Barbery, Calvados facts for kids
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Barbery
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The old Cistercian Abbey of Notre-Dame
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 Barbery
Location in France
Barbery
Location in Normandy
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Normandy | |
| Department | Calvados | |
| Arrondissement | Caen | |
| Canton | Thury-Harcourt | |
| Intercommunality | Cingal | |
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8.6 km2 (3.3 sq mi) | |
| Population
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729 | |
| • Density | 84.8/km2 (219.5/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
14039 /14220
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| Elevation | 77–193 m (253–633 ft) (avg. 285 m or 935 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. | ||
Barbery is a small town, also called a commune, located in the northwest of France. It is part of the Basse-Normandie region and is found in the Calvados department. Barbery is known for its peaceful countryside and its historical buildings.
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What is Barbery?
Barbery is a commune in France. A commune is like a small town or village with its own local government. It is located in the Calvados department. This department is part of the Basse-Normandie region.
Where is Barbery located?
Barbery is in the northwestern part of France. It is close to the city of Caen. The area is known for its green landscapes. It also has a rich history.
Who is in charge of Barbery?
The leader of Barbery is called the mayor. The mayor is like the town's chief. As of 2014, the mayor was Guy Pislard. He helps manage the town's daily life.
History of Barbery
Barbery has a long and interesting past. One of its most famous landmarks is an old Cistercian abbey. An abbey is a building where monks or nuns used to live.
The Old Abbey
The Cistercian Abbey of Notre-Dame is a very old building. It shows the history of the area. Monks lived and worked there many centuries ago. Today, it stands as a reminder of Barbery's heritage.
Life in Barbery
Barbery is a quiet place. It has a small population of about 729 people. Life here is often peaceful.
What is a Lavoir?
You might see a building called a Lavoir in Barbery. A lavoir is a public laundry house. People used to wash their clothes there. It was a common sight in French villages long ago.
Images for kids
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The Lavoir (Public laundry) at Mesnil-Touffray
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The old Abbey
See also
In Spanish: Barbery (Calvados) para niños
