East Asia, Russia - 01

It was established to serve as a buffer zone between the countries of North Korea and South Korea under the provisions of the Korean Armistice Agreement in 1953.

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It is situated in southern Siberia, between the federal subjects of Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest and the Republic of Buryatia to the southeast. With 5,670 cu mi of water, this is the world's largest freshwater lake by volume, containing 22% of the world's fresh surface water, more than all of the North American Great Lakes combined.

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This city was the host of the 2002 Asian games and FIFA world cup and is the 2nd largest city in South Korea.

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Located on the Pearl River about 75 mi north-northwest of Hong Kong, the fifth largest city in China serves as a major port and transportation hub

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The island is also home to Mount Fuji, Japan's highest mountain and one of its most iconic symbols. This island is connected to the smaller island of Hokkaido by the Seikan Tunnel, the longest undersea tunnel in the world,

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This city is an important port city and transportation hub in South Korea, serving as the main gateway to the capital city of Seoul.

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This is a mountain located in central Japan. It is the highest peak in the Hakusan National Park and is considered one of the "Three Holy Mountains" of Japan. This is a popular destination for hikers and climbers and is also known for its natural beauty.

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This province of Russia is located in the Pacific Ocean and is bordered by the Bering Sea to the north and the Sea of Okhotsk to the east. This area is known for its rugged, mountainous terrain and its many volcanoes.

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This city located in western Japan. It was the capital of Japan for over a thousand years and is known for its many temples, shrines, and other cultural and historical sites. It is also home to a number of universities and research institutions.

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This river in Siberia, Russia. It is the eleventh longest river in the world and flows through a remote and sparsely populated region of Russia. The delta, located where the river flows into the Laptev Sea, is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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