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Viganello (quarter of Lugano, Switzerland) Viganello Viganello is a residential and historic quarter of Lugano in the Italian-speaking canton of Ticino. Formerly an independent municipality, it was incorporated into Lugano in 2004.

Vigo County, Indiana — overview and notable facts Vigo County, Indiana Vigo County is a county on Indiana's western border with seat at Terre Haute. Established in 1818 and named for Francis Vigo, it includes major educational institutions, regional t…

Viiri — village in Hiiu County, Estonia Viiri Viiri is a small rural village on Hiiumaa in northwestern Estonia. This article summarizes its location, landscape, local life, history, and links to wider administrative regions.

Vik — locality in Simrishamn Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden Vik Vik is a small Swedish locality in Simrishamn Municipality, Skåne County. It had 319 inhabitants in 2010 and forms part of the rural landscape and local administration of southern…

Viļaka — town in Latgale, northeastern Latvia Viļaka Viļaka is a small town in the Latgale region of northeastern Latvia. Granted town rights in 1945, it is known for its natural surroundings, regional culture, and proximity to the R…

Vilas County, Wisconsin Rural county in northern Wisconsin noted for extensive lakes and forests, outdoor recreation, and the county seat Eagle River. Established in the late 19th century, its economy cen…

Vilcabamba, Peru: Last Inca Stronghold and Archaeological Site Vilcabamba, Peru Vilcabamba was the Neo-Inca capital founded by Manco Inca in 1539 and remained a refuge of Inca resistance until its fall in 1572. It is an important archaeological and historical…

Villars Villars: a French-language place-name and surname used for towns, Swiss resorts, a historic French marshal, and a Swiss chocolate brand; originally from Latin villa, denotes settle…

Villenave-de-Rions — commune in Gironde, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France Villenave-de-Rions Villenave-de-Rions is a small rural commune in the Gironde department of southwestern France, historically part of Aquitaine and now within Nouvelle-Aquitaine. It exemplifies local…

Villeret: places, name origin, and cultural significance Villeret Villeret is a place name used chiefly in Switzerland and France. This article explains its meanings, origins, local features, historical notes and notable associations such as regi…

Villers-en-Ouche Former commune in the Orne department of Normandy, northwestern France; merged into La Ferté-en-Ouche in 2016. A rural locality linked to the historic Pays d'Ouche and Norman herit…

Vilnius Old Town (Vilniaus senamiestis) Vilnius Old Town Historic core of Vilnius, Lithuania — a large, well-preserved medieval centre with diverse architecture, key squares, museums and churches. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site i…

Vilonia, Arkansas: overview, history, and community profile Vilonia, Arkansas Vilonia is a small city in Faulkner County, Arkansas. This article summarizes its location, history, economy, schools, community life, and notable events including recovery after a…

Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu, India Viluppuram district Viluppuram district is an administrative district in Tamil Nadu, India, created from South Arcot in 1993. Its headquarters is Viluppuram town. The district is noted for agriculture…

Vinalhaven, Maine Island town in Knox County, Maine, known for granite quarries, lobstering, arts and seasonal tourism. Population about 1,235; coordinates 44.04806°N, 68.83167°W.

Vindolanda: Roman Fort and Archaeological Site south of Hadrian's Wall Vindolanda Vindolanda is a Roman fort and settlement near Hadrian's Wall in northern England, famed for exceptionally preserved wooden writing tablets and organic finds that illuminate fronti…

Vineyard: Cultivation and Uses of Grapevines Vineyard An encyclopedia overview of vineyards: their structure, history, viticulture practices, uses for wine and other products, and notable distinctions such as terroir and appellations.

Viola, Arkansas: A concise guide to the small town in Fulton County Viola, Arkansas Viola is a small rural town in Fulton County, Arkansas, USA. This article covers its location, landscape, community life, history, local economy, and distinguishing features for ge…

Vion (Ardèche): a rural commune in southern France Vion, Ardèche Vion is a small commune in the Ardèche department of Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes, southern France, characterized by rural landscapes, local governance, and ties to regional culture and ou…

Virgilina, Virginia — a small border town Virgilina, Virginia Virgilina, Virginia is a small incorporated town near the Virginia–North Carolina state line. Its history, rural character, and ties to agriculture and transportation define its lo…

Virginia — Commonwealth of Virginia Virginia Virginia, officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a U.S. state on the Mid-Atlantic coast. Capital: Richmond; largest city: Virginia Beach. Noted for colonial history, diverse g…

Virginia Beach, Virginia Coastal city in southeastern Virginia known for beaches, tourism, military installations, and a long shoreline where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean.

