Geography

South Korea (Republic of Korea): overview, history, economy and culture South Korea A concise encyclopedic overview of South Korea: geography, people, history, economy, government and global cultural influence including K‑pop and technology.

South Lanarkshire: overview, geography, history and notable places South Lanarkshire South Lanarkshire is a council area in central Scotland combining suburbs, market towns and upland countryside. This article covers its geography, history, settlements and notable…

South Medwin River Small tributary of the River Clyde in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. Flows west to join the Clyde near Carnwath; noted for rural landscape, local ecology, and historical ties to agri…

South Nahanni River A major river in Canada’s Northwest Territories, the South Nahanni flows through dramatic canyons and Virginia Falls, forming the heart of Nahanni National Park Reserve and attract…

South Ossetia: overview, history, political status and geography South Ossetia South Ossetia is a de facto independent but internationally disputed territory in the South Caucasus, claimed by Georgia and largely dependent on Russia for security and economic s…

South Pacific (region): geography, peoples, environment, and significance South Pacific The South Pacific is the part of the Pacific Ocean and its islands lying mainly south of the Equator, encompassing Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea and island groups of Oceania w…

South Park View, Kentucky Small residential city near Louisville, Kentucky, in the United States; overview of location, government, history, and community character.

South Pole (Geographic South Pole of Earth) South Pole The geographic South Pole at 90°S in Antarctica: the southernmost point on Earth, with extreme polar climate, historic exploration, year-round research at Amundsen–Scott Station, a…

South Region (Cameroon) The South Region of Cameroon is a largely forested area centered on the capital Ebolowa, drained by rivers such as the Nyong, Ntem and Dja, and notable for protected sites includin…

South Region, Brazil One of Brazil's five official regions, comprising Paraná, Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul; noted for temperate climate, varied landscapes, European immigration and a diversifi…

South Shore, Blackpool — southern seaside district of Blackpool, England South Shore, Blackpool Southern coastal district of Blackpool on the Fylde coast, with beaches, promenade, piers, hotels and leisure facilities; historically developed as a Victorian seaside resort and n…

South Shropshire Rural, hilly area in south Shropshire, England, centered on Ludlow. Noted for the Shropshire Hills AONB, castles, prehistoric monuments, farming, walking and a sparse population.

South Sinai Governorate — geography, history, and major sites South Sinai Governorate Desert and coastal governorate on the southern Sinai Peninsula of Egypt, known for St. Catherine's Monastery, Red Sea resorts, Bedouin culture and protected marine and mountain lan…

South Sudan: geography, history, society, and contemporary challenges South Sudan South Sudan, the world's youngest country, gained independence from Sudan in 2011. This article surveys its geography, history, people, economy, environment, and the ongoing politi…

South Tibet (Zàngnán): the disputed territory along the India–China frontier South Tibet South Tibet (Zàngnán) is the Chinese name for an area largely administered by India as Arunachal Pradesh but claimed by both India and China; it has Tibetan cultural ties and strat…

South Tyrol (Alto Adige) — geography, languages, autonomy and culture South Tyrol Autonomous northern Italian province known for its German-speaking majority, Ladin communities, Alpine landscapes, bilingual institutions and a high degree of self-government withi…

South Uist: island of the Outer Hebrides South Uist South Uist (Uibhist-a-Deas) is an island in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides, known for its machair, Gaelic culture, archaeological sites including Bronze Age burials, a strong Catholic c…

South Wales: geography, history, economy and culture South Wales Region of southern Wales noted for its cities, industrial history, the Brecon Beacons and varied coastline. Covers geography, major towns, economic development, culture and boundar…

South Waziristan District Mountainous district in northwest Pakistan along the Afghan border; historically a tribal territory, now part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with a distinct tribal culture and complex secur…

South West Delhi — district profile and overview South West Delhi Concise encyclopedia entry on South West Delhi district: geography, administration, population, development, transport, and key neighbourhoods including Dwarka, Najafgarh and Kapas…

South West England South West England, the largest English region by area, spans Gloucestershire and Wiltshire to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly; known for coastlines, moors, agriculture, mining he…

South Yorkshire Metropolitan county in northern England, created in 1974; includes Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham and Barnsley and combines industrial heritage, Peak District edges, transport lin…

South-East District (Botswana) Administrative district in southeastern Botswana surrounding Gaborone; includes Ramotswa, reserves such as Mokolodi, and commuter towns with mixed rural and peri-urban economy.

