Geography

Lavaux (district) — Swiss lakeside wine region and former administrative district Lavaux (district) Lavaux was a former district in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, known for its terraced vineyards on Lake Geneva and for being incorporated into the Lavaux-Oron District during can…

Lawrence County, Arkansas County in northeastern Arkansas founded in 1815. County seat Walnut Ridge; 2010 population 17,415. Rural county with small towns, agricultural economy, and historic sites.

Lawrence County, South Dakota County in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Created in 1875, seat at Deadwood, noted for historic mining towns, outdoor recreation, tourism, and a population of 24,097 at the 2010 c…

Lawrenceville, Illinois: county seat and regional community Lawrenceville, Illinois Lawrenceville is a small city in southeastern Illinois that serves as the county seat of Lawrence County. It functions as a local government, commercial, and service center for sur…

Layyah District, Punjab — geography, administration and economy Layyah District An overview of Layyah District in Punjab, Pakistan: geography, administrative divisions, climate, land use, economy and notable features including the Indus River and Chaubara sand…

Lazio: central Italian region centered on Rome Lazio Lazio is a central Italian region whose capital is Rome. It blends coastal plains, Apennine highlands, ancient history, rich cultural heritage and a modern economy based on service…

Le Barp — commune in Gironde, southwestern France Le Barp Le Barp is a rural commune in Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, near the Landes forest and within reach of Bordeaux. This article summarizes its geography, history, economy, landmarks a…

Le Chaffaut-Saint-Jurson — commune in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Le Chaffaut-Saint-Jurson Le Chaffaut-Saint-Jurson is a small commune in southeastern France's Alpes-de-Haute-Provence known for rural Provençal character, varied landscapes and local heritage. Overview, ge…

Le Cheylard — commune in Ardèche, southern France Le Cheylard Le Cheylard is a small market town in the Ardèche department of southern France, set on the western edge of the Massif Central; known for rural character, local markets and outdoor…

Le Crestet — small commune in Ardèche, southern France Le Crestet Le Crestet is a rural commune in the Ardèche department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, southern France, known for hilltop views, traditional stone architecture and local agricultural lif…

Le Flore County, Oklahoma Le Flore County lies in eastern Oklahoma along the Arkansas border. Its county seat is Poteau; the 2010 census recorded 50,384 residents. The county includes parts of the Ouachita…

Le Givre — commune in the Vendée, Pays de la Loire Le Givre Le Givre is a small rural commune in the Vendée department of Pays de la Loire, western France, known for its agricultural landscape and typical local heritage.

Le Grand-Abergement Former rural commune in the Ain department of eastern France, merged into Haut-Valromey in 2016; overview of its location, landscape, administrative history and local significance.

Le Grez — commune in Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France Le Grez Le Grez is a small French commune in the Sarthe department, located in the Pays de la Loire region in western France. Typical of rural communes, it features local administration, h…

Le Lac-d'Issarlès — commune and volcanic lake in Ardèche, France Le Lac-d'Issarlès Le Lac-d'Issarlès is a small commune in Ardèche, southern France, best known for its volcanic crater lake. The village combines natural heritage, outdoor recreation, and rural trad…

Le Langon (Vendée) — commune in Pays de la Loire, France Le Langon Le Langon is a small commune in the Vendée department of Pays de la Loire in western France. This article summarizes its setting, typical features, history, administration, economy…

Le Luart — commune in Sarthe, Pays de la Loire Le Luart Le Luart is a small commune in the Sarthe department of the Pays de la Loire region in western France, typical of rural communities with local administration, a church, and agricul…

Le Porge — coastal commune in Gironde, France Le Porge Le Porge is a coastal commune in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwestern France, known for long Atlantic beaches, pine forest, outdoor recreation and rural touri…

Le Roux (Ardèche): overview of the commune in southern France Le Roux, Ardèche Le Roux is a small commune in the Ardèche department of southern France. This article covers its setting, administration, landscape, local life, and visitor activities in a concise…

Le Sars (commune in Pas-de-Calais, France) Le Sars Le Sars is a small rural commune in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France. This article covers its location, administration, landscape, history, economy and points of loc…

Le Teil — commune in the Ardèche department of southern France Le Teil Le Teil is a small town and commune in Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, known for its local industry, riverside setting, and a notable 2019 seismic event that affected the town.

Le Tourne — commune in Gironde, southwestern France Le Tourne Le Tourne is a small French commune in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, in the southwest of France. This article summarizes its location, governance, history, landscap…

Le Vernet (Allier) — commune in central France Le Vernet, Allier Le Vernet is a small commune in the Allier department of central France. This article summarizes its location, landscape, administration, local life, and points of interest.

