rural area
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A rural area is any geographic location situated outside of towns and cities, typically characterized by lower population density and more open land. These areas matter because they often contain agricultural land, natural resources, and communities that depend on different economic activities than urban centers.
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Barossa Valley in South Australia, noted for its vineyards Rice terraces in Kami, Hyōgo Prefecture in Japan A rural landscape in Lappeenranta, South Karelia in Finland
In general, a rural area or a countryside is a geographic area that is located outside towns and cities. Typical rural areas have a low population density and small settlements. Agricultural areas and areas with forestry are typically described as rural, as well as other areas lacking substantial development. Different countries have varying definitions of rural for statistical and administrative purposes.