Great Britain and Russia are located in different parts of Europe. Great Britain is an island nation located off the west coast of Europe, separated from the continent by the English Channel. It has varied terrain including lowlands in southern England and highlands in northern Scotland. Russia occupies northern Asia and eastern Europe, containing vast forests, mountains like the Ural Mountains which separate Europe from Asia, and long rivers like the Volga. The climates of the two countries also differ, with Great Britain having a mild, humid climate and Russia's climate varying significantly in different parts of the vast country from very cold in Siberia to more moderate in central regions. Both are popular tourist destinations for their natural beauty.