Écublens facts for kids
Ecublens is the name of two different places in Switzerland. Both are small towns or villages, but they are located in different parts of the country and have their own unique features.
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What is Ecublens?
Ecublens can refer to:
- Écublens, Fribourg, a small village in the canton of Fribourg.
- Écublens, Vaud, a larger town near Lausanne in the canton of Vaud.
These two places are named Ecublens, but they are not connected in any special way. It's like how there might be two towns named "Springfield" in different states!
Écublens in Fribourg
Écublens in the canton of Fribourg is a small and quiet municipality. It is located in the western part of Switzerland, in an area known as the Glâne district.
Location and Size
This Ecublens is found in the countryside of Fribourg. It covers an area of about 4.9 square kilometers (about 1.9 square miles). It's a peaceful place with green fields and traditional Swiss homes.
Population
It has a small population, usually around 300 to 400 people. This makes it a very close-knit community where many people know each other.
History
The village of Écublens in Fribourg has a long history. It was first mentioned in official documents way back in the year 1177. This means people have been living and farming in this area for over 800 years!
Écublens in Vaud
Écublens in the canton of Vaud is a much larger and more active town. It is located very close to the big city of Lausanne, which is a major city in Switzerland.
Location and Size
This Ecublens is part of the Ouest Lausannois district, which is just west of Lausanne. It covers an area of about 5.7 square kilometers (about 2.2 square miles). Because it's so close to Lausanne, it's often considered a suburb of the city.
Population
Unlike its smaller namesake, Écublens in Vaud has a much larger population. Around 13,000 to 14,000 people live there. This makes it a busy town with more shops, services, and activities.
Education and Research
One of the most important things about Écublens in Vaud is that it is home to two very famous universities:
- The École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL): This is a world-renowned university for science, engineering, and technology. Many smart students from all over the world come here to study and do research.
- The University of Lausanne (UNIL): Parts of this large university are also located in Écublens.
Because of these universities, Écublens in Vaud is a hub for learning and new discoveries. It has a lively atmosphere with many students and researchers.
History
Écublens in Vaud also has a long history, even older than the one in Fribourg. It was first written about in the year 958. Over the centuries, it grew from a small village into the modern town it is today, especially with the growth of the universities.
See also
In Spanish: Ecublens para niños
