Municipalities

Lussery‑Villars, Gros-de-Vaud (Vaud, Switzerland) Lussery-Villars Lussery‑Villars is a small municipality in the Gros-de-Vaud district of the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, formed in 1999 by the merger of Lussery and Villars‑Lussery. Overview, hist…

Lüsslingen — former municipality in the canton of Solothurn, Switzerland Lüsslingen Lüsslingen was a small Swiss municipality in Bucheggberg, canton Solothurn. In 2013 it merged with Nennigkofen to form Lüsslingen-Nennigkofen. Historically rural, it is known for a…

Lüsslingen-Nennigkofen: municipality in Bucheggberg, Canton of Solothurn Lüsslingen-Nennigkofen Lüsslingen-Nennigkofen is a Swiss municipality in Bucheggberg, canton of Solothurn, formed in 2013 by merging Lüsslingen and Nennigkofen; it retains a rural character with local se…

Lussy-sur-Morges, Vaud Lussy-sur-Morges Lussy-sur-Morges is a small French-speaking municipality in the district of Morges, canton of Vaud, Switzerland, known for its rural character, proximity to the town of Morges and…

Lustenau — market town in Vorarlberg, Austria Lustenau Lustenau is a market town in Austria's Vorarlberg state, in the district of Dornbirn. Known for its Alemannic dialect, textile tradition and border location on the Rhine near Switz…

Luterbach (municipality in the canton of Solothurn, Switzerland) Luterbach Luterbach is a small German-speaking municipality in Wasseramt district, canton of Solothurn. It combines residential areas, local industry, and regional transport links within the…

Lüterkofen-Ichertswil Lüterkofen-Ichertswil is a rural municipality in the Bucheggberg district of the canton of Solothurn, Switzerland, formed in 1961 by the merger of the villages Lüterkofen and Icher…

Lüterswil-Gächliwil Lüterswil-Gächliwil is a small rural municipality in Bucheggberg district, canton of Solothurn, Switzerland, formed in 1994 by merging the villages of Lüterswil and Gächliwil.

Luther, Iowa Luther is a small incorporated city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It exemplifies rural Midwestern communities with local government, agricultural surroundings, and community organizat…

Luther, Oklahoma: small-town community in central Oklahoma Luther, Oklahoma Luther is a small town in central Oklahoma, United States. This article summarizes its setting, history, economy, schools and community life, and points to local and state resource…

Luthern Luthern is a rural municipality in the Willisau district of the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland, known for its valley landscape, traditional farming, and low-density settlements.

Lutherstadt Wittenberg Historic town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, renowned as the center of the 16th‑century Reformation and home to key Luther memorials, historic churches, and university buildings.

Lütisburg — municipality in Toggenburg, canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland Lütisburg Lütisburg is a municipality in the Toggenburg region of the canton of St. Gallen, northeastern Switzerland, characterized by rural landscapes, local community life and integration…

Luton: English town, transport hub and industrial centre Luton Luton is a large town in Bedfordshire, England, north of London. Known for hat-making and car manufacturing, it has a busy airport, strong transport links and a diverse, evolving e…

Lutry, Vaud — lakeside municipality in the Lavaux vineyards Lutry Lutry is a French-speaking municipality on Lake Geneva in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. It forms part of the Lavaux vineyard terraces and combines historic architecture with win…

Lütschental: Alpine municipality in the Bernese Oberland Lütschental Lütschental is a small Swiss municipality in the Interlaken-Oberhasli district, canton of Bern. It lies in an alpine valley, with traditional agriculture, mountain scenery and ties…

Luttenbach-près-Munster Luttenbach-près-Munster is a small commune in the Haut-Rhin department of Grand Est, northeastern France, known for its valley setting near Munster and ties to Alsatian culture and…

Lutter (Haut-Rhin) — commune in Grand Est, France Lutter, Haut-Rhin Lutter is a small commune in the Haut-Rhin department of eastern France. This article outlines its location, landscape, local administration, history, economy and visitor highlight…

Lutterbach — commune in Haut-Rhin, Grand Est, France Lutterbach Lutterbach is a commune in the Haut-Rhin department of eastern France near Mulhouse. It is known for regional rail links, Alsatian cultural influences, and its role in the local ur…

Lützelflüh — Municipality in the Emmental, Canton of Bern Lützelflüh Lützelflüh is a German-speaking rural municipality in the Emmental district of the Canton of Bern, Switzerland, known for its rolling hills, farming traditions, and connections to…

Lutzenberg — municipality in Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland Lutzenberg Lutzenberg is a small rural municipality in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, northeastern Switzerland. This article covers its geography, history, culture, economy, transport…

Luven: former municipality in Surselva, Graubünden (Switzerland) Luven Luven was a small municipality in the Surselva district of Graubünden, Switzerland. It is now part of Ilanz/Glion and is known for its Romansh heritage, alpine setting and rural ch…

Luverne, Alabama — county seat of Crenshaw County Luverne, Alabama Luverne is a small city in Crenshaw County, Alabama, United States. It serves as the county seat and functions as a local center for government, commerce, and community life.

