Municipalities

Cantois — former commune in Gironde, southwestern France Cantois Cantois was a small commune in the Gironde department, formerly in the Aquitaine region of southwest France. On 1 January 2019 it was merged into the new commune Porte-de-Benauge.

Canton (administrative division) Canton (country subdivision) A canton is a territorial subdivision used by several countries. Its size, powers and place in the administrative hierarchy vary widely; Swiss cantons are notable for their high au…

Canton Township, Michigan Charter township in Wayne County, Michigan; a Detroit suburb known for its residential neighborhoods, parks, and growing commercial base. Population ~98,659 (2020); median househol…

Canton, Georgia Canton is the county seat of Cherokee County in the north metro Atlanta area of Georgia, United States, known for its historic downtown, suburban growth, transportation links and l…

Canton, Illinois Canton is a city in Fulton County, Illinois, United States. This article provides an overview of its location, development, economy, community life, and notable features.

Canton, Massachusetts Canton is a residential and commercial town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, part of Greater Boston about 15 miles southwest of downtown Boston. It had 21,561 residents at the 201…

Canton, Ohio Canton, Ohio, is the county seat of Stark County in northeastern Ohio. Noted for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and its association with President William McKinley, Canton has an in…

Canton, Oklahoma Canton is a small town in Blaine County, Oklahoma, known as a local center for county government, agriculture, and nearby outdoor recreation around a Corps-managed reservoir.

Canton, Pennsylvania A concise overview of Canton, a small borough in Bradford County, Pennsylvania covering location, character, history, community life, and local institutions.

Canton, South Dakota Canton is a small city and the county seat of Lincoln County in eastern South Dakota. It had 3,057 residents at the 2010 census and was incorporated as a city in 1881.

Canton, Texas: County Seat and Home of First Monday Trade Days Canton, Texas Canton is a small city in northeast Texas, the county seat of Van Zandt County, known for its historic downtown and the large First Monday Trade Days flea market that draws regiona…

Cantons of Bolivia Cantons are the smallest official territorial subdivisions of Bolivia. There are 1,374 cantons, subordinate to municipalities and used primarily for local organization, census, and…

Cantons of Costa Rica Administrative subdivisions of Costa Rica: 81 cantons form the country's primary level of local government, organized within seven provinces and further divided into districts.

Cantons of Luxembourg: administrative divisions, history, and role Cantons of Luxembourg An overview of Luxembourg's twelve cantons: their purpose, organization into communes, historical origin (1843), list of cantons, and their administrative significance.

Canute, Oklahoma Canute is a small town in western Oklahoma known for its rural character, ties to historic U.S. Route 66 and Interstate 40, and an economy shaped by farming and services for travel…

Canyon City, Oregon — county seat and historic canyon town Canyon City, Oregon Canyon City is a small city in Grant County, Oregon, serving as the county seat. Known for its canyon setting, historic downtown, and gateway role to outdoor recreation and nearby…

Caorle, Veneto: coastal town, history and attractions Caorle Caorle is a small coastal town in Veneto, Italy, known for its colourful historic centre, sandy beaches, fishing port and several notable churches that attract both tourists and pi…

Cap-d'Ail — coastal commune on the French Riviera Cap-d'Ail Cap-d'Ail is a coastal commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department on the French Riviera, next to Monaco. Known for its steep coastline, residential villas, and seaside tourism, it c…

Cap-Haïtien (Le Cap) — northern Haitian port city and historical center Cap-Haïtien Coastal city in northern Haiti known as Le Cap; regional capital, former colonial center, gateway to UNESCO sites, and an economic and cultural hub on the Atlantic coast.

Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional municipality on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, formed by amalgamation; known for coal and steel history, coastal communities, cultural heritage, and economic transition…

Cape Canaveral, Florida: city and coastal center for space launches and maritime activity Cape Canaveral, Florida Cape Canaveral is a small coastal city in Florida near major U.S. launch facilities and Port Canaveral, known for its role in missile tests, spaceflight history, tourism and mariti…

Cape Coral, Florida — city overview, canals, history and economy Cape Coral, Florida Coastal city in Lee County, Florida, noted for an extensive residential canal system, planned development in the late 1950s and a local economy centered on boating, tourism and res…

Cape Girardeau, Missouri: River City and regional center Cape Girardeau, Missouri Cape Girardeau is a city in eastern Missouri on the Mississippi River, known for its riverfront, regional university, historic downtown and role as a commercial and cultural hub fo…

Cape May, New Jersey — historic seaside city and resort Cape May, New Jersey Cape May is a small coastal city at the southern tip of New Jersey's peninsula, known for Victorian architecture, beaches, bird migrations, and a long history as a seaside resort.

