Appenzell (village) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Aerial view of Appenzell
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 Appenzell
Location in Switzerland
Appenzell
Location in Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Appenzell Innerrhoden | |
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| Elevation
(Landsgemeindeplatz)
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777 m (2,549 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 6,000 | |
| Demonym(s) | German: Appenzeller(in) | |
| Postal code |
9050
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Appenzell is a charming village in Switzerland. Even though it's called a village, the Swiss government sees it as a town. It is the capital of a small area called Appenzell Innerrhoden. This area is one of Switzerland's 26 cantons, which are like states.
What's interesting about Appenzell is that it doesn't have its own town government. Instead, different parts of the village are managed by nearby districts called Appenzell and Schwende-Rüte. Because of this, the village has a special group called the Feuerschaugemeinde. This group takes care of important things like firefighting, electricity, and water for everyone in Appenzell.
Discovering Appenzell's Past
In the year 1071, people first wrote about this village. They called it Abbacella. Later, by 1223, its name changed to Abbatiscella. This name means "the Abbot's cell." An abbot is a leader of a monastery. This name shows that the village was once connected to the important Abbey of Saint Gall.
Appenzell is home to several important historical buildings. These include the main church and the town hall, which was built in 1563. You can also find the Salesis house and the old ruins of Clanx Castle. The state archives building, where important records are kept, is also here. These places are considered very important heritage sites for the country.
Famous Faces from Appenzell
Appenzell is the birthplace of Roman Signer (born in 1938). He is a well-known visual artist. Roman Signer creates amazing works using sculpture, art installations, photography, and video. His art often involves unusual experiments and playful ideas.
Gallery
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Distillery "Appenzeller Alpenbitter" at the river Sitter and the mountain Hoher Kasten in the background
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The village centre
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Aerial view from 400 metres (1000') by Walter Mittelholzer (1922)
See also
In Spanish: Appenzell (ciudad) para niños
