Bas-Intyamon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bas-Intyamon
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Landscape at Bas-Intyamon
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 Bas-Intyamon
Location in Switzerland
Bas-Intyamon
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Gruyère | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 33.34 km2 (12.87 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 720 m (2,360 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,555 | |
| • Density | 46.641/km2 (120.80/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1665-1667
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| Surrounded by | Grandvillard, Gruyères, Haut-Intyamon, Val-de-Charmey | |
Bas-Intyamon (Arpitan: Bâs-Enque-amont) is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Gruyère district of the canton of Fribourg.
Bas-Intyamon was formed by joining three villages: Enney, Estavannens, and Villars-sous-Mont.
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Exploring Bas-Intyamon's Landscape
Bas-Intyamon covers an area of about 33.3 square kilometers (12.8 square miles). A large part of this land, almost half, is used for farming. This includes fields for crops and pastures where animals graze.
About 40% of the area is covered by forests. These are important for the environment and provide natural beauty. A small part of the land, less than 3%, has buildings and roads. The rest includes rivers and some areas that are too rocky or have too much vegetation to be used.
Who Lives in Bas-Intyamon?
Bas-Intyamon has a population of about 1,100 people. Over the last ten years, the number of people living here has grown. Many new people have moved to the area.
Most people in Bas-Intyamon speak French as their main language. A smaller number of people speak German or Albanian.
The population is split almost evenly between males and females. About 24% of the people are children and teenagers (under 20 years old). Adults (20-64 years old) make up about 60% of the population. Seniors (over 64 years old) are about 16% of the residents.
Historical Sites and Attractions
The villages of Estavannens and Villars-sous-Mont are very special. They are recognized as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means they have important historical and cultural value.
You can find interesting old buildings and charming chapels in these villages. They show the rich history of the area.
How People Make a Living
In Bas-Intyamon, people work in different types of jobs. These jobs are often grouped into three main sectors:
Primary Sector: Farming and Nature
This sector includes jobs related to farming and forestry. Many people work in agriculture, growing crops or raising animals. Some also work with forests, like lumber production.
Secondary Sector: Making Things
The secondary sector involves manufacturing and construction. This means people work in factories making goods or building things.
Tertiary Sector: Services and More
The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector. This includes many different services. For example, people work in shops, restaurants, hotels, and healthcare. Some also work in education or transportation.
Most people in Bas-Intyamon use private cars to get to work. A smaller number use public transportation.
Learning and Education
The school system in the Canton of Fribourg helps students learn from a young age.
School Levels in Fribourg
- Kindergarten: Children can attend one year of non-mandatory kindergarten.
- Primary School: This lasts for six years.
- Lower Secondary School: This is three years long and is required for all students. Students are grouped based on their abilities.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose to go to an upper secondary school for three or four years. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares students for university) or a vocational program (which teaches job skills).
- Tertiary School: After upper secondary, students can go to a university or continue their apprenticeship training.
In Bas-Intyamon, there are primary school classes. However, students often travel to nearby towns for kindergarten, lower secondary, and upper secondary schools. This allows them to access a wider range of educational programs.
See also
In Spanish: Bas-Intyamon para niños
