Izernore facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Izernore
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 Izernore
Location in France
Izernore
Location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | |
| Department | Ain | |
| Arrondissement | Nantua | |
| Canton | Pont-d'Ain | |
| Intercommunality | Monts Berthiand | |
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20.86 km2 (8.05 sq mi) | |
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2,247 | |
| • Density | 107.72/km2 (278.99/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
01192 /01580
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| Elevation | 450