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The Iberian Peninsula
March 20, 2003 - Portugal and Spain share the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, shown here in this true-color image. This peninsula separates the Atlantic Ocean from the Mediterranean Sea, is separated from North Africa by the narrow Strait of Gibraltar, and is separated from the rest of continental Europe by the Pyrenees Mountains along the Spain-France border.
A central plateau, the Meseta, dominates the peninsula. This plateau averages 610 meters above sea level, and is surrounded by a number of mountain ranges. Madrid, Spains capital city, sits atop the Meseta, and can be seen as a gray smudge near the peninsulas center. To the north of Madrid are four mountain ranges that cross the Meseta: the Sierra de Gredos and the Serra de Guadarrama, which run northeastward; the Serrania de Cuenca, which runs southeastward; and the Sierra de la Demanda, which sits at the apex of the other three ranges
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This true-color image captures the stunning beauty and geographical features of the Iberian Peninsula, located in southwestern Europe. The peninsula, shared by Portugal and Spain, serves as a natural boundary between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Separated from North Africa by the narrow Strait of Gibraltar and from continental Europe by the majestic Pyrenees Mountains along the Spain-France border, this landmass is truly unique. At its heart lies a vast central plateau known as the Meseta, which rises to an average elevation of 610 meters above sea level. This plateau is encircled by several mountain ranges that add to its allure. Madrid, Spain's capital city, can be spotted as a gray smudge near the center of this photograph. To the north of Madrid lie four magnificent mountain ranges: Sierra de Gredos and Serra de Guadarrama extend northeastward while Serrania de Cuenca runs southeastward. Atop these ranges sits Sierra de la Demanda at their apex. The image showcases not only breathtaking landscapes but also highlights various landforms such as plateaus and mountains that define this region's topography. With no human presence visible in this photograph taken from space, it allows us to appreciate nature's grandeur on display. This print offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in Europe's diverse geography while marveling at how different elements come together harmoniously on our planet Earth.
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