Arrondissement of Sens Administrative arrondissement in northern Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, centred on the city of Sens; overview of its geography, history, administration and cultural importance.
Arrondissement of Thiers: overview, geography, history and local significance Arrondissement of Thiers Administrative arrondissement in Puy-de-Dôme, France, centered on the city of Thiers—known for cutlery—covering uplands near the Massif Central with cultural sites, rural economy a…
Arrondissement of Thonon-les-Bains Administrative arrondissement in Haute‑Savoie, Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes, centred on the spa town of Thonon‑les‑Bains; noted for its lakeshore, alpine foothills and cross‑border links w…
Arrondissement of Tours Administrative arrondissement in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, centered on the city of Tours; regional hub for administration, culture, and Loire Valley tourism.
Arrondissement of Troyes (Aube, Grand Est) Arrondissement of Troyes Administrative arrondissement in the Aube department of Grand Est, centered on the city of Troyes; overview of geography, history, administration, economy and cultural highlights.
Arrondissement of Tulle Administrative arrondissement in the Corrèze department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France; seat in Tulle. Overview of geography, history, administration, economy and tourism.
Arrondissement of Vendôme (Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire) Arrondissement of Vendôme Administrative arrondissement in northwestern Loir‑et‑Cher, Centre‑Val de Loire. Centered on the town of Vendôme, it groups communes for local administration, historical identity,…
Arrondissement of Vesoul Administrative arrondissement in the Haute-Saône department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, centred on the city of Vesoul and serving as the departmental prefecture and local administr…
Arrondissement of Vienne Administrative arrondissement in southeastern France, part of the Isère department in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, centered on the historic city of Vienne with Roman heritage and a mixed…
Arrondissement of Villefranche-de-Rouergue Administrative arrondissement in Aveyron, Occitanie, centred on the subprefecture town of Villefranche-de-Rouergue; rural landscape, historic bastide, local administration and cult…
Arrondissement of Villeneuve-sur-Lot Administrative arrondissement in Lot‑et‑Garonne, Nouvelle‑Aquitaine, centered on Villeneuve‑sur‑Lot; its geography, history, administration, economy and local attractions.
Arrondissement of Yssingeaux Administrative subdivision in the Haute-Loire department (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes), centered on the subprefecture town of Yssingeaux; covers rural highland territory and local adminis…
Arrondissements of the Aisne department Overview of the five arrondissements of Aisne (Hauts-de-France): their role, list of divisions and seats, historical development, and administrative significance within the French…
Arronnes — a commune in Allier, central France Arronnes Arronnes is a small commune in the Allier department of central France. This article summarizes its location, landscape, historical development, local governance, economy and cultu…
Arros-de-Nay: a commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France Arros-de-Nay Arros-de-Nay is a small commune in the Béarn area of Pyrénées-Atlantiques, southwestern France, known for its rural character, proximity to the Pyrenees foothills and links with th…
Arrosès — commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, southwestern France Arrosès Arrosès is a small rural commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, southwestern France. It illustrates local administration, regional culture and an agr…
Arroyo Grande, California: Central Coast city overview Arroyo Grande, California Arroyo Grande is a small city on California's Central Coast in San Luis Obispo County, known for its historic village, creek, mild climate, and blend of agriculture, tourism and sm…
Arsanjan County, Fars Province, Iran Arsanjan County Arsanjan County is an administrative subdivision of Fars Province in southern Iran, centered on the city of Arsanjan. Overview, divisions, geography, history, population and econom…
Arsonval (commune in Aube, France) Arsonval Arsonval is a small rural commune in the Aube département of north-central France. This article outlines its setting, character, local administration, economy and points of interes…
Artemisa Province Artemisa Province is an administrative region in western Cuba, formed in 2011 from the former La Habana Province. Its capital is Artemisa; the province combines coastal ports, agri…
Artemps: small commune in northern France Artemps Artemps is a small French commune in the Aisne department, historically part of Picardie and now within Hauts-de-France. It had about 360 inhabitants in 2012 and is a rural agricul…
Arthez-d'Asson Arthez-d'Asson is a small rural commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques of southwestern France, in the historic Béarn area. It features traditional stone architecture, pastoral landsca…
Artificial island (man-made island) Artificial island Artificial islands are human-built landmasses created by reclamation, piling or floating systems. This article summarizes types, construction methods, uses, history, and environmen…
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport Chile's largest airport, serving Santiago (Pudahuel) as the main international and domestic gateway. Hub for major Chilean carriers with modern passenger and cargo facilities and o…
Artzenheim — commune in Haut-Rhin, Alsace, France Artzenheim Artzenheim is a commune in the Haut-Rhin department of eastern France near Colmar. This article summarizes its location, geography, history, local life, and transport links.
