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Jasseines — commune in Aube, Grand Est, France Jasseines Jasseines is a small rural commune in the Aube department of the Grand Est region in north-central France, typical of French village administration, landscape, and local life.

Jastrzębie-Zdrój: overview, history, economy and cultural profile Jastrzębie-Zdrój Jastrzębie-Zdrój is a city in southern Poland, in Silesian Voivodeship. A former spa town turned mining centre, it has about 94,000 residents and an area of 85.44 km².

Jaunjelgava Jaunjelgava is a historic Latvian town on the Daugava River, granted town rights in 1647. It has a riverside setting, layered history as a trading port, and surviving cultural and…

Jaworzno Jaworzno is a city in southern Poland's Silesian Voivodeship, historically industrial and now undergoing economic and environmental transformation; population about 96,600 and area…

Jay County, Indiana: Overview, history, and community profile Jay County, Indiana Jay County is a rural county in eastern Indiana with Portland as its county seat. This article summarizes its geography, history, economy, government, and notable features.

Jeantes — Commune in Aisne, historically in Picardie (northern France) Jeantes Jeantes is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of northern France, historically part of Picardie. This article outlines its geography, history, administration, economy an…

Jebsheim, Haut-Rhin (France) Jebsheim Jebsheim is a small commune in the Haut-Rhin department of northeastern France. This article outlines its location, administration, history, economy, landmarks and notable aspects.

Jeddah: Red Sea Port and Gateway to Mecca Jeddah Jeddah is a major Saudi Arabian Red Sea port and commercial hub on the Hejaz coast, serving as the principal gateway for pilgrims to Mecca and a centre of trade, industry and cultu…

Jefferson County Jefferson County is the name of 26 U.S. counties and one Louisiana parish, most named for Thomas Jefferson. These jurisdictions differ widely in government, geography, economy and…

Jefferson County, Idaho Rural county in eastern Idaho established in 1913. Rigby is the county seat. The area is largely agricultural on the Snake River Plain and named for President Thomas Jefferson.

Jefferson County, Indiana Jefferson County is in southeastern Indiana along the Ohio River. Its county seat is Madison, noted for a large 19th-century historic district; population was 32,428 in 2010.

Jefferson County, Mississippi Rural county on the Mississippi River in western Mississippi; county seat Fayette; established 1799 and named for Thomas Jefferson. Small population, agricultural history, and rive…

Jefferson County, New York: overview, geography, history and economy Jefferson County, New York Jefferson County, NY, founded in 1805 with seat at Watertown, is a mostly rural county on Lake Ontario’s eastern shore, home to Fort Drum and the 10th Mountain Division and known f…

Jefferson County, Ohio County in eastern Ohio along the Ohio River. Seat Steubenville; established 1797. Historically industrial with ties to river transport and steel, now a mix of small cities, townshi…

Jefferson County, Oklahoma Rural county in southern Oklahoma with its seat at Waurika, known for agriculture, small communities, and history tied to statehood and Native American lands.

Jefferson County, West Virginia Jefferson County is the easternmost county of West Virginia, with county seat Charles Town. It includes Harpers Ferry, notable Civil War sites, and has grown as part of the Eastern…

Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana A parish in southwestern Louisiana centered on Jennings, named for Confederate president Jefferson Davis; rural with bayous, agriculture and small towns, formed in the early 20th c…

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana: overview, communities, history and significance Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Jefferson Parish is a large suburban parish on the east bank of the Mississippi River near New Orleans. This article covers its geography, communities, history, economy, and notabl…

Jefferson Park, Chicago A Northwest Side Chicago community area and neighborhood known for its transit hub, Polish-American heritage, parks, and mix of residential and commercial zones.

Jeju: Island, Province, Culture and Natural Heritage of South Korea Jeju Jeju is a volcanic island and South Korean province known for Hallasan, lava tubes, unique culture (haenyeo divers, dol hareubang), tangerines and major tourism and conservation va…

Jeju-do (Jeju Province) — South Korea’s volcanic island province Jeju-do Jeju-do is a South Korean province largely formed by volcanic activity. Known for Hallasan, lava tubes, mild climate, unique culture and tourism, it combines natural heritage with…

Jena — university and science city in Thuringia, Germany Jena Jena is a city in central Germany's state of Thuringia, noted for Friedrich Schiller University, a strong research and optics industry, historic sites, and a population of about 10…

Jena, Louisiana Jena is the parish seat of La Salle Parish in central Louisiana. A small rural town, it serves as a local government and commercial center and was the focus of national attention i…

Jenaz (Gianatsch) — municipality in Graubünden, Switzerland Jenaz Jenaz (Romansh: Gianatsch) is a municipality in the Prättigau/Davos district of the canton of Graubünden, Switzerland. A valley village with agricultural roots, local services and…

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania Jenkintown is a small borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, north of Philadelphia. Known for its compact downtown, residential neighborhoods, and suburban character, it serve…

