Geography & Travel Crossword — 3 October 2026

Across

1. 3. Describing a sharp incline or gradient in terrain. (5)
2. 6. Small rock often found on beaches and riverbeds. (6)
3. 8. Narrow body of water between land, often leading to a bay. (5)
4. 9. Area designated for recreation or preservation of nature. (8)
5. 11. Sloping land often covered in vegetation or crops. (8)
6. 12. Summit of a steep rise, often with scenic views. (7)

Down

1. 1. Support provided for artists and institutions in a city (9)
2. 2. Sheltered area for ships, often found near coastlines. (6)
3. 4. Journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often scientific. (10)
4. 5. Sacred site found in many religions around the world (6)
5. 7. Uncultivated land left to restore fertility (6)
6. 10. Proximity to a particular place or area. (8)