boot-shaped island

A boot-shaped island refers to the outline of Italy, which resembles a boot or shoe when viewed on a map. Italy is a country in Southern Europe with a distinctive shape, characterized by a long, boot-like peninsula extending into the Mediterranean Sea. The "heel" of the boot is near the city of Reggio Calabria, and the "toe" points towards the island of Sicily. This unique shape makes Italy easily recognizable on a map, highlighting its geographic identity and cultural significance in Europe.