Jenner, California — small coastal community at the Russian River mouth Jenner, California Jenner is a tiny unincorporated community in Sonoma County, California, at the mouth of the Russian River. It is known for scenic coastal bluffs, Goat Rock Beach, wildlife viewing…

Jenolan Caves: karst show caves of the Blue Mountains, New South Wales Jenolan Caves Jenolan Caves are a large, ancient limestone cave network in the Blue Mountains, NSW, known for elaborate calcite formations, Silurian fossils, extensive passages and developed sho…

Jensen Beach, Florida Jensen Beach is a coastal community in Martin County, Florida, known for beaches, boating on the Indian River Lagoon, a pineapple-growing heritage and a small-town downtown. Popula…

Jérémie — Haitian coastal city known as the “City of Poets” Jérémie Jérémie is a coastal city in southwest Haiti, capital of Grand'Anse, famed for its literary tradition and cultural history. It is a regional port and administrative center with a r…

Jericho: an ancient city in the Jordan Valley Jericho Jericho is a historically significant city in the Jordan Valley of the West Bank, known for its long archaeological record, biblical references, and modern role as a Palestinian to…

Jerilderie: a Riverina town in New South Wales Jerilderie Jerilderie is a small agricultural town in the southern Riverina of New South Wales, Australia, known for its rural heritage, associations with the Kelly story, and role as a local…

Jerome County, Idaho Jerome County in south-central Idaho is an agricultural county with the city of Jerome as its seat and largest community. It reported 22,374 residents in the 2010 census and lies w…

Jerome, Idaho Jerome is a small city and the county seat of Jerome County in south-central Idaho, known for its agricultural economy, location on the Snake River Plain and ties to the Magic Vall…

Jersey County, Illinois — overview, places, history, and features Jersey County, Illinois Jersey County is a rural county in western Illinois with Jerseyville as its seat. The article summarizes location, communities, history, population, economy and local points of int…

Jerseyville, Illinois Jerseyville is the county seat of Jersey County, Illinois, a small Midwestern city known for its historic downtown, agricultural surroundings and proximity to the St. Louis metropo…

Jerusalem: history, religious significance, and contemporary status Jerusalem Jerusalem is an ancient city sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. This article summarizes its geography, key sites, long history, and the complex political status that makes…

Jerusalem Biblical Zoo (Tisch Family Zoological Gardens) Jerusalem Biblical Zoo Public zoological gardens in Jerusalem focusing on species mentioned in Jewish scriptures, conservation, education and breeding programs; permanent Givat Massua location since 1993…

Jerusalem Cinematheque Public cinematheque and film archive in Jerusalem, founded in 1973 and home to the Israeli Film Archive; a center for screenings, preservation, festivals, and film education.

Jessamine County, Kentucky: overview, history, and communities Jessamine County, Kentucky Jessamine County, Kentucky — established 1798 with county seat Nicholasville. Part of the Lexington area, it blends small towns, Bluegrass farmland and institutions such as Asbury…

Jesup, Iowa Jesup is a small city in Black Hawk and Buchanan counties in northeastern Iowa. Founded as a railroad community, it serves local agriculture, schools, light industry and community…

Jethou Jethou is a small, privately leased island in the Bailiwick of Guernsey, south of Herm. About 44 acres in size, it is not open to the public. This article covers its geography, his…

Jewell County, Kansas — overview, communities, geography and history Jewell County, Kansas Rural county in north-central Kansas with county code JW; county seat Mankato. Low population, agricultural economy, prairie landscape, and small towns shaped by late 19th-century…

Jewell, California — unincorporated community in Marin County Jewell, California Jewell is an unincorporated community in Marin County, California, formerly called Jewells. It lies about 24 meters (≈79 ft) above sea level and is administered as part of the coun…

Jewell, Kansas Jewell is a small city in Jewell County, Kansas, United States. Known for its rural setting and small population (432 in 2010), it serves as a local center for surrounding farmland…

Jewish Cemetery of Besançon Historic communal Jewish burial ground in Besançon, France, established 1796 with a 1839 extension and a 1918 war memorial; reflects the city's Jewish community and local history.

Jhal Jhao — town in Awaran District, Balochistan, Pakistan Jhal Jhao Jhal Jhao is a small, remote town in Awaran District, Balochistan, Pakistan. Noted for its arid environment, mud-built houses and limited infrastructure, it has historically relied…

Jhal Magsi District Jhal Magsi District is an administrative district in central Balochistan, Pakistan, centered on Gandawah. It is predominantly rural and tribal, with an economy based on agriculture…

Jhelum (city in Punjab, Pakistan) Jhelum Riverside city in northern Punjab, Pakistan, known for its military tradition, proximity to the Salt Range, historic sites such as Rohtas Fort and the Khewra Salt Mine, and a long-…