+The **Balkans** is a historic and geographically diverse [peninsula](/wiki/Peninsula) in [Southeast Europe](/wiki/Southeast_Europe). Known for its rugged landscapes and rich tapestry of cultures, it has long been a vibrant crossroads of civilizations.
+## See also
+- [Ottoman Empire](/wiki/Ottoman_Empire)
+- [Slavic Peoples](/wiki/Slavic_Peoples)
+- [Balkan Wars](/wiki/Balkan_Wars)
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