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Coordinates: 58°13′13″N 6°22′59″W / 58.220163°N 6.38301°W / 58.220163; -6.38301
Lewis (Scottish Gaelic: Leòdhas, pronounced [ʎɔː.əs̪], also Isle of Lewis) is the northern part of Lewis and Harris, the largest island of the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides (an archipelago) of Scotland. The total area of Lewis is 683 square miles (1,770 km2).
Lewis is, in general, the lower lying part of Lewis and Harris, with the other part, Harris, being more mountainous. The flatter, more fertile land means Lewis contains the largest settlement, Stornoway, and three-quarters of the population of the Western Isles. Beyond human habitation, the island's diverse habitats are home to an assortment of flora and fauna, such as the golden eagle, red deer and seals and are recognised in a number of conservation areas.
Lewis is of Presbyterian tradition with a rich history, having once been part of the Norse Kingdom of Mann and the Isles. Today, life is very different from elsewhere in Scotland with Sabbath observance, the Gaelic language and peat cutting retaining more importance than elsewhere. Lewis has a rich cultural heritage as can be seen from its myths and legends as well as the local literary and musical traditions.
Jazsmin Lewis (born March 22, 1976) is an American actress. She is perhaps best known for her starring role as Traci Townsend in the 2005 film Traci Townsend.
Jazsmin Lewis was born in the city of Cleveland, Ohio to a Caucasian mother and a father of African American and East Indian heritage. She is also known for being the Coors Light spokesmodel in 2001–2002.
Jazsmin won the 2006 award for the best acting performance for her role in Traci Townsend at the 2006 Boston International Film Festival. She also won the Audience Choice Award winner at the 2006 Hollywood Black Film Festival for the aforementioned role that same year.