Geography

Taygetus (Taygetos): Mountain range of the Peloponnese Taygetus Taygetus is the principal mountain mass of southern Peloponnese in Greece, noted for its high limestone peaks (summit Prophet Elias), deep gorges, Mediterranean biodiversity, and l…

Taylor County, Florida: Overview, History and Local Guide Taylor County, Florida Taylor County, in north-central Florida, was formed in 1856 with Perry as its county seat. Rural and coastal, it combines forests, estuaries, small towns and outdoor recreation.

Taylor County, Texas Taylor County is in west‑central Texas with Abilene as its county seat. Population was 131,506 in 2010. Named for three brothers who died at the Alamo, it hosts Dyess Air Force Bas…

Tbilisi — capital and cultural heart of Georgia Tbilisi Tbilisi is Georgia’s capital and largest city, known for its historic core, thermal baths, varied architecture and role as the country’s political, cultural and economic center.

Tea, South Dakota Tea is a small city in southeastern South Dakota, near Sioux Falls. Founded in the late 19th century, it serves as a suburban community with local schools, parks, and ties to regio…

Teasc (commune in Dolj County, Romania) Teasc Teasc is a rural commune in Dolj County, in the historical region of Oltenia, Romania. It has a small population and functions as a local administrative unit with typical agricultu…

Teesta River A major Himalayan river rising in Sikkim and flowing through India and Bangladesh; important for hydropower, irrigation, ecology and regional water diplomacy.

Tehran Province Province in north-central Iran that contains the nation's capital; a political, economic and cultural center bordered by the Alborz range and the central plateau.

Teide (Mount Teide) Teide Teide is an active stratovolcano on Tenerife in the Canary Islands, Spain. At 3,718 m it is the highest point in Spain and a major natural, cultural and scientific landmark within…

Tekirdağ — city and provincial capital in European Turkey Tekirdağ Tekirdağ is a coastal city in European Turkey and the capital of Tekirdağ Province. On the Sea of Marmara west of Istanbul, it is noted for its port, vineyards, Tekirdağ rakısı, un…

Telangana: overview, history, geography, culture and governance Telangana Telangana is a state in south-central India formed in 2014 with Hyderabad as its capital. This article outlines its geography, history, demographics, economy, government and cultur…

Telemark (former county in Norway) Telemark Telemark was a county in southeastern Norway, centered on Skien. Renowned for Telemark skiing, folk culture, the Telemark Canal and wartime history. It merged with Vestfold in 2020…

Telephone numbers in Bahrain — format, prefixes, and dialing Telephone numbers in Bahrain Overview of Bahrain's eight-digit telephone numbers: structure, common prefixes for landline and mobile services, dialing examples, major providers and notable numbering facts.

Teltow-Fläming (district) in southwestern Brandenburg, Germany Teltow-Fläming Teltow-Fläming is a rural district south of Berlin in Brandenburg, Germany, formed in 1993. It contains the Fläming hills, the long Fläming-Skate skating route, historic towns and…

Temperate climate: characteristics, types, and significance Temperate climate Temperate climates occupy mid-latitudes between the subtropics and polar zones. They feature moderate temperatures, distinct seasons, varied precipitation patterns and support dive…

Tenerife Tenerife is the largest and most populous of the Canary Islands, known for Mount Teide, volcanic scenery, beaches, and a strong tourism economy.

Tenkasi district — overview, geography, history and attractions Tenkasi district Tenkasi district in southern Tamil Nadu, India, created in 2019 from Tirunelveli. Known for its Western Ghats foothills, waterfalls (Courtallam), temple heritage and agricultural e…

Tepelenë District Former administrative district in southern Albania, centered on the town of Tepelenë on the Vjosa River; noted for its strategic pass, ties to Ali Pasha and a largely rural, agricu…

Terai (Tarai): South Asian lowland marshes and alluvial plains Terai Terai (Tarai) is a lowland belt of marshes, grasslands and farmland along the southern foothills of the Himalayas spanning northern India and southern Nepal. It is ecologically ric…

Terengganu Terengganu is a northeastern Malaysian state known for its coastline, islands, Malay culture, traditional crafts and a constitutional sultanate centred on Kuala Terengganu.

Ternopil Oblast Ternopil Oblast is a province in western Ukraine with a largely agricultural landscape, historic towns, and Ternopil as its administrative centre; population was about 1,075,000 in…

Terny-Sorny — small commune in Aisne, northern France Terny-Sorny Terny-Sorny is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of northern France (historically Picardie). It had about 325 inhabitants in 2015 and exemplifies many rural communes in…

Terpezița: a rural commune in Dolj County, Romania Terpezița Terpezița is a rural commune in Dolj County, in the Oltenia region of southwestern Romania. It is an agricultural community with local traditions and ties to nearby urban centers.

