LEIPSIC, or more correctly LEIPZIG, one of the four circles into which Saxony is divided, comprises the N.W. part of that kingdom, and is bounded on the N. and W. by Prussia, S. by Saxe-Altenburg and the circle of Zwickau, and E. by the circle of Dresden. Area, 1336 square miles. The country is generally level, and lies lower than any other part of Saxony. It is most elevated in the S., where some offsets of the Erzgebirge appear, but do not attain any great height. Leipsic belongs to the basin of the Elbe, and is principally drained by its tributaries the Elster and Mulda. The soil is fertile, and in general well cultivated. The principal crop is corn. The rearing of cattle, and especially of sheep of a superior breed, is much attended to. Tobacco is extensively grown. There are no metals; but limestone, marble, potters' clay, fullers' earth, and peat are abundant in various parts. The manufactures in this circle are flourishing, and include woollen, cotton, and linen goods, and earthenware. Pop. (1855) 454,262.