Preston, Lancashire
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Preston is a city situated on the River Ribble in Lancashire, North West England, serving as the county's administrative center. Granted city status in 2002, it boasts a history dating back to Roman times and an etymology linked to an Old English priest's settlement. The town experienced significant growth during the Industrial Revolution as a textile and engineering hub.
Statistics
Area
142.22 km²
Population
147,835