Virginia Water — affluent Surrey village and lakeside community Virginia Water Virginia Water is an affluent village in the Borough of Runnymede, Surrey, known for its lake, proximity to Windsor Great Park and Wentworth golf estate, and high property values w…

Vis-en-Artois, a commune in Pas-de-Calais, northern France Vis-en-Artois Vis-en-Artois is a small French commune in the Pas-de-Calais department. This article outlines its location, landscape, historical context, civic life and points of interest for vi…

Visakhapatnam (Vizag) — Port city and metropolitan center in Andhra Pradesh Visakhapatnam Visakhapatnam, known as Vizag or Waltair, is a major port and metropolitan city on India’s east coast in the state of Andhra Pradesh, noted for its industry, naval base, beaches an…

Visby, Gotland: medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage site Visby Historic coastal town on Sweden's island of Gotland, known for its well-preserved medieval walls, churches, cultural festivals and political gatherings. A UNESCO World Heritage Sit…

Visingsö: island in Lake Vättern with historic sites and rural landscape Visingsö Visingsö is the largest island in Sweden's Lake Vättern. Known for its rural scenery, medieval remains and year‑round ferry links, it is part of Jönköping Municipality and a region…

Visitor center: purpose, services, history, and types Visitor center Comprehensive overview of visitor centers: roles, typical services and layouts, history, types, design and staffing, visitor management, accessibility and modern digital trends.

Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina: historic town and cultural center Visoko Visoko is a historic town in central Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Bosna and Fojnica rivers, known for its medieval significance, Ottoman-era heritage, and nearby archaeological de…

Vissoie — village in Valais, Switzerland Vissoie Vissoie is a French-speaking village in the district of Sierre in Valais, Switzerland. Founded as a municipality in 1905, it merged in 2009 into the new municipality of Anniviers.

Vitebsk: History, Culture, and Urban Profile Vitebsk Vitebsk (Viciebsk), a major city in Belarus near the Russian border, is the capital of Vitebsk Region, known for its cultural heritage, festivals, art legacy, universities and comp…

Vittsjö — locality in Hässleholm Municipality, Skåne, Sweden Vittsjö Vittsjö is a small Swedish locality in Hässleholm Municipality, Skåne County. It has a rural character, local services and community life; population was 1,665 in 2010.

Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh Vizianagaram district Vizianagaram district is a district of Andhra Pradesh in eastern India, known for its historic princely family, cultural traditions, agricultural economy and the city of Vizianagar…

Vladivostok — Pacific port city and regional capital of Russia's Far East Vladivostok Vladivostok is a major Pacific port and administrative center in Russia's Far East, founded in 1860. It is the terminus of the Trans‑Siberian Railway, a naval base and a regional c…

Vlorë — Albanian coastal city, historic port and regional center Vlorë Vlorë is a coastal city in southwestern Albania, a historic port and regional hub known for its bay, ancient origins, role in Albanian independence, and seaside tourism.

Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) Vnukovo International Airport Major international airport 28 km southwest of central Moscow. Vnukovo is Moscow's oldest operating airport, a dual‑runway international hub handling domestic, regional and interna…

Voëns-Maley (Saint-Blaise, Neuchâtel) Voëns-Maley Voëns-Maley is a locality in the municipality of Saint-Blaise in the canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. It comprises the villages Voëns and Maley and includes a notable golf course;…

Vojvodina — autonomous province in northern Serbia Vojvodina Vojvodina is an autonomous province in northern Serbia, centred on Novi Sad. It is known for its fertile plains, multiethnic population, six official languages, and a distinct admi…

Völkermarkt District (Carinthia, Austria) Völkermarkt District Administrative district in the Austrian state of Carinthia centered on the town of Völkermarkt, known for its Drava valley setting, bilingual Carinthian culture, mixed economy and…

Volos — Port City of Thessaly, Greece Volos Volos is a coastal city in central Greece at the foot of Mount Pelion. It combines an important commercial port, industrial activity, university life and links to ancient sites and…

Voulpaix Voulpaix is a small commune in the Aisne department of northern France, historically part of Picardy. This article summarizes its location, administration, history, economy, and no…

Vregny: commune in Aisne, historic Picardie region of northern France Vregny Vregny is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of the historic Picardie area (now part of Hauts-de-France). Overview of geography, history, administration, economy and loc…

Vuorenkylä — village in Hartola, Päijänne Tavastia, Finland Vuorenkylä Vuorenkylä is a small village in Hartola, Päijänne Tavastia, Finland, noted for its rural landscape and the nearby Purnuvuori hill, a local spot for skiing and outdoor recreation.

Wabash County, Illinois Wabash County, in southeastern Illinois, is a small rural county centered on the city of Mount Carmel. It is known for riverfront landscapes, agriculture, and local history tied to…

Wabaunsee County, Kansas Wabaunsee County is a rural county in east-central Kansas with Alma as its county seat. Created in 1859 and named for a Potawatomi chief, it had 7,053 residents at the 2010 census.

Wabbaseka, Arkansas Wabbaseka is a small rural town in the U.S. state of Arkansas. This article summarizes its setting, community features, origins, local economy, and notable points of interest.

Waben — commune in Pas-de-Calais, northern France Waben Waben is a small rural commune in the Pas-de-Calais department of northern France. This article covers its location, administration, history, economy, landmarks and practical refer…

Wabern bei Bern Wabern bei Bern is a village and suburb in the municipality of Köniz in the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It is a transport and recreation gateway south of Bern, known for the Gurte…