Geography

Emirate of Dubai Dubai is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates, a coastal, highly urbanized emirate known for rapid development, diversified economy, major ports, and global touris…

Emirate of Fujairah Fujairah is the only UAE emirate on the Gulf of Oman coast. Known for its mountains, ports and beaches, it combines maritime trade, oil storage, agriculture in wadis and growing to…

Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah: geography, history and modern role Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al Khaimah is one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates. This article describes its geography, history, economy, notable sites and distinctions.

Emirates A political territory ruled by an emir; also used as a brand name (notably the Dubai-based airline) and in names of federations such as the United Arab Emirates.

Emmaste-Selja — village on Hiiumaa (Hiiu County), northwestern Estonia Emmaste-Selja Emmaste-Selja (often called Selja) is a small village on Hiiumaa island in Hiiu County, northwestern Estonia. It is part of the rural community historically known as Emmaste Parish…

Emme (river) — the Emmental valley river in Switzerland Emme river The Emme is a river in the Swiss canton of Bern that gives its name to the Emmental valley. This article explains its course, physical features, flood history, uses, ecology and cu…

Emmen, Lucerne: overview, history, and notable features Emmen, Switzerland Emmen is a municipality in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland. This article outlines its location, administration, history, economy, transport links and notable sites such as Emmen…

Emmendingen (district): geography, administration and local life Emmendingen (district) Overview of the Emmendingen Landkreis in western Baden-Württemberg, Germany: location, landscape, administration, economy, transport and cultural highlights.

Emmental — Swiss rural region of the Emme valley Emmental Emmental is a rural region in the canton of Bern, Switzerland, known for rolling hills, dairy farming, Emmental cheese, craft pottery and a distinct rural culture and landscape.

Emmental (administrative district) Emmental is an administrative district in the canton of Bern, Switzerland, covering about 691 km² and composed of 42 municipalities; known for its rolling valleys, dairy farming an…

Emmet County, Iowa: Overview, History, Geography, and Community Emmet County, Iowa A concise encyclopedia-style article about Emmet County, Iowa, covering location, history, demographics, economy, government, and local points of interest.

Emmons County, North Dakota Emmons County is a rural county in south-central North Dakota with county seat Linton and a small, agriculture-centered population (3,550 at the 2010 census).

Empire A political unit in which diverse lands and peoples are ruled under a single supreme authority; empires shaped history through conquest, administration, trade and cultural exchange…

Emsland district — geography, history and economy of the Ems region Emsland Emsland is a district in Lower Saxony, Germany, named for the River Ems. This article outlines its geography, development, economy, transport links and cultural and environmental f…

Encino, Los Angeles — San Fernando Valley neighborhood overview Encino, Los Angeles Encino is an affluent residential and commercial neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, noted for Ventura Boulevard, oak-lined streets, Rancho Los Encinos historic…

Enclave (territorial and administrative areas) Enclave An enclave is a territory entirely surrounded by another political unit or region. This article explains definitions, types, causes, practical issues, history, and notable examples…

Ende Regency (Kabupaten Ende), East Nusa Tenggara Ende Regency Ende Regency is an administrative region on Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, known for coastal and highland landscapes, Kelimutu's crater lakes, traditional culture,…

Endorheic basin A closed drainage area whose waters do not reach the ocean; usually ending in saline lakes or playas and common in arid regions with distinct ecological and human impacts.

Engadin (Engadine): High Alpine Valley of the Inn in Switzerland Engadin Engadin is a long, high Alpine valley in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland, following the Inn river from the Maloja Pass toward Austria; noted for its mountains, multilingual c…

Engelbrechtsche Wildnis Engelbrechtsche Wildnis is a small municipality in Steinburg district, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, known for its rural landscape, agricultural economy and a name that reflects his…

England England is a country on the island of Great Britain, part of the United Kingdom. It has a long history, diverse landscape, major cities including London, and cultural and economic…

England, Arkansas Small city in Lonoke County in central Arkansas, historically tied to agriculture and rail transport. Serves surrounding rural communities with schools, local government, churches,…

Englewood, Florida Coastal community on Florida’s Gulf Coast spanning Sarasota and Charlotte counties; known for beaches, nature preserves, boating, and a mix of year‑round and seasonal residents.

