Geography

Lena River Major Siberian river flowing northeast from the Baikal Mountains into the Laptev Sea. Noted for its length, large basin, seasonal ice, extensive delta and role in regional ecology…

Lena, Illinois Lena is a small city in Stephenson County, northwestern Illinois. This article covers its location, history, community character, economy, notable features and local government.

Lenzburg District, Canton of Aargau Lenzburg District Administrative district in the Swiss canton of Aargau, centered on the town of Lenzburg; comprises 20 municipalities and combines historic sites, agriculture and light industry.

Lenzerheide: Swiss Alpine Resort in Graubünden Lenzerheide Lenzerheide is a mountain resort in the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland, known for skiing, a scenic lake (Heidsee), summer hiking and the connected Arosa Lenzerheide ski area.

Leo Belgicus: the heraldic lion map of the Low Countries Leo Belgicus Leo Belgicus is a cartographic and emblematic motif that represents the Low Countries as a lion. Originating in the late 16th century, it became a potent symbol in prints, propagan…

Leon County, Florida Leon County, established in 1824 and home to Tallahassee, is Florida's seat of government. It blends state institutions, universities, parks, and mixed urban‑rural landscapes in th…

Lerik District (Lerik Raion), southern Azerbaijan Lerik District Mountainous district in southern Azerbaijan on the Iran border, between the Talysh Mountains and Lankaran Lowland; known for rugged terrain, forested slopes, and rural communities.

Lerzy — a commune in Aisne, Picardie (northern France) Lerzy Lerzy is a small commune in the Aisne department of the former Picardie region in northern France. This article explains its administrative status, typical characteristics, history…

Les Artigues-de-Lussac — a rural commune in Gironde, Nouvelle‑Aquitaine Les Artigues-de-Lussac Les Artigues-de-Lussac is a small rural commune in Gironde, southwestern France, noted for its vineyards, limestone countryside and proximity to Lussac‑Saint‑Émilion and the Bordea…

Les Attaques — commune in Pas-de-Calais, northern France Les Attaques Les Attaques is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France near Calais. This article explains its location, administration, historical context, economy and transp…

Les Avants — mountain village and resort in Montreux, Switzerland Les Avants Les Avants is a small mountain village above Lake Geneva in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. Part of Montreux, it is known for historic hotels, hiking, winter sports and panoramic…

Les Bois — Municipality in Franches-Montagnes, Canton of Jura Les Bois Les Bois is a French-speaking municipality in the Franches-Montagnes district of the canton of Jura, Switzerland, known for its high‑plateau landscapes, forests, equestrian traditi…

Les Bordes, Yonne Les Bordes is a small rural commune in the Yonne department of central France, noted for its agricultural landscape, traditional village features and local administration within Bo…

Les Enfers — municipality in Franches-Montagnes, Canton of Jura, Switzerland Les Enfers Les Enfers is a small French-speaking municipality in the Franches-Montagnes district of the canton of Jura, Switzerland. Rural, forested, and historically linked to regional agric…

Les Essarts, Vendée — former commune in Pays de la Loire Les Essarts, Vendée Les Essarts is a former commune in the Vendée department, Pays de la Loire, western France. It joined the new commune Essarts-en-Bocage in 2016; this article summarizes its geograp…

Les Granges (Aube) — French commune in north-central France Les Granges Les Granges is a small rural commune in the Aube département of north-central France. It exemplifies local administration, agricultural heritage and modest village life within the…

Lesbos (Lesvos) — Greek island in the northeastern Aegean Lesbos Lesbos (Lesvos) is a large Greek island in the northeastern Aegean Sea, known for its capital Mytilene, ancient writer Sappho, olive oil, a petrified forest, notable villages and d…

Lescar: commune and historic town in southwestern France Lescar Lescar is a commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of southwestern France, noted for its medieval cathedral, its role in the historical province of Béarn, and its proximity…

Lesotho: Mountain Kingdom Enclave Within South Africa Lesotho Explore Lesotho, a mountainous kingdom entirely surrounded by South Africa—covering its highland landscape, Maseru capital, Basotho people, Sesotho and English use, and its constit…

Lespesses (Pas-de-Calais) Lespesses Lespesses is a small rural commune in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France, formerly part of Nord-Pas-de-Calais. This article outlines its location, character, administr…

Lespinassière — small commune in Aude, Occitanie, France Lespinassière Lespinassière is a small rural commune in the Aude department of Occitanie in southern France, with 133 residents recorded in 2017. It exemplifies the region's quiet village life a…

Lespinoy — commune in Pas-de-Calais, northern France Lespinoy Lespinoy is a small French commune in the Pas-de-Calais department (former Nord-Pas-de-Calais region). This article outlines its location, administration, landscape, local life and…

Lespourcy: a rural commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, southwestern France Lespourcy Lespourcy is a small French commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. This article outlines its location, administration, landscape, history, economy an…

Lesse (river) — karst tributary of the Meuse in Wallonia Lesse The Lesse is a karst river in the Ardennes of Wallonia, Belgium. Known for its limestone caves, scenic valley and recreational canoeing, it joins the Meuse near Dinant and supports…

Lesser Antilles: islands of the eastern Caribbean Lesser Antilles Chain of islands in the eastern Caribbean Sea and western Atlantic forming the arc between the Greater Antilles and the coast of South America.

