Continents and regions of the world

The world is divided into several continents and regions, each with its own distinct characteristics, cultures, and geographical features. Here is an overview of the continents and some notable regions within them:

1. Africa:

   - Northern Africa: Includes countries such as Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.

   - Sub-Saharan Africa: Encompasses the countries south of the Sahara Desert, with diverse regions like West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, and Southern Africa.

2. Asia:

   - East Asia: Includes countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

   - Southeast Asia: Comprises countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

   - South Asia: Encompasses countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

   - Middle East: Encompasses countries in the Arabian Peninsula, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Iran, and Israel.

3. Europe:

   - Western Europe: Includes countries such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Italy.

   - Eastern Europe: Comprises countries like Russia, Poland, Ukraine, Romania, and Bulgaria.

   - Nordic Countries: Includes Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland.

4. North America:

   - United States: Consists of fifty states across the continent.

   - Canada: Occupies the northern part of North America.

   - Mexico: Located in the southern part of North America.

5. South America:

   - Andean Region: Includes countries along the Andes mountain range, such as Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

   - Amazon Rainforest: Encompasses parts of Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and other countries.

   - Southern Cone: Comprises countries like Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Paraguay.

6. Oceania:

   - Australia: Consists of the mainland continent and Tasmania.

   - New Zealand: Located southeast of Australia.

   - Pacific Islands: Includes countries and territories like Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, Samoa, and the Solomon Islands.

7. Antarctica: The southernmost continent, mostly uninhabited and dedicated to scientific research.

These divisions provide a broad overview, and there can be further subdivisions or regional classifications within each continent based on cultural, historical, or geopolitical considerations. It's important to note that regional boundaries and classifications may vary depending on different perspectives and contexts.