The southern Ukraine region is distinguished by its diverse terrain, which has made it a prominent destination for nature lovers. The region contains many mountains and highlands such as the Carpathian Mountains and the Crimean Mountains, in addition to plains, the most famous of which are the Black Sea plains and the Azov plains, in addition to the Crimean lowlands. There are also a large number of rivers that are part of the Baltic Sea basin. There is a lot of tourism to the southern region of Ukraine due to the historical attractions it contains as well, such as ancient palaces, towers, memorials, castles, and public squares, in addition to the ethnographic museums that cover the history of the entire region. Southern Ukraine includes the Crimean Peninsula, which is the country's tourism capital due to its beautiful nature overlooking the Black Sea, in addition to its luxurious resorts.