League (Lega)

A "league" is a unit of distance that varies historically but is often considered to be about three miles (approximately 4.8 kilometers). It was commonly used in nautical and land travel, particularly in the past, to gauge distances. The term originates from the Latin word "liga," which referred to the distance a person could walk in an hour. Today, the league is mostly obsolete, replaced by standard measurements like kilometers and miles, but it remains a part of classic literature and historical contexts.