Lesser Sunda Islands (Nusa Tenggara) Lesser Sunda Islands Island chain in southeastern Indonesia and Timor-Leste forming the eastern Sunda Islands, noted for volcanic landscapes, Wallacean biodiversity, and diverse cultures.

Leu, Dolj Leu is a rural commune in Dolj County in the Oltenia region of southwestern Romania. It functions as a local agricultural and administrative center with typical Romanian village li…

Leugny, Yonne — small commune in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France Leugny, Yonne Leugny is a small rural commune in the Yonne department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in central France. This article summarizes its location, administration, landscape, history, econ…

Leulinghen-Bernes Leulinghen-Bernes is a small French commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in northern France. This article outlines its location, administration, local life, history and typical…

Levee: history, types, construction and role in flood control Levee A levee (or levée) is an embankment built naturally or artificially along waterways or coasts to reduce flooding. This article explains types, construction, history, uses and notab…

Leventina District, Ticino — Alpine valley and transit corridor Leventina District Leventina is an Italian-speaking district in canton Ticino, Switzerland, centered on Faido. It comprises the upper Ticino valley, a historic Gotthard transit route, mountain commun…

Levoncourt, Haut-Rhin — Commune in Grand Est, France Levoncourt, Haut-Rhin Levoncourt is a small French commune in the Haut-Rhin department (Grand Est). Rural in character, it is administered as a commune and shares the history, landscape and traditions o…

Lewis and Clark County, Montana County in west-central Montana containing the state capital Helena. Known for its mountain landscapes, government services, mining history and outdoor recreation. Population 63,395…

Lewis County, Kentucky Lewis County is a small, rural county in northeastern Kentucky on the Ohio River; its county seat is Vanceburg and the 2010 census recorded 13,870 residents.

Lewisville, Texas Lewisville is a suburban city in Denton County, Texas. Part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area, it is known for Lewisville Lake, a revitalized Old Town, parks, and a mix of reside…

Lexington County, South Carolina County in central South Carolina with seat Lexington. Part of the Columbia metro area, noted for Lake Murray, steady growth since 2010, founded in 1785 and named for the Battle of…

Lèze (river in southern France) Lèze The Lèze is a left-bank tributary of the Ariège river in southern France, flowing through the departments of Ariège and Haute-Garonne and shaping local landscapes, ecology and huma…

Lezhë County, Albania: Adriatic coast, inland landscapes and cultural heritage Lezhë County Lezhë County in northwest Albania covers a short Adriatic coast and rising inland hills. Explore Lezhë city’s medieval landmarks, coastal plains, agriculture, transport links and r…

Lezhë District Administrative district in northwestern Albania centered on the city of Lezhë; noted for its Catholic heritage, historical monuments and its role in medieval Albanian unity.

Lhotse: the fourth highest mountain on Earth Lhotse Lhotse is the world’s fourth-highest peak, an 8,000-metre Himalayan massif on the Nepal–Tibet border known for its steep faces, close link to Everest and a notable 1956 first ascen…

Lhuntse District Lhuntse (Lhuentse) is a mountainous district in northeastern Bhutan, centred on the town of Lhuntse. It is known for remote valleys, traditional weaving, and a patchwork of eight r…

Li River — geography, karst scenery, culture and tourism Li River The Li River (Li Jiang) in Guangxi, China, is noted for its dramatic karst peaks and scenic waterway. This article outlines its geography, landscape, cultural significance, tourism…

Liancourt Rocks (Dokdo / Takeshima) — Overview and dispute Liancourt Rocks Small group of islets in the body of water between Korea and Japan. Administered by South Korea, claimed by Japan; notable for sovereignty dispute, ecology, and political symbolism…

Liaoning Province: Geography, history, economy and culture Liaoning Liaoning is a coastal province in northeast China. This article outlines its geography, major cities, historical episodes including Japanese rule, economy, cultural features, trans…

Liberec Region (Liberecký kraj): geography, economy, and culture Liberec Region Concise overview of the Liberec Region in the Czech Republic: landscape, administration, economy, history, cultural landmarks and tourism highlights including Ještěd and Lake Mácha…

Liberia: West African republic, history, geography and contemporary profile Liberia Overview of Liberia: location, people, history from its founding by freed American settlers to modern challenges, economy, governance and notable facts including its ship registry.

Liberty County, Florida: rural county in the Florida Panhandle Liberty County, Florida Liberty County is a sparsely populated county in the Florida Panhandle with Bristol as its county seat. Formed in 1824, it is known for forests, state parks and a largely rural eco…

Librazhd District, Elbasan County, Albania Librazhd District Librazhd District is a traditional administrative district in eastern Albania within Elbasan County. Its administrative centre is the town of Librazhd and it has a population of ab…