Cully, Switzerland facts for kids
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Location in Switzerland
Cully
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Lavaux-Oron | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.38 km2 (0.92 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 374 m (1,227 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 1,752 | |
| • Density | 736.1/km2 (1,907/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Culliérans | |
| Postal code |
1096
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| Localities | Treytorrens (Lavaux) | |
| Surrounded by | Forel (Lavaux), Riex, Epesses, Grandvaux | |
Cully was a small town, or municipality, in Switzerland. It was located in the canton of Vaud, right on the beautiful Lake Geneva.
Cully used to be the main town of the Lavaux district until 2006. Then, it became part of the Lavaux-Oron district. On July 1, 2011, Cully joined with four other nearby towns: Epesses, Grandvaux, Riex, and Villette (Lavaux). Together, they formed a new, larger municipality called Bourg-en-Lavaux.
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History of Cully
People have lived in the Cully area since the Neolithic period, which was the New Stone Age. Back then, Lake Geneva was closer to where the modern port of Moratel is today.
Later, during the time of the Roman Empire, an important road passed through Cully. This road connected Lausanne to the Great Saint Bernard mountain pass. Archeologists have found old walls and coins from the Roman era in the area.
The first time Cully was mentioned in writing was in the year 967. It was called Cusliacum then. Over time, its name changed to Cusliaco, Custiacum, Cullie, and finally Cully. No one is quite sure where the name came from, but it might be from a Roman family name, Coclius.
In the 14th century, the people of Cully gained the right to hold a weekly market. They were also allowed to build walls to protect their village.
In 1536, the region of Vaud was taken over by Bern. Cully then became part of the administration of Lausanne. After a big change in government around 1798, Cully became the capital of its district. This was because it was located right in the middle of the area. Cully officially became its own independent town in 1824.
There was a plan in 2005 to merge Cully with some other towns. However, the people of Grandvaux voted against it, so the merger didn't happen at that time.
Where is Cully?
Cully is located about 387 meters (1,270 feet) above sea level. It is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) east-southeast of Lausanne, the capital city of the canton. The village is nestled in the Lavaux region, which is famous for its vineyards. It sits on a small piece of land that sticks out into Lake Geneva.
The total area of Cully is about 2.38 square kilometers (0.92 square miles). A large part of this land, about 63.9%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 9.2% of the area. The remaining 26.9% is built-up with buildings and roads.
The land in Cully stretches from the shore of Lake Geneva up the slopes of the Lavaux vineyards. To the northeast, the area reaches the Mont de Gourze, which is the highest point in Cully at 925 meters (3,035 feet).
Cully also includes a small village called Chenaux. Chenaux is located about 530 meters (1,740 feet) high on a ridge within the vineyards above Cully.
Cully's Coat of Arms
The design on Cully's coat of arms is simple and meaningful. It shows a grape bunch. The shield is divided into two halves: the top half is silver, and the bottom half is red. The grape bunch is also split, with the colors reversed. This means the part of the grape bunch on the silver background is red, and the part on the red background is silver. This design highlights the importance of grapes and wine in the region.
People of Cully
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In 2009, Cully had a population of 1,752 people. About 22% of the people living in Cully were from other countries.
Most people in Cully speak French, which is spoken by about 84% of the population. The next most common language is German, spoken by about 5.5% of the people. Portuguese is spoken by about 4.3% of the residents.
Many people who live in Cully were born there, or in the same canton (Vaud). Others moved there from different parts of Switzerland or from other countries.
The population of Cully has changed a bit over the years. In 2008, there were more deaths than births among Swiss citizens, but the number of foreign residents increased. Overall, the population grew slightly that year.
Cully has a good mix of age groups. In 2009, about 9.5% of the population were children aged 0-9, and 10.5% were teenagers aged 10-19. Adults aged 20-59 made up a large part of the population. There were also many seniors, with about 13.4% of the population aged 60-69, and others over 70.
Most households in Cully have about 2.2 people on average. There are many single-person households, but also many families with children.
The chart below shows how Cully's population has changed over many years:
Economy and Jobs
For a long time, Cully was mainly an agricultural village. Even today, growing grapes for wine is very important. The vineyards cover about 90 hectares (222 acres) of land. Farming and raising animals are still a big part of the local economy.
About 22% of the people in Cully work in agriculture. A smaller number, 6%, work in industries like construction. The largest group, 72%, work in the service sector. This includes jobs in shops, hotels, and other services.
In recent years, a small area west of the village has developed with businesses in construction and information technology. Cully also has many shops that sell everyday goods and wine. Tourism is important too, with a small leisure port and a campground.
Every year, Cully hosts the famous Cully Jazz Festival, which brings many visitors to the town. Because it's easy to get to and has a nice location, Cully has become a popular place for people to live. Many residents travel to nearby cities like Lausanne and the Vevey-Montreux region for work.
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Cully was 3.5%. This means a small percentage of people looking for jobs couldn't find them.
Getting Around Cully
Cully has good transportation connections. It is located on the main road that runs along Lake Geneva, connecting Lausanne to Vevey.
A railway station was built in Cully on April 2, 1861. This station is now part of the RER Vaud commuter train network, which helps people travel easily to and from Cully. There is also a bus service that connects Cully to other towns like Chexbres.
Additionally, you can travel to Cully by boat on Lake Geneva, which offers a scenic way to arrive.
Important Sites and History
Cully is special because it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site called Lavaux, Vineyard Terraces. This means the beautiful terraced vineyards are protected and recognized as important to the world. The entire town of Cully is also listed as a Swiss Heritage Site.
Cully has a charming old town center with narrow streets. You can see many traditional winegrowers' houses built between the 16th and 19th centuries. Not much is left of the old town walls, as the three original city gates were taken down.
The Gothic church of Saint-Étienne was built in 1865–66. It stands on the site of an even older church from the Middle Ages. Other important historical buildings include the Maison Jaune, which was built in 1641 and serves as the Town Hall. The Bâtiment de Villette, dating back to the 16th century, is also a protected building.
You can also find the Bâtiment Vallon, built in 1673, and the Hôtel du Raisin, which dates back to 1574. The lakeside promenade and the port area are popular places for people to relax and walk. For amazing views of Lake Geneva, the Alps, and the Jura mountains, you can visit the lookout tower on the Tower of Gourze. This tower is located on Mont de Gourze, which is 925 meters (3,035 feet) high.
Religion in Cully
According to a census in 2000, about 45.7% of the people in Cully belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. About 30.2% were Roman Catholic. There were also smaller numbers of people who were Orthodox, or belonged to other Christian churches. A very small number of people were Jewish or Muslim. About 14.79% of the population did not belong to any church, or were agnostic or atheist.
Education in Cully
Many adults in Cully have a good education. About 33.2% of the population have finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. About 20.4% have gone on to higher education, such as a university or a specialized college.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 171 students in the Cully school district. In the Vaud canton, children can attend two years of non-mandatory pre-school. The canton also has a four-year primary school program. There were 85 students in the primary school in Cully. The lower secondary school program lasts for six years, and 83 students were enrolled in those schools.
Some students from Cully attend schools in other towns, and students from other towns come to school in Cully.
Famous People from Cully
- Alfredo Bovet (1909–1993) – A Swiss-born Italian cyclist.
- Pierrette Micheloud (1915–2007) – A Swiss writer and painter.
- Michel Voïta (born 1957) – A Swiss actor who has appeared in many films.
Images for kids
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A panoramic view of Cully and Lake Geneva.
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Cully in a mid-20th-century painting by G-R. Peitrequin.
See also
In Spanish: Cully (Vaud) para niños
