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An island is a piece of land completely surrounded by water and smaller than a continent. Islands can be found in oceans, seas, lakes, or rivers. They may form in various ways, including volcanic activity where underwater eruptions build land above the water, tectonic movements that separate land from continents, or accumulation of sediment and coral reefs. There are several types of islands:

Rich cultural heritage refers to the tangible and intangible legacies inherited from past generations that shape the identity, traditions, and values of a community or society. It includes physical artifacts such as historic buildings, monuments, artworks, and landscapes, as well as intangible elements like folklore, languages, customs, rituals, music, dance, and traditional knowledge.