriptions of major mountains of India − The Himalayas One of the ... Read More

India has a diversified environment that is adorned by a rich tapestry of mountain peaks. These peaks are evidence of nature's breath-taking wonders, from the imposing heights of Kangchenjunga in Sikkim to the unspoiled beauty of Nanda Devi in Uttarakhand. India's mountain ranges offer a haven for adventure seekers and a chance to immerse oneself in the spectacular grandeur of the country's lofty summits, whether it's the difficult ascent of Kamet or the peaceful allure of Trisul. Features of Major Mountain Peaks of India Here are the descriptions of major mountain peaks of India − K2 (Godwin Austen) K2, ... Read More

In India, the peninsular plateau's old crystalline rocks contain the majority of the country's metallic minerals. The Damodar, Sone, Mahanadi, and Godavari basins contain more than 97% of all known coal deposits. The offshore Arabian Sea sedimentary basins of Assam, Gujarat, and Mumbai High contain petroleum deposits. The Krishna-Godavari and Kaveri basins have both seen the discovery of fresh reserves. Minerals are concentrated in three sizable regions in India. There could be a few isolated deposits here and there from time to time. Features of Major Minerals of India Here are the descriptions of major minerals of India − ... Read More

India is home to a wide variety of significant lakes that add to the nation's ecological importance and natural beauty. These lakes, which range in size from the massive Vembanad Lake in Kerala to the high Pangong Tso in Ladakh, are significant in terms of culture, the environment, and the economy. Every lake, whether it be the serene Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir or the busy Loktak Lake in Manipur, has its own distinctive traits and draws tourists from all over the world. Features of Major Lakes of India Here are the descriptions of major lakes of ... Read More

A portion of the land that is surrounded by water is known as an island. A total of 1, 382 seaward distinct islands exists in India. India's mainland is quite large and diverse. The Lakshadweep Islands (in the Arabian Sea) and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (in the Bay of Bengal) are the two major island groups. These islands contain coral deposits, beaches, equatorial vegetation, and convectional rainfall. They also have coral deposits and beaches. Features of Major Islands of India Here are the descriptions of major islands of India − Andaman and Nicobar Islands The Andamans are ... Read More

The hydropower industry in India contributes significantly to the nation's portfolio of renewable energy sources. India makes use of its plentiful water resources to produce clean and sustainable electricity through large-scale projects like the Nathpa Hydropower Dam, the Koyna Hydroelectric Project, and the Tehri Hydroelectric Power Plant. These initiatives, spread across several states, increase India's ability to generate electricity and assist the country meet its rising energy needs while reducing its dependency on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Features of Major Hydropower Projects of India Here are the descriptions of major hydropower projects of India − Nathpa ... Read More

Israel is a Middle Eastern nation that is situated at the easternmost point of the Mediterranean Sea. Its borders are Lebanon to the north, Syria to the northeast, Jordan to the east and southeast, Egypt to the southwest, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west. The capital and seat of government are both in Jerusalem, however the latter designation has not achieved widespread international recognition. A long coastal plain, highlands in the north and center, and the Negev desert in the south make up the small nation of Israel's somewhat diversified geography. The northern terminal of the Great ... Read More

Georgia, also known as Georgian Sakartvelo, is a Transcaucasia nation situated on the southern slopes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains' principal crest near the easternmost point of the Black Sea. It is bordered by Russia on the north and northeast, Azerbaijan on the east and southeast, Armenia and Turkey on the south, and the Black Sea on the west. Georgia is home to three ethnic enclaves: South Ossetia (main city Tskhinvali), Ajaria (principal city Batumi), and Abkhazia (northwest, principal city Sokhumi). Tbilisi (Tiflis) serves as Georgia's capital. Physical Features The Greater and Lesser Caucasus mountains, which serve as ... Read More

East Timor, which is an island country in the eastern Lesser Sunda Islands, includes the eastern half of Timor, the small adjacent islands of Atauro (Kambing) and Jaco, and the enclave of Ambeno, which includes the town of Pante Makasar on Timor's north-eastern coast. Dili is the country's capital and largest city. East Timor is limited to the southeast by the Timor Sea, to the north by the Wetar Strait, to the northwest by the Ombai Strait, and to the southwest by western Timor (part of the Indonesian province of East Nusa Tenggara). Mount Tatamailau (Tata Mailau) rises to ... Read More

Southeast Asian nation of Cambodia is located on the Indochina Peninsula. The majority of Cambodia is made up of plains and huge rivers, and it is situated along significant overland and river trade routes that connect China to India and Southeast Asia. The capital, Phnom Penh, one of the few metropolitan centres in the otherwise agricultural nation, exhibits the influences of various Asian cultures as well as those of France and the United States. The low-lying Central Plain, which comprises the Tonlé Sap basin, the lower Mekong River floodplains, and the Bassac River plain, are the principal geographical ... Read More