Geography

Zadar County, Croatia Zadar County Zadar County is a coastal region in northern Dalmatia, centered on the city of Zadar. It includes many islands, national parks, a mix of tourism, agriculture and maritime heritage.

Zagatala District, Azerbaijan Zagatala District Comprehensive overview of Zagatala District in northern Azerbaijan: geography, administration, population, economy, history, culture and tourism.

Zagreb County (Zagrebačka županija) — Central Croatia Zagreb County Zagreb County is an administrative region that surrounds—but does not include—the city of Zagreb. It comprises suburban towns, agricultural landscapes, hilly parks and cultural sit…

Zagros Mountains Major mountain range along the western edge of the Iranian Plateau, spanning Iran and Iraq; known for folded geology, high peaks, oil-bearing structures, diverse ecosystems, and lo…

Zaire: history, identity and legacy of the state (1971–1997) Zaire Zaire was the name of the country now called the Democratic Republic of the Congo between 1971 and 1997, adopted during Mobutu's rule as part of a national identity campaign and re…

Zaire Province (Angola) Zaire Province Zaire is a northwestern province of Angola with a coastal and riverine landscape, historic capital M'Banza Kongo, a mixed economy of oil, fishing and agriculture, and a population…

Zakarid Armenia: the Zakarid-Mkhargrzeli principalities under Queen Tamar Zakarid Armenia Territories in medieval Armenia governed as a fief by the Zakarid-Mkhargrzeli princes under Queen Tamar of Georgia, notable for military role and cultural patronage in the 12th–13t…

Zakarpattia Oblast (Transcarpathia): geography, history, people and economy Zakarpattia Oblast Zakarpattia Oblast (Transcarpathia) is Ukraine's westernmost region in the Carpathians, centered on Uzhhorod. It is multiethnic, historically contested, and important for cross‑bor…

Zakynthos (Zante): Greek Ionian Island — geography, history, and attractions Zakynthos Zakynthos (Zante) is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea known for its beaches, marine life and historic towns. This article summarizes its geography, history, natural features, main…

Zambezi Region (Namibia) Zambezi Region Northeastern Namibian region formerly called Caprivi; a narrow panhandle along the Zambezi River, rich in wetlands, wildlife and cultural diversity, with important parks and cross‑…

Zambezi River: course, features, uses and conservation Zambezi River Major southern African river that rises in Zambia, flows through several countries to the Indian Ocean; known for Victoria Falls, Kariba Dam, seasonal floods, biodiversity and hydr…

Zambezia Province, Mozambique Zambezia Province Zambezia is a coastal province in central Mozambique with Quelimane as its capital. It features riverine plains, mangrove coasts, agricultural production and a history shaped by lo…

Zambia: geography, history, culture, and economy Zambia Comprehensive overview of Zambia — its location, landscape, history, people, economy and government, with key facts about language, wildlife, and notable sites such as Victoria Fal…

Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX) — Overview, Provinces and Key Facts Zamboanga Peninsula Administrative region in southwestern Mindanao, Philippines, centered at Pagadian. Covers three provinces and two chartered cities, with diverse cultures, languages, economy and co…

Zamora-Chinchipe Province, Ecuador Zamora-Chinchipe Province Zamora-Chinchipe is a mountainous Amazonian province in southeastern Ecuador, noted for its biodiversity, Andean foothills, indigenous communities, mining and ecotourism, and prote…

Zamostea — commune in Suceava County, Romania Zamostea Zamostea is a rural commune in Suceava County, northeastern Romania. This article covers its location, administrative role, landscape, history, economy, and local features.

Zangilan District — region in southwestern Azerbaijan Zangilan District Zangilan District is a district in southwestern Azerbaijan bordering Iran. It was occupied from 1993 until Azerbaijani forces regained control in October 2020. The district center…

Zanjan Province — overview, geography, history and cultural highlights Zanjan province Zanjan Province in northwest Iran: its capital Zanjan, geography, climate, history (including Soltaniyeh), economy, languages, crafts and notable sites and institutions.

Zanskar: highland valley of the western Himalaya Zanskar Zanskar is a remote high-altitude valley in the western Himalaya, known for Tibetan Buddhist culture, rugged terrain, winter treks and seasonal isolation; administratively linked t…

Zanskar Gorge Deep, narrow gorge carved by the Zanskar River in the Zanskar region of Ladakh. Known for near-vertical cliffs, a frozen winter route called the Chadar Trek, and remote high‑altitu…

Zanskar Range Mountain range in the western Himalaya separating Ladakh from Kashmir and containing high peaks, strategic passes, glaciated valleys and rivers that feed the Indus system.

