Céreste facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Céreste
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The village of Céreste
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 Céreste
Location in France
Céreste
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Alpes-de-Haute-Provence | |
| Arrondissement | Forcalquier | |
| Canton | Reillanne | |
| Intercommunality | Haute Provence | |
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32.54 km2 (12.56 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,206 | |
| • Density | 37.062/km2 (95.99/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
04045 /04280
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| Elevation | 323–971 m (1,060–3,186 ft) (avg. 370 m or 1,210 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. | ||
Céreste is a small town, also known as a commune, located in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence area of southeastern France. It's a lovely place with a population of about 1,200 people.
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What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a local government area. It's the smallest unit of local administration. Think of it as a town or village with its own local council.
How Communes Work
Each commune has a mayor and a town council. They make decisions about local services. These services include things like schools, roads, and public spaces.
Geography of Céreste
Céreste is situated in a beautiful part of France. It is known for its natural surroundings. The area is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
The Calavon River
A river called the Calavon flows nearby. It forms the northern and northwestern edges of Céreste. Rivers are important for the local environment and sometimes for farming.
The Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Department
Céreste is part of a larger region called a department. This department is named Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. France is divided into many departments.
What is a Department?
A department is a bit like a county or a larger administrative area. It helps organize different communes. Each department has its own government too, which handles bigger tasks than the communes.
