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Words to Understand archipelago: An expanse of water with many scattered islands. lowland: Low, flat country. peninsula: A piece of land extending out into a body of water.

BELOW: Toledo is an ancient city set on a hill, above the plains of Castilla-La Mancha, in central Spain. The city is steeped in history and culture and is famous for its medieval architecture. The historic center was designated a World Heritage Site in 1986.