Englewood, New Jersey A middle-sized city in southeastern Bergen County, Englewood is a long-established suburban community within commuting range of New York City, known for cultural venues, medical se…

Englewood, Ohio Englewood is a suburban city north of Dayton in Montgomery County, Ohio. Known for its residential neighborhoods, local parks, and small-business and light industrial areas, it was…

English Channel: geography, history and modern uses English Channel The English Channel (La Manche) separates Great Britain from continental Europe. This article covers its geography, formation, transport links including the Channel Tunnel, histori…

Ennedi-Est Region (Chad) Ennedi-Est Region Ennedi-Est is a sparsely populated, Saharan region in northeastern Chad with capital Amdjarass. Created in 2012 from the former Ennedi Region, it includes parts of the Ennedi Plate…

Ennedi-Ouest Region (Chad) Ennedi-Ouest Region Ennedi-Ouest is a sparsely populated desert region in northeastern Chad, created in 2012 with capital Fada, noted for its sandstone plateaus, rock art, nomadic communities and past…

Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis — district in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis is a district in central North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, named for the Ennepe and Ruhr rivers. It comprises several towns including Witten and combines industria…

Ennepetal — town in Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis, North Rhine-Westphalia Ennepetal Ennepetal is a German town in the Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis of North Rhine-Westphalia. This article summarizes its location, geography, historical development, economy, transport links and…

Ennerdale Water (Lake District, Cumbria) Ennerdale Water Ennerdale Water is a small glacial lake in the western Lake District, noted for its remote moorland setting, walking routes, and the Wild Ennerdale landscape-scale conservation par…

Entlebuch District — rural district of the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland Entlebuch District A rural district in the canton of Lucerne, centered on Schüpfheim; noted for karst plateaus, moors and alpine pastures, UNESCO biosphere designation and the Entlebucher Mountain Do…

Entre Ríos Province, Argentina Entre Ríos Province A flat, river-bordered province in northeastern Argentina whose capital is Paraná. Known for extensive agriculture (rice, soy, wheat, maize, citrus), river transport, wetland parks…

Entremont District (Valais, Switzerland) Entremont District Alpine district in the French-speaking part of Valais, Switzerland. Includes six municipalities and notable sites such as Verbier (Bagnes) and the Great St Bernard pass area.

Entrepierres — commune in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, southeastern France Entrepierres Entrepierres is a small rural commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department of southeastern France, noted for its stone-built village character, agricultural landscape and acce…

Enzkreis — district in northwest Baden-Württemberg, Germany Enzkreis Enzkreis is a rural district in northwest Baden-Württemberg surrounding Pforzheim; it includes parts of the northern Black Forest and combines river valleys, small towns, industry…

Éparcy — commune in Aisne, northern France Éparcy Éparcy is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of northern France, formerly in the Picardie region. This article outlines its location, character, administration, history,…

Épaux-Bézu, a rural commune in Aisne, northern France Épaux-Bézu Épaux-Bézu is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of northern France, historically part of Picardie. This entry summarizes its location, administration, landscape, herita…

Epping Forest — ancient woodland on London's edge Epping Forest Epping Forest is a long, narrow ancient woodland on the boundary of Greater London and Essex, valued for its archaeology, wildlife and public open spaces and managed to protect his…

Epping Forest (district) District in the county of Essex bordering Greater London. Mix of ancient woodland, suburban towns and rural villages; centred on the town of Epping and including Loughton and Chipp…

Epte — river in Normandy, France Epte The Epte is a tributary of the Seine in Normandy. Rising in the Pays de Bray near Forges‑les‑Eaux, it became a medieval boundary, inspired Monet at Giverny, and supports valued hab…

Equator The equator is the 0° latitude circle midway between the poles that divides Earth into northern and southern hemispheres and strongly influences climate, daylight and navigation.

Equatorial Guinea: geography, history, languages and modern overview Equatorial Guinea Overview of Equatorial Guinea—its mainland and islands, colonial legacy under Spain, official languages, political and economic profile, major peoples, and environmental and develo…

Equirectangular projection A simple cylindrical map projection mapping equal increments of longitude and latitude to straight, evenly spaced vertical and horizontal lines; widely used for raster data, panora…

Erath County, Texas — overview, history and key features Erath County, Texas A concise overview of Erath County, Texas: location, history, demographics, economy, education, and notable facts including its county seat Stephenville and Tarleton State Universi…

Erbil (Hewlêr) — Capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq Erbil Erbil (Kurdish Hewlêr) is the capital of Iraq's Kurdistan Region, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, known for its ancient citadel, regional government, oil-d…

Erding (district) — Landkreis in Upper Bavaria, Germany Erding (district) Erding is a Landkreis (district) in Upper Bavaria, Germany, centered on the town of Erding. Known for the Therme Erding spa and Erdinger brewery, it blends agriculture, light indus…

Erie County, Ohio County on Lake Erie in northern Ohio. Seat Sandusky; 2010 population 77,079. Known for shoreline recreation, Cedar Point, mixed economy of tourism, manufacturing and agriculture.