Aiguilles facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aiguilles
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The bell tower of the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste
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 Aiguilles
Location in France
Aiguilles
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Hautes-Alpes | |
| Arrondissement | Briançon | |
| Canton | Guillestre | |
| Intercommunality | Guillestrois et Queyras | |
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40.16 km2 (15.51 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Jan. 2019)
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397 | |
| • Density | 9.885/km2 (25.60/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
05003 /05470
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| Elevation | 1,400–3,078 m (4,593–10,098 ft) (avg. 1,471 m or 4,826 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
Aiguilles is a small and charming commune (which is like a town or village) located in southeastern France. It is part of the Hautes-Alpes department and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and natural scenery.
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Exploring Aiguilles
Aiguilles is a quiet village nestled in a lovely part of France. It's a great place to learn about French village life and enjoy the outdoors.
Where is Aiguilles?
The village of Aiguilles is found right in the middle of its commune. A commune is an administrative area, similar to a township. The Guil river flows through the commune, adding to its natural beauty. Rivers are important for both nature and local life.
How to get around
The main road that goes through Aiguilles is called the D947. This road helps connect the village to other nearby places. Roads are vital for people to travel and for goods to be moved.
Who lives in Aiguilles?
Aiguilles is a small community. In January 2019, about 397 people lived there. The number of people living in a place can change over time. For example, in 2012, there were 449 residents, and in 2005, there were 394. Small villages like Aiguilles often have a close-knit community.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Aiguilles
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The bell tower of the church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste in Aiguilles
