GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Central Siberian Plateau
The Central Siberian Plateau occupies a large interior area between the Yenisei basin margin and Lena lowlands. Uplands and deeply cut valleys distinguish it from the West Siberian Plain.
Fast Facts
- The Yenisei lies along the western side.
- The Lena system lies to the east.
- Large areas contain ancient basaltic rocks associated with the Siberian Traps.
Connected lessons
- Central Siberian PlateauMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Verkhoyansk RangeRelated places
- West Siberian PlainRelated places
- Yenisei RiverRelated places
- Lena RiverRelated places