Terrain (Relief): Definition, Components, Measurement, and Uses Terrain Terrain, or relief, describes the vertical dimension and shape of Earth's surface — its heights, slopes and landforms — and how these are measured, represented, and applied in scie…

Terral, Oklahoma Terral is a small rural town in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. Known as a local agricultural center, it retains a close-knit community, small-town institutions, and a history tied to…

Terrell County, Texas A sparsely populated county in southwestern Texas centered on Sanderson; known for ranching, wide-open desert landscapes, remote recreation and a small, dispersed rural population.

Terres de Druance — a commune in Calvados, Normandy Terres de Druance Terres de Druance is a commune in Calvados, Normandy, created in 2017 by merging Lassy, Saint-Jean-le-Blanc and Saint-Vigor-des-Mézerets; geography, administration, history and loc…

Terril, Iowa Terril is a small city in the U.S. state of Iowa. This article outlines its setting, history, economy, community life, governance and practical information for visitors and researc…

Territoire de Belfort: department in eastern France Territoire de Belfort Territoire de Belfort is a small French department in the Bourgogne‑Franche‑Comté region, centred on the city of Belfort. Noted for the Belfort Gap, its fortress history and the Li…

Territorial waters (territorial sea) Territorial waters Territorial waters are the coastal sea zone—commonly up to 12 nautical miles—from a state's baseline where it exercises sovereignty, including airspace and seabed; adjacent maritim…

Territorialism Territorialism: tendency or doctrine focused on claiming, defending or organizing space in animal behavior, human social life, and political movements, including historical settlem…

Territories of the United States An overview of U.S. territories: definitions, categories, examples, historical origins, legal status, and contemporary issues including disputed claims and representation.

Territory: definition, types, history and contemporary relevance Territory A territory is a defined area of land or water under the control, claim, or administration of an individual, organization, or state. This article explains types, legal context, his…

Territory of the Saar Basin (Saargebiet) — League of Nations mandate, 1920–1935 Territory of the Saar Basin Internationally administered region on the Franco‑German border created by the Treaty of Versailles (1920). Administered by the League of Nations, rich in coal, returned to Germany…

Terroles — Small commune in Aude, Occitanie, France Terroles Terroles is a very small rural commune in the Aude department of Occitanie, southern France. It had 17 residents in 2017 and illustrates characteristics and challenges of tiny Fren…

Têt (river) — principal river of Roussillon, southern France Têt (river) The Têt is the main river of Roussillon in southern France. Rising in the eastern Pyrenees, it flows to the Mediterranean through a distinct valley important for agriculture, towns…

Tete Province, Mozambique: geography, history, economy and Cahora Bassa Tete Province Tete is a large inland province in northwestern Mozambique, traversed by the Zambezi River and known for the Cahora Bassa Dam, coal deposits near Moatize and a mix of riverine and…

Teton County, Idaho — overview, geography, history and local life Teton County, Idaho Teton County, in eastern Idaho, includes the towns of Driggs and Victor and sits beside the Teton Range. This article covers its geography, history, economy, communities and notabl…

Teton County, Wyoming Mountain county in northwest Wyoming centered on Jackson; known for Grand Teton National Park, outdoor recreation, tourism-driven economy, and distinctive demographics and conserva…

Teton Mountains (Teton Range) Teton Mountains A compact overview of the Teton Mountains: location, main peaks, geology, human use, ecology, and notable features near Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks.

Teuschnitz — Town in the Franconian Forest, Bavaria Teuschnitz Teuschnitz is a small town in the Kronach district of Bavaria, Germany, set in the Franconian Forest. It is known for its forested landscape, outdoor recreation and proximity to Kr…

Texas: geography, history, culture, economy, and notable places Texas Overview of Texas covering its geography, population, history, major cities, economy, universities, cultural landmarks and distinctive features.

Thailand: geography, people, government, culture and modern development Thailand An accessible, neutral overview of Thailand covering its location, government, population, culture, economy, history and notable features.

Thakurgaon District (Bangladesh) Thakurgaon District Thakurgaon District is a northwestern district of Bangladesh in Rangpur Division, bordering India. It is primarily agricultural, with a distinct local culture, river systems, and f…

Thal Desert (Punjab, Pakistan) Thal desert A semi-arid sandy plain in Punjab, Pakistan, the Thal Desert lies between major rivers and supports sparse thorny vegetation, rain-fed farming and pastoralism, with growing irrigat…

Thames Valley — geography, history and contemporary significance Thames Valley Region of counties and towns along the River Thames in southern England, known for its towns, transport corridors, historic sites, high‑tech economy and riverside landscapes.

Thamirabarani River: course, history, uses and ecology Thamirabarani River A comprehensive overview of the Thamirabarani River of Tamil Nadu: its source, course, tributaries, cultural history, irrigation works, ecology and conservation concerns.

Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu Thanjavur district Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu, India — the historic Chola heartland and major rice-producing delta; noted for Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur painting, bronze art, music and fe…