Cape Town: South Africa’s coastal city centered on Table Mountain Cape Town Cape Town is South Africa’s legislative capital and major port city at the Cape of Good Hope, known for Table Mountain, a Mediterranean climate, rich biodiversity and a diverse cul…

Capelle aan den IJssel: Dutch riverside town and Rotterdam suburb Capelle aan den IJssel Capelle aan den IJssel is a municipality in South Holland on the Hollandse IJssel, a residential and retail suburb east of Rotterdam with around 65,000 inhabitants.

Capelle-Fermont — commune in Pas-de-Calais, northern France Capelle-Fermont Capelle-Fermont is a small French commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in northern France, formerly part of Nord-Pas-de-Calais. This article covers its setting, administration,…

Capendu (Aude) — commune in Occitanie, southern France Capendu Capendu is a small commune in the Aude department of Occitanie, southern France. It recorded 1,468 inhabitants in 2017 and exemplifies rural life, viticulture, and local heritage i…

Capian (Gironde) — a rural commune in southwestern France Capian Capian is a commune in the Gironde department of Nouvelle‑Aquitaine in southwestern France, situated in a rural, wine‑producing landscape with local heritage, agriculture and small…

Capital city: definition, functions, history and notable examples Capital city An overview of capital cities: legal definition, common roles, how capitals are chosen, special cases and notable examples including disputed or distributed seats of government.

Caplong (commune in Gironde, France) Caplong Caplong is a small commune in the Gironde department of southwestern France, historically part of Aquitaine. This article outlines its setting, administration, local life, history…

Capriasca (Ticino municipality, Switzerland) Capriasca Capriasca is an Italian‑speaking municipality in the district of Lugano, canton Ticino, Switzerland, formed from several villages. It combines rural landscapes, historical villages…

Captieux — commune in Gironde, Nouvelle‑Aquitaine, France Captieux Captieux is a rural commune in the Gironde department of southwestern France, set within the Landes de Gascogne landscape. It is known for pine forests, agriculture and outdoor rec…

Carabbia — former municipality in Ticino, Switzerland Carabbia Carabbia, a small Italian-speaking locality in the Lugano district of Ticino, Switzerland, was formerly an independent municipality and later became part of the city of Lugano.

Carabietta — former municipality in Ticino, Switzerland Carabietta Carabietta was a small former municipality in the Lugano district of the canton of Ticino, Switzerland, incorporated into Collina d'Oro on 1 April 2012.

Caraula (commune), Dolj County, Romania Caraula Caraula is a rural commune in Dolj County, part of the historical Oltenia region of Romania. It is administered under Romania's local government system and characterized by agricul…

Carbon Hill, Alabama Carbon Hill is a small city in Walker County, Alabama, established in 1891 with a history tied to coal mining. Its population has declined slightly since 2000 and it retains a rura…

Carbon, Iowa Carbon is a small incorporated city in Adams County, southwestern Iowa. The article outlines its rural setting, development, and role as a local community in the Midwestern United…

Carbonia, Sardinia Carbonia is a 20th‑century planned town in southwestern Sardinia, founded for coal mining. It is a regional center for industry, culture and mining heritage in the Sulcis district…

Carcagny — commune in Calvados, Normandy, France Carcagny Carcagny is a small rural commune in the Calvados department of northwest France, formerly part of Basse-Normandie. It exemplifies Normandy's agricultural landscape, local governan…

Carcans — commune on the Atlantic coast of Gironde, France Carcans Carcans is a coastal commune in Gironde, southwestern France, known for its long Atlantic beaches, the Étang de Carcans-Hourtin lake and pine-forest landscape that support tourism…

Carcassonne: the fortified city of southern France Carcassonne Carcassonne is a medieval fortified town in southern France, known for its double ramparts, Château Comtal and 19th‑century restoration by Viollet‑le‑Duc; it is a UNESCO World Heri…

Cârcea, commune in Dolj County, Romania Cârcea Cârcea is a rural commune in Dolj County, Romania. It combines agricultural tradition with proximity to larger urban centers, and had about 3,400 inhabitants at the 2011 census.

Cardan (Gironde) — commune in southwestern France Cardan, Gironde Cardan is a small rural commune in the Gironde department of southwestern France, within the historical Aquitaine area. This article summarizes its location, character, administrat…

Cardedu (Sardinia) Cardedu Cardedu is a small coastal town and comune in the Province of Nuoro, Sardinia, Italy. It covers 33.39 km², sits about 19 m above sea level, and had about 1,909 residents in 2016.

Cardesse, Pyrénées-Atlantiques Cardesse Cardesse is a small rural commune in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of southwestern France, noted for its agricultural landscape, local administration, and proximity to the Py…

Cardiff — capital and largest city of Wales Cardiff Cardiff (Welsh: Caerdydd) is Wales's capital and largest city, known for Cardiff Bay, Cardiff Castle, national cultural institutions, major sporting venues and its role in governme…

Cardiff, Alabama: overview, history, and local character Cardiff, Alabama Cardiff, Alabama is a small community in the United States. This article summarizes its origins, typical characteristics, historical context, and what distinguishes it from other p…