Physical Geography of Southeast and East Asia
Mount Fuji in Japan
Southeast and East Asia span a large part of the Asian continent. This includes the mainland, as well as thousands of islands off the coast. The region contains huge mountains, active volcanoes, and the world’s largest plateau. There is also a wide range of low and middle latitude climate regions. This includes tropical wet to humid continental. Southeast and East Asia have supported human settlement for thousands of years. However, natural hazards like typhoons, earthquakes, and tsunamis are a constant threat to the population. As you continue your journey, you will better understand how these physical and environmental features influence the cultures and economies of the region.