Zanskar River A major tributary of the Indus in the Indian Himalaya, the Zanskar River shapes a remote valley in Ladakh, carves a famous gorge and supports local communities, winter trekking and…

Zanzibar: islands, history and culture of the East African archipelago Zanzibar Zanzibar is an Indian Ocean archipelago off East Africa, known for Unguja and Pemba, Stone Town’s heritage, a Swahili-Islamic culture, spice production, coral reefs, and its semi-a…

Zapata County, Texas — Rural border county on the Rio Grande and Falcon Reservoir Zapata County, Texas Zapata County, Texas — a rural border county on the Rio Grande and Falcon Reservoir. Centered in Zapata, it is characterized by ranching, cross-border ties, boating, fishing and di…

Zaporizhia Major industrial and cultural city on the Dnieper in southern Ukraine, known for Khortytsia Island, hydroelectric power, and its role as the administrative center of Zaporizhia Obl…

Zaporizhzhia Oblast — region of southern Ukraine Zaporizhzhia Oblast Administrative region in southern Ukraine centered on the city of Zaporizhzhia; industrial, agricultural, and energy-producing area with a complex modern history and diverse geogra…

Zardab District (Zərdab), central district of Azerbaijan Zardab District Zardab District (Zərdab) is a central lowland district of Azerbaijan with its administrative centre at the town of Zardab. The district is mainly agricultural and lies in the Kura…

Zarqan — city in Shiraz County, Fars Province, Iran Zarqan Zarqan is a small city in Shiraz County, Fars Province, Iran. It serves as the administrative center of Zarqan District and is known for its local markets, agriculture and proximit…

Zarqan County, Fars Province, Iran Zarqan County Zarqan County is an administrative division in Fars Province, Iran. Created in 2018, it includes the cities Zarqan and Lapui and several rural districts; population figures date fr…

Zarrin Dasht County, Fars Province Zarrin Dasht County Zarrin Dasht County is an administrative district in southeastern Fars Province, Iran, centered on the city of Hajjiabad. It is known for its agricultural plains, warm climate, and…

Zarumilla River: coastal border watercourse between Peru and Ecuador Zarumilla River A short coastal river in northwestern South America forming part of the Peru–Ecuador boundary; important for local ecosystems, agriculture, and cross-border relations.

Zealand (Sjælland): Denmark’s largest island — geography, history and connections Zealand Zealand (Sjælland) is Denmark's largest island and home to Copenhagen. This article describes its geography, population, transport links (bridges and tunnels), history, economy and…

Zearing, Iowa Zearing is a small city in central Iowa, United States. This article summarizes its setting, origins, economy, community life, and local institutions.

Zeeland — province in the southwest of the Netherlands Zeeland Zeeland is a southwestern Dutch province of islands and peninsulas, known for its coastal landscape, land reclamation, the Delta Works and maritime economy. Capital: Middelburg; po…

Zell am See District (Pinzgau), Salzburg, Austria Zell am See District Administrative district in the state of Salzburg, Austria, congruent with the Pinzgau region; alpine landscape centered on Zell am See, with tourism, mountain valleys and parts of…

Zellenberg, a hilltop commune in Haut-Rhin (Alsace) Zellenberg Zellenberg is a small hilltop commune in the Haut-Rhin department of eastern France, noted for its vineyards, medieval character, and location on the Alsace Wine Route.

Zenica Zenica, a major industrial city in central Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Bosna river, known for its steel industry, regional role, university, and mountainous surroundings.

Zezë — headwaters of the Ishëm River in western Albania Zezë Zezë is a small river in western Albania whose headwaters rise east of Krujë and feed the Ishëm watershed. It supports local agriculture, habitats and is part of the drainage to th…

Zhejiang Province (east China) Zhejiang Zhejiang is an economically dynamic coastal province in east China, known for its historic capital Hangzhou, the Qiantang River, Zhejiang’s manufacturing and tech hubs, scenic coas…

Zhemgang District Zhemgang District is a forested, mountainous district in central-southern Bhutan. Its administrative centre is Zhemgang; the area includes large tracts of protected forest and a ne…

Zhob District (Balochistan, Pakistan) Zhob District Zhob District is a Provincially Administered Tribal Area in northwestern Balochistan. It centers on the Zhob River valley and comprises several tehsils with a predominantly Pashtun…

Zhob River (Balochistan, Pakistan) Zhob River A seasonal river rising in the Sulaiman Mountains of Balochistan, Pakistan, flowing past Zhob city and joining the Gomal River; important for local irrigation, settlements and regi…

Zhongyuan (Central Plains of China) Zhongyuan Zhongyuan, or the Central Plains, is the traditional heartland of Chinese civilization centered on the Yellow River valley; a fertile cultural and political core whose legacy shape…

Zhouzhi County — county of Xi'an in Shaanxi Province, China Zhouzhi County Zhouzhi County (周至县, Zhōuzhì Xiàn) lies in southwest Xi'an, Shaanxi. Mountainous and agricultural, it is known for kiwifruit, traditional embroidery, and proximity to the Qinling r…

Zhytomyr Oblast — northern Ukrainian region and administrative province Zhytomyr Oblast Zhytomyr Oblast, in northern Ukraine with administrative centre Zhytomyr, is a region of mixed forests, agriculture and industry; population ~1.27 million (2013). History ties to V…

Ziarat District, Balochistan (Pakistan) Ziarat District Ziarat District in northern Balochistan, Pakistan, is a mountainous district known for its cool climate, ancient juniper forests, and the historic Ziarat Residency. It is a regiona…

Ziebach County, South Dakota: Overview, History, and Characteristics Ziebach County, South Dakota Ziebach County is a sparsely populated county in north-central South Dakota, with Dupree as its county seat. Created in 1911, it has a largely rural landscape and significant Nativ…

Zimbabwe: overview, geography, history, economy and society Zimbabwe Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa known for the ancient ruins of Great Zimbabwe, diverse landscapes including Victoria Falls, a mineral-rich economy, and a comple…