Luxe-Sumberraute (commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France) Luxe-Sumberraute Rural commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département of southwestern France, within the French Basque area. Noted for its Basque cultural roots, agricultural landscape, and local…

Luxembourg City: capital, history and landmarks of the Grand Duchy Luxembourg City Luxembourg City is the capital of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Known for its fortified Old Quarter, multilingual culture and role as a financial and institutional centre, it sits…

Luxemburg, Iowa: a small Midwestern city Luxemburg, Iowa Luxemburg is a small city in the U.S. state of Iowa. This article summarizes its origins, rural character, community life, economy, and a few notable facts.

Luxor, Egypt — City of Ancient Thebes and Major Archaeological Sites Luxor Luxor is a city on the Nile in Upper Egypt, built on the site of ancient Thebes and renowned for its concentration of temples, tombs and archaeological monuments that draw worldwid…

Luyères — commune in the Aube department, Grand Est, France Luyères Luyères is a small rural commune in the Aube department of the Grand Est region in north-central France. This article summarizes its geography, administration, history, economy, an…

Luzein — municipality in the Prättigau/Davos region of Graubünden, Switzerland Luzein Luzein is a rural municipality in the Prättigau/Davos district of Graubünden, Switzerland. It absorbed St. Antönien in 2016 and is known for mountain scenery, alpine pastures and y…

Luzerne, Iowa Luzerne is a small incorporated community in Iowa, United States. A rural Midwestern village with agricultural surroundings, local institutions, and roots in 19th-century settlemen…

Lviv — city in western Ukraine Lviv Historic city in western Ukraine, administrative center of Lviv Oblast; noted for its medieval core, diverse cultural heritage shaped by Polish, Austrian and Ukrainian influences,…

Ly-Fontaine (commune in Aisne, northern France) Ly-Fontaine Ly-Fontaine is a small commune in the Aisne department of northern France. This article summarizes its location, administrative status, landscape, historical context and local feat…

Lyas — commune in Ardèche, southern France Lyas Lyas is a small rural commune in the Ardèche département of southern France, known for its village character, agricultural landscape and proximity to natural areas of the Ardèche r…

Lycksele, Sweden Lycksele Lycksele is a small town in northern Sweden, the administrative centre of Lycksele Municipality in Västerbotten County. It serves as a local hub for culture, education, outdoor rec…

Lycksele Municipality — overview, geography, history and local life Lycksele Municipality Lycksele Municipality in Västerbotten County, northern Sweden. Overview of geography, history, economy, culture, transport and attractions including nature, Sami heritage and local…

Lymington, Hampshire Lymington Coastal port town on the Lymington River in Hampshire, England, known for sailing, historic salt-making, proximity to the New Forest and ferry access to the Isle of Wight.

Lynbrook, New York Lynbrook is a village in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County on Long Island. A primarily residential commuter community, it had 19,427 residents at the 2010 census and maintains l…

Lynch, Kentucky A small Appalachian coal town in Harlan County, Kentucky, established as an early 20th‑century company town. Its history, built environment, and economy reflect the rise and declin…

Lynchburg, Virginia — the City of Seven Hills Lynchburg, Virginia Lynchburg is an independent city in Virginia on the James River near the Blue Ridge foothills. Known for historic districts, colleges, and Civil War history, it blends education, h…

Lyndhurst, Hampshire — village and centre of the New Forest Lyndhurst, Hampshire Lyndhurst is a village and civil parish in the New Forest, Hampshire, England. Often called the 'capital' of the New Forest, it is a local centre for visitors, commoning and servic…

Lyndhurst, Ohio Lyndhurst is a suburban city in Cuyahoga County near Cleveland. This article summarizes its location, character, history, government, economy, parks, schools, and notable features.

Lyndon, Kansas: county seat of Osage County Lyndon, Kansas Lyndon is a small city in Osage County, Kansas, serving as the county seat. This article summarizes its location, history, community features, economy, and civic institutions.

Lyndon, Kentucky Lyndon is a small home rule-class city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States, functioning as a suburban residential and commercial community within the Louisville metropolit…

Lynn Haven, Florida — a coastal Panhandle city Lynn Haven, Florida Lynn Haven is a small city in Bay County, Florida, near Panama City. It serves as a residential and community center on the Gulf Coast plain and is known for parks, waterways and p…

Lynn, Massachusetts Coastal city in northeastern Massachusetts, largest in Essex County; known for early shoe manufacturing, coastal parks and Lynn Woods, with diverse neighborhoods and close ties to…

Lynnview, Kentucky Lynnview is a small home rule-class city in Jefferson County, Kentucky, part of the Louisville metropolitan area. It is primarily residential and governed under Kentucky municipal…

Lynnville, Iowa Lynnville is a small city in Jasper County, Iowa, characterized by a rural setting, local schools, agricultural economy, and community institutions serving nearby townships.

Lynwood, California Lynwood is a working-class city in southern Los Angeles County, California, known for its diverse community, residential neighborhoods, local schools, and proximity to regional tra…