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Cattenom Nuclear Power Plant Cattenom power plant A large French nuclear power station in Grand Est, Cattenom comprises four 1,300 MW pressurized water reactors and plays a major role in national electricity generation.

Catterick, North Yorkshire: village and parish overview Catterick Catterick is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, known for Roman origins, proximity to the military garrison and its location on the River Swale near the A1 cor…

Catterlen: village and civil parish in Eden, Cumbria Catterlen Catterlen is a small rural village and civil parish in the Eden district of Cumbria, England. It had a population of 471 in 2001 and features parish governance, local farmland and…

Caulaincourt, a commune in Aisne (northern France) Caulaincourt Caulaincourt is a small rural commune in the Aisne department of northern France, historically part of Picardy. This article summarizes its location, administrative role, name orig…

Caulfield railway station Major Melbourne suburban railway station in the suburb of Caulfield; a staffed junction serving the Pakenham, Cranbourne and Frankston lines and connecting to nearby institutions a…

Caulfield, Victoria (suburb of Melbourne) Caulfield, Victoria Caulfield is an inner-southeastern suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, in the City of Glen Eira. Known for Caulfield Racecourse and Monash University's Caulfield campus; bounded by Kooy…

Cauquenes Province (Maule Region, Chile) Cauquenes Province Cauquenes Province is a coastal and agricultural province in Chile's Maule Region. Its capital is the city of Cauquenes; the province includes coastal communes, valleys, and a pred…

Cautín Province (Araucanía Region, Chile) Cautín Province Cautín Province is a large, diverse province in Chile's Araucanía Region. Its capital is Temuco; the area includes Andean lakes, forests, Mapuche cultural centers, agriculture, for…

Caux, Switzerland — mountain village above Montreux Caux, Switzerland Caux is a small mountain village above Montreux in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, noted for Belle Époque architecture, wide views of Lake Geneva, and a historic international con…

Cavalier County, North Dakota Cavalier County is a rural county in northeastern North Dakota, with Langdon as the county seat. The area is characterized by agriculture, prairie landscapes, wetlands and small co…

Cavendish, Suffolk: village and civil parish Cavendish, Suffolk Cavendish is a small village and civil parish in Suffolk, England. It has a long rural history, local landmarks and community institutions, and had 922 residents at the 2001 census…

Cayo District (Belize) Cayo District Cayo District is a large, inland district in western Belize known for diverse landscapes, Maya archaeological sites, caves and eco-tourism. Major towns include San Ignacio and the…

Cayuga County, New York Cayuga County lies in New York's Finger Lakes region. Auburn is the county seat. The county combines shoreline, small cities and towns, agriculture, manufacturing and sites of hist…

Cebu — island province and regional center in the Philippines Cebu Cebu is an island province in the central Philippines anchored by Cebu City. Known for its history, festivals, ports, beaches and growing economy, it is a major cultural and commer…

Cecilia, Kentucky Cecilia is an unincorporated rural community in Hardin County, Kentucky, United States, within the Elizabethtown–Fort Knox area; it is administered by the county and shaped by agri…

Cedar Park, Texas — suburb north of Austin Cedar Park, Texas Cedar Park is a suburban city northwest of Austin, Texas. It has grown rapidly since the late 20th century and is known for parks, schools, a regional arena, and a mix of residenti…

Cedar Point: Ohio amusement park and roller coaster destination Cedar Point Cedar Point, an amusement park on a Lake Erie peninsula in Sandusky, Ohio, opened in 1870. Known for its many roller coasters, resorts and seasonal events, it is a long-running U.S…

Celles-sur-Ource — commune in the Aube department of France Celles-sur-Ource Celles-sur-Ource is a small rural commune in Aube, Grand Est, set on the Ource river valley; known for scenic landscapes, agriculture and proximity to the Champagne (Côte des Bar)…

Cellular Jail (Kala Pani) — Colonial prison in the Andaman Islands Cellular Jail Cellular Jail, commonly called Kala Pani, was a British colonial prison in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands where many Indian political prisoners were exiled; it is now preserved as…

Celtic Park Celtic Park is the home stadium of Celtic Football Club in Parkhead, Glasgow. One of Scotland’s largest grounds, noted for its capacity, atmosphere, long history, and community rol…

Cemetery: Purpose, Types, Design, and Cultural Practices Cemetery A cemetery is a designated place for burying the dead and commemorating lives. This article explains layout, types, history, rituals, modern trends and differences across cultures.

Census-designated place (CDP): U.S. Census statistical areas Census-designated place A census-designated place (CDP) is a concentration of population identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical reporting; it lacks municipal government but resembles incorpo…

Centennial, Colorado Suburban city in Arapahoe County, part of the Denver metropolitan area. Incorporated in 2001, it blends residential neighborhoods, business centers, parks and regional transportati…

Centennial, Wyoming A small census-designated community in Albany County, Wyoming, serving as a mountain gateway to the Snowy Range with a recreation-oriented local economy; population 270 at the 2010…

Center Hill, Florida: overview, history, and community profile Center Hill, Florida Center Hill is a small incorporated city in Sumter County, central Florida. This article summarizes its location, historical background, community character, economy, and local fea…

Center Junction, Iowa — small rural community in Jones County Center Junction, Iowa Center Junction is a small rural community in Jones County, Iowa, in the United States. It is recognized as a census-designated place and reflects trends common to many Midwestern…

Center Point, Alabama — suburb of Birmingham in Jefferson County Center Point, Alabama Center Point is a city in Jefferson County, Alabama, part of the Birmingham metropolitan area. This article covers its location, development, services, transportation, and local ch…

Center Point, Iowa — small city in Linn County and Cedar Rapids area Center Point, Iowa Center Point is a small city in Linn County, Iowa, near Cedar Rapids. It serves as a residential and local-service community with schools, parks, and a history tied to 19th-century…

Centerton, Arkansas Centerton is a suburban city in Benton County, Northwest Arkansas, known for rapid residential growth and its role as a commuter community within the Fayetteville–Springdale–Rogers…

Centrahoma, Oklahoma — overview of a small municipal community Centrahoma, Oklahoma Centrahoma is a small municipal community in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. This article describes its setting, history, local economy and community life, and notable characteristics.

Central Andros — district profile Central Andros Overview of Central Andros, a Bahamian district on Andros Island: geography, blue holes, ecosystems, economy, administration and conservation notes.

Central business district A central business district (CBD) is a city's principal commercial zone, often its financial and professional core, shaped by transport, land value, zoning and history and varying…

Central Delhi Central Delhi is an administrative district of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, India, containing Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad), major monuments and a dense commercial core.

Central High, Oklahoma Central High is a small incorporated town in Oklahoma, United States. This article summarizes its status, common features of similar towns, history patterns, governance, economy, a…

Central London: administration, history, landmarks and significance Central London Overview of Central London, its inner boroughs, administrative history, key characteristics, transport and major landmarks, and the distinct status of the City of London.

Central Los Angeles Central Los Angeles is a densely built, culturally diverse part of the City of Los Angeles in Los Angeles County. It comprises 23 neighborhoods across roughly 57.87 sq mi and inclu…

Central Mount Stuart: geography, history and significance Central Mount Stuart Central Mount Stuart is a reddish sandstone hill in the south Northern Territory, Australia, known for John McDouall Stuart's 1860 expedition, a historic cairn and its role in map‑…

Central Park (New York City public park) Central Park Central Park is an 843-acre public park in Manhattan, New York City, designed by Olmsted and Vaux. It receives about 35 million visitors a year and contains lakes, Belvedere Castle…

Central Plaza Central Plaza — a principal public square or named urban place at a city's heart. Covers definition, design elements, historical origins, civic uses, and variations from traditiona…

Central Point, Oregon Central Point is a city in Jackson County in the Rogue Valley near Medford. It combines agricultural roots with suburban growth and is part of the Medford metropolitan area.

Central Region, Singapore Central Region of Singapore: the densely developed core containing the Central Business District, civic and cultural institutions, shopping and waterfront precincts, major transpor…

Central station (MTR) — Hong Kong Island interchange hub Central Station (MTR) Major MTR interchange under Central, Hong Kong Island. Southern terminus of the Tsuen Wan Line; connects to the Island Line and to Hong Kong Station for the Tung Chung Line and Air…

Central Sulawesi (Sulawesi Tengah) — geography, history and economy Central Sulawesi Central Sulawesi, a province in the central part of Sulawesi island of Indonesia with capital Palu; overview of geography, people, history, economy and notable features including L…

Central Village Historic District, Plainfield, Connecticut Central Village, Connecticut Historic mill village in Plainfield, Connecticut, notable for 19th-century industrial, residential, and civic buildings; listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991.

Central, Alaska Central is a small interior Alaskan community in Yukon–Koyukuk Census Area, known for gold-mining roots, a subarctic setting, subsistence lifestyles and as a Yukon Quest sled dog r…

Centralia, Illinois Centralia, Illinois is a small city in southern Illinois that began as a 19th-century railroad hub. It has industrial and agricultural roots, a notable mining disaster in 1947, and…

Centre (center): meanings, types, and uses Centre “Centre” (British) or “center” (American) denotes the middle of something and, by extension, buildings, institutions, positions, and conceptual focal points across disciplines and…

Centre Georges-Vézina (Colisée de Chicoutimi): arena in Chicoutimi, Quebec Centre Georges-Vézina Multi-purpose arena in Chicoutimi, Quebec, opened 1949; home of the Chicoutimi Saguenéens junior hockey club, named for goaltender Georges Vézina. Olympic-size ice and seating for…