Aruküla (Raasiku Parish, Harju County) Aruküla Aruküla is a small borough (alevik) in Raasiku Parish, Harju County, in northern Estonia. A local centre with residential, transport and community functions within commuting distan…
Arundel — historic market town in West Sussex, England Arundel Arundel is a small English town on the River Arun noted for Arundel Castle, Arundel Cathedral and its riverside setting about 10 miles east of Chichester.
Aruppukkottai Taluk, Virudhunagar District, Tamil Nadu Aruppukkottai taluk Aruppukkottai taluk in Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu: its headquarters Aruppukkottai, administrative and revenue functions, local governance, villages and townships, and common…
Arvika — town in Värmland, Sweden Arvika Arvika is a town in Värmland County, western Sweden, and the seat of Arvika Municipality. It is known for lakeside scenery, the Rackstad artists' colony, light industry, cultural e…
Arvillers, Somme (Hauts-de-France) — overview of the commune Arvillers Arvillers is a small rural commune in the Somme department of Hauts-de-France, northern France. In 2006 its population was 737. The article summarizes location, character, history…
Arvin, California Arvin is a small incorporated city in Kern County, California, in the southern San Joaquin Valley. It is an agricultural and energy community with a semi-arid climate and a history…
Ås, Krokom Municipality (Jämtland, Sweden) Ås Ås is a small Swedish locality in Krokom Municipality, Jämtland County. Its name derives from Old Norse for 'ridge'; it had 1,218 inhabitants in 2010 and lies within a rural inland…
Åsarna — village in Berg Municipality, Jämtland, Sweden Åsarna Åsarna is a small village in Berg Municipality, Jämtland County, Sweden, known for its strong cross-country skiing tradition and community life. Population was 268 in 2010.
Asbury, Iowa Asbury is a small city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. A suburban community northwest of Dubuque with residential neighborhoods, local commerce, parks and connections to th…
Ascension Island Remote volcanic island in the South Atlantic; a British Overseas Territory known for strategic air and communications facilities, unique ecology and its role in mid‑Atlantic naviga…
Ascension Parish, Louisiana — overview, history, and notable facts Ascension Parish, Louisiana Parish on the Mississippi River between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Seat Donaldsonville. Founded 1807; economy mixes agriculture, industry and river-related activities with strong…
Ascot, Berkshire — village, racecourse, and the Royal Ascot meeting Ascot, Berkshire Ascot is a large village in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, best known for Ascot Racecourse and the annual Royal Ascot meeting, with a distinct history, character, and…
Åsele — small town and municipal seat in Västerbotten, Sweden Åsele Åsele is a small urban area in northern Sweden, serving as the administrative centre of Åsele Municipality. It is set amid forests and lakes typical of Västerbotten and the Lapland…
Ash Flat, Arkansas A concise encyclopedia entry on Ash Flat, Arkansas: its setting, character, local history, economy, recreational attractions, and role in the surrounding rural region.
Ash Street, a hamlet in Babergh, Suffolk Ash Street Ash Street is a small rural hamlet in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, recorded in the Domesday Book as 'Asce' and named for ash trees; typically a cluster of dwellings am…
Ashburn, Chicago: Neighborhood Profile and History Ashburn, Chicago Ashburn is a largely residential community area on Chicago's southwest side. This article summarizes its geography, neighborhoods, transit, history of integration, civic life, inst…
Ashburn, Virginia — Community and Major Data Center Hub in Loudoun County Ashburn, Virginia Ashburn is a suburban community in Loudoun County near Washington, D.C., known for a dense concentration of data centers and internet infrastructure. Overview of geography, history…
Ashburton, Devon — historic market town on the edge of Dartmoor Ashburton Ashburton is a small historic market town in Teignbridge, Devon, England, near the A38 and the southern edge of Dartmoor. Known for its medieval core, listed buildings and local in…
Ashdon — village and civil parish in Uttlesford, Essex Ashdon Ashdon is a small rural village and civil parish in Uttlesford district, Essex, England, known for its agricultural landscape, parish community and long-established village charact…
Ashdown, Arkansas — county seat in Little River County Ashdown, Arkansas Ashdown is a small city in southwest Arkansas, serving as the county seat of Little River County. It has roots in timber and rail, local industry and outdoor recreation, and functi…
Ashen, Essex (village and civil parish) Ashen Ashen is a small rural village and civil parish in the Braintree district of Essex, England. It had a population of 315 at the 2001 census and forms part of local parish governance…
Asher, Oklahoma Asher is a small rural town in Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States, with a population that declined from 419 in 2000 to 393 in 2010; it serves as a local center for agricu…
Ashern, Manitoba Ashern Ashern is a small community in Manitoba, Canada, serving as a local service centre near Lake Manitoba. It had 639 residents in 2006 and supports agriculture, fishing and regional r…