Le Veurdre: commune in Allier, central France Le Veurdre Le Veurdre is a small French commune in the Allier department, part of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This article outlines its status, local features, history, and role in the r…

Least developed country A United Nations category for countries facing severe structural impediments to sustainable development, low human development, and high economic vulnerability, eligible for target…

Léaz — a commune in the Ain department of eastern France Léaz Léaz is a small French commune in the Ain department, located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This article covers its setting, governance, landscape, local life and practical i…

Lebanon: geography, history, society and economy Lebanon Lebanon is a small Mediterranean country in Western Asia. This article summarizes its geography, history, social structure, economy, and notable facts.

Lebensraum: concept, origins, and its appropriation by Nazi policy Lebensraum Lebensraum, German for "living space," is a geopolitical concept developed in the 19th century and infamously adopted by Nazi Germany to justify aggressive expansion and policies o…

Lech am Arlberg: Alpine village and ski resort in Vorarlberg, Austria Lech am Arlberg Lech am Arlberg is a mountain village and internationally known ski resort in Vorarlberg, Austria, noted for its alpine scenery, extensive ski terrain, summer hiking and a pedestri…

Léchelle, Pas-de-Calais: a northern French commune Léchelle, Pas-de-Calais Léchelle is a small commune in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France. This article outlines its administrative status, landscape, historical context, local economy and no…

Lède (river in Lot-et-Garonne, France) Lède The Lède is a small river in south‑western France that flows through Lot‑et‑Garonne in Nouvelle‑Aquitaine and joins the Lot River as a right‑bank tributary.

Lee County (United States) Lee County Survey of the twelve U.S. counties named Lee County, summarizing their locations, origins of the name, government roles, demographic and economic variety, and guidance for disambig…

Lee County, Georgia Lee County is a county in southwestern Georgia with its county seat at Leesburg. Established in the early 19th century, it has a largely rural character and an economy rooted in ag…

Leer, town in Lower Saxony, Germany Leer Leer is a historic port town and administrative center in East Frisia, Lower Saxony, Germany, known for its waterways, timber-framed architecture, regional culture and role as a lo…

Leer (district) — East Frisia, Lower Saxony, Germany Leer (district) Rural district in northwest Lower Saxony, Germany. Centered on the town of Leer, it spans the Ems valley, the Dollart bay and the island of Borkum and includes parts of the Wadden…

Leeward Islands The Leeward Islands are the northern group of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean, a mix of independent states and overseas territories known for volcanic and coral islands, touri…

Leeward Islands (Society Islands, French Polynesia) Leeward Islands (Society Islands) Western group of the Society Islands in French Polynesia, noted for volcanic islands, lagoons, cultural sites, pearl farming and tourism. Includes Bora Bora, Raiatea, Taha'a, Huahi…

Lefkada: Ionian island of beaches, sailing and mainland access Lefkada Lefkada (Lefkas) is an Ionian island off western Greece, known for dramatic beaches, sailing, traditional villages and a permanent road link to the mainland. Area about 300 km²; to…

Leh district (Ladakh): geography, people and significance Leh district High‑altitude district in the Indian union territory of Ladakh. Covers Lehbased administration, borders with Pakistan and China, Tibetan Buddhist culture, sparse population, touris…

Lehigh County, Pennsylvania Lehigh County is a county in eastern Pennsylvania centered on Allentown. Part of the Lehigh Valley, it has urban centers, suburban townships, industry, transport links and a mixed…

Leibnitz District, Styria — overview, geography, administration and culture Leibnitz District Leibnitz District in southern Styria, Austria: an administrative region known for its wine country, rolling hills, agricultural economy, transport links to Graz and Slovenia, and r…

Leinster (province of Ireland) Leinster Leinster is the eastern province of Ireland, home to Dublin and twelve counties. It is the country’s most populous province and a historic region with distinctive geography, cultur…

Leipzig: history, culture, economy and landmarks Leipzig Comprehensive overview of Leipzig — Saxony's largest city — covering its geography, history, cultural institutions, economy, transport and notable facts.

Leipzig (district) Leipzig is a rural district in the northwest of the Free State of Saxony, Germany. Created in 2008 by merging two former districts, it surrounds the city of Leipzig and combines ag…

Leipziger Land — former district in the Free State of Saxony Leipziger Land Former rural district in the Free State of Saxony, Germany, located southwest of Leipzig. Disbanded in 2008 during administrative reform; territory later incorporated into a succes…

Leisu — village in Hiiu County, Estonia Leisu Leisu is a small village on Hiiumaa island in northwestern Estonia, historically associated with Emmaste Parish in Hiiu County. It exemplifies rural island life, natural landscapes…

Lembata Regency Indonesian regency in East Nusa Tenggara centered on Lembata Island (formerly Lomblen); known for maritime culture, traditional whaling at Lamalera, fishing, agriculture and island…

Lemps, Ardèche — commune in southern France Lemps, Ardèche Lemps is a rural commune in the Ardèche département of Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes. This article summarizes its setting, administration, history, economy, and visitor information for a co…