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Daon is a small and friendly place in France. It's a type of town called a commune. In 1999, about 440 people lived there. Daon is located in the northwest part of France, within a region called Pays de la Loire and a department known as Mayenne.

About Daon

Daon is a quiet commune, which is like a local government area in France. It's a place where people live and work, and it has its own local council to manage things.

Where is Daon?

Daon is found in the western part of France. It's part of the Pays de la Loire region, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and the famous Loire River. The specific area where Daon is located is called the Mayenne department. This department is in the northwest of France.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest type of local government area. Think of it like a town or a village with its own local leaders. Each commune has a mayor and a council who make decisions for the people living there. They handle things like local services, schools, and roads. Daon is one of many communes across France.

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