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  • Peninsula Definition & Examples: Locations on a Map
    A peninsula is a piece of land that is almost entirely surrounded by water, but connected to a larger landmass by a narrow strip of land called an isthmus.

    Here are some examples of peninsulas on a map:

    * The Iberian Peninsula: Located in southwestern Europe, it encompasses Spain and Portugal.

    * The Italian Peninsula: Located in Southern Europe, it encompasses Italy.

    * The Korean Peninsula: Located in East Asia, it encompasses North Korea and South Korea.

    * The Scandinavian Peninsula: Located in Northern Europe, it encompasses Norway and Sweden.

    * The Florida Peninsula: Located in the southeastern United States, it encompasses the state of Florida.

    You can find these peninsulas easily on a world map or a map of the specific continent they are located in.

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