Engi facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Engi
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Country | Switzerland | |
Canton | Glarus | |
District | n.a. | |
Area | ||
• Total | 40.7 km2 (15.7 sq mi) | |
Elevation | 812 m (2,664 ft) | |
Population
(December 2004)
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• Total | 662 | |
• Density | 16.27/km2 (42.13/sq mi) | |
Postal code |
8765
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Surrounded by | Flums (SG), Matt, Quarten (SG), Schwanden, Sool |
Engi is a place in Switzerland. It used to be its own municipality (a bit like a small town or district with its own local government). Now, Engi is part of a larger municipality called Glarus Süd. It is located in the canton of Glarus.
About Engi
Engi is a small community nestled in the beautiful Swiss Alps. In 2004, it had about 662 people living there. The area of Engi is around 40.7 square kilometers.
The village is located at an elevation of 812 meters (about 2,664 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up in the mountains. The official language spoken in Engi is German.
Where is Engi?
Engi is found in the eastern part of Switzerland. It is in the canton of Glarus, which is known for its stunning mountain scenery. The canton of Glarus is one of the smaller cantons in Switzerland.
Engi is surrounded by other towns and municipalities. Some of its neighbors include Matt, Schwanden, and Sool. These places are also part of the Glarus region.