# Russia's Untameable Nature

The expansive and varying scenery of Russia can be mesmerizing, such as the landscapes along and around the Trans-Siberian Railway. From the mountains of the Caucasus to the plains of Siberia. This 'untameable nature' and these diverse landscapes each come with their own set of challenges and opportunities. Within paragraph 7.1 we are going to look into some factors that play a role in the nature of these varying landscapes: shields, soil and permafrost, and the climates.