Castelnaudary facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Castelnaudary
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View from the Canal du Midi
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 Castelnaudary
Location in France
Castelnaudary
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Occitanie | |
| Department | Aude | |
| Arrondissement | Carcassonne | |
| Intercommunality | Castelnaudary et Bassin lauraguais | |
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47.72 km2 (18.42 sq mi) | |
| Population
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11,748 | |
| • Density | 246.19/km2 (637.62/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11076 /11400
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| Elevation | 145–215 m (476–705 ft) (avg. 165 m or 541 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. | ||
Castelnaudary (which is Castèlnòu d'Arri in the local Occitan language) is a town in southern France. It is located in the Aude area, which is a "department" (like a county). This department is part of the Languedoc-Roussillon region.
Castelnaudary is known for a special school. It has a campus of the École nationale de l'aviation civile. This is a university where students learn to become pilots and other aviation experts.
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What is Castelnaudary?
Castelnaudary is a "commune" in France. A commune is like a small town or district. It has its own local government. The town is located in the Aude department. This area is in the south of France. It is known for its sunny weather.
The Famous Canal du Midi
One of the most important features of Castelnaudary is the Canal du Midi. This is a very old and famous canal. It was built a long time ago, in the 17th century. The canal connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. It was a huge engineering project for its time.
The Canal du Midi is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it's a special place recognized for its history. Many people enjoy boating on the canal. You can see beautiful landscapes along its banks. Castelnaudary has a large basin on the canal. This is where boats can stop and dock.
The Moulin de Cugarel
Castelnaudary also has an old windmill called the Moulin de Cugarel. This windmill is a historic landmark. It stands on a hill overlooking the town. Windmills like this were once used to grind grain into flour. The Moulin de Cugarel is a reminder of the town's past. It shows how people used to live and work.
Education and Aviation
The École nationale de l'aviation civile is a big part of Castelnaudary. This university trains people for jobs in aviation. Students learn about flying planes and managing air traffic. It's a key place for future pilots and engineers. Having this university makes Castelnaudary an important center for aviation studies in France.
Images for kids
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Moulin de Cugarel, an old windmill
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The Canal du Midi flowing through Castelnaudary