Southcentral Alaska: Geography, Economy, and Communities Southcentral Alaska Overview of Southcentral Alaska's geography, economy and communities — from Anchorage, Cook Inlet and the Kenai Peninsula to fisheries, oil and gas, tourism and towns like Palmer,…

Southeast (compass direction) Southeast Southeast is the intercardinal compass point halfway between south and east (135°). Abbreviated SE, it is opposite northwest and is used in navigation, mapping, meteorology, and ev…

Southeast Alaska (Alaska Panhandle) Southeast Alaska Coastal archipelago region in southeastern Alaska known for temperate rainforests, fjords, Indigenous cultures, fishing, tourism and the Tongass National Forest.

Southeast Asia: geography, countries, history and modern importance Southeast Asia Overview of Southeast Asia: its geography, climate, member states, historical development, cultures, economies, biodiversity and strategic importance in regional and global affairs…

Southeast Kansas: Geography, History and Economy Southeast Kansas Overview of Southeast Kansas covering its geography, counties and towns, Native and frontier history, coal mining and agriculture, and cultural and recreational highlights.

Southern (adjective and regional term) Southern Southern is the adjectival form of south, used to describe direction, location, cultural regions, and names of organizations or places associated with the south.

Southern Alps (New Zealand): geography, ecology and human history Southern Alps Mountain range running the length of New Zealand's South Island. Covers geography, geology, glaciers, rivers, Māori significance, recreation, conservation and climate change impact…

Southern American English A broad group of related English dialects spoken across the U.S. South, noted for distinctive vowel patterns, grammar, vocabulary, and rich cultural history.

Southern Bantu languages (Guthrie Zone S): overview, features, and importance Southern Bantu languages Group of Bantu languages of southern Africa (Guthrie Zone S), including Nguni, Sotho–Tswana, Tsonga, Venda and Shona; shared features, history, distribution, and sociolinguistic ro…

Southern California: region, counties, economy, history, and environment Southern California Overview of Southern California: geography, principal counties and cities, economy, historical development, and environmental challenges in the densely populated southern portion o…

Southern Carpathians (Transylvanian Alps) Southern Carpathians A major southern sector of the Carpathian Mountains in Romania, noted for high peaks, glacial landscapes, biodiversity, protected parks and historic mountain passes.

Southern Cone (South America) Southern Cone Geographic and cultural region of the southernmost part of South America, typically including Argentina, Chile and Uruguay and often parts of southern Brazil; definitions vary.

Southern District (Botswana) Southern is a district in southern Botswana with capital Kanye. It comprises three sub-districts and combines rural agriculture, traditional Tswana culture, and transport links tow…

Southern Europe Southern Europe is the southernmost part of the European continent, encompassing the Mediterranean-facing peninsulas, islands and coastal states with shared climate, history and cu…

Southern Governorate of Bahrain Southern Governorate The Southern Governorate is Bahrain's largest governorate by area, covering southern parts of the main island and the Hawar Islands. It is sparsely populated, includes protected ar…

Southern Hemisphere The half of Earth south of the equator, dominated by oceans, home to Australia and Antarctica, and characterized by reversed seasons, distinct climates and roughly one-tenth of the…

Southern Lebanon: geography, people, history, and significance Southern Lebanon Overview of Southern Lebanon covering its geography, major cities, demographics, historical developments, economy and cultural landmarks, with notes on contemporary political and s…

Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region (SNNPR) Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region A comprehensive overview of Ethiopia's Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region (SNNPR): geography, peoples, history, economy, administration and cultural significance.

Southern Ocean Ocean encircling Antarctica, linking southern reaches of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans; central to global climate, ocean circulation and distinctive polar ecosystems; com…

Southern Ontario: geography, population, cities and economy Southern Ontario Southern Ontario is the densely settled, mostly southern region of the province of Ontario. This article outlines its landscape, climate, history, economy, major cities and disting…

Southern Ostrobothnia: region, landscape and cultural identity Southern Ostrobothnia Southern Ostrobothnia is a largely rural region in western Finland centered on Seinäjoki. Known for its flat agricultural plains, local traditions and modern civic architecture, it…

Southern Province, Sri Lanka Southern Province is a coastal province of Sri Lanka that includes Galle, Matara and Hambantota districts; noted for beaches, fisheries, agriculture, historic Galle Fort and recent…

Southern Province (Zambia) Southern Province, Zambia Southern Province is a region of Zambia known for Victoria Falls, agricultural plains, and tourist centres. Choma is its seat; Livingstone remains an important city and gateway to…

Southern Red Sea Region (Eritrea) Southern Red Sea Region A narrow coastal region of Eritrea along the Red Sea, covering the Danakil Desert coastline. Capital Assab; notable for arid plains, salt flats, sparse population, port activity an…

Southern Region (Debub) — administrative region of Eritrea Southern Region (Eritrea) Debub (Southern) Region is an administrative province of Eritrea centered on Mendefera; established 15 April 1996 from the provinces of Serae and Akele Guzai, it contains Eritrea's…