Carhaix-Plouguer facts for kids
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Carhaix-Plouguer (which is Karaez-Plougêr in the Breton language) is a special type of town in France called a commune. It is located in the region of Brittany, which is in the northwest part of France. This town is also part of the Finistère department. Think of a department like a county or a smaller area within a region.
About Carhaix-Plouguer
Carhaix-Plouguer is a town with a long history, found in the beautiful region of Brittany. Brittany is known for its unique culture, language, and coastal areas. Being a "commune" means it's a local administrative area, similar to a city or a small town, with its own local government.
Where is Carhaix-Plouguer?
The town is located in the Finistère department. This department is at the very western tip of Brittany, and its name "Finistère" actually means "Land's End" in Latin. This gives you an idea of how far west it is! The town is not directly on the coast but is inland, surrounded by the green landscapes of Brittany.
Images for kids
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Map of Carhaix and Plouguer before they joined together.
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Population changes over time in Carhaix-Plouguer.
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The Hyères River seen from the Petit Carhaix bridge, looking downstream.
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The Petit Carhaix: an 18th-century bridge over the Hyères River, seen from upstream.
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The Meur mill on the Hyères River, showing its old dam and sluice gate.
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See also
In Spanish: Carhaix-Plouguer para niños
