> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.basin.global/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.basin.global/protocol/the-basin-protocol/place.md).

# PLACE

A PLACE in the BASIN Protocol is either **a point or polygon**.

### Examples of PLACE

* amazon.basin
* roaring-fork-river.basin
* mount-sopris.basin
* tarpon-corner.basin
* 83-wetlands.basin

### PLACE Subtypes

* bioregion
* ecoregion
* watershed
* property or parcel
* mountains, definitive ecosystem, trees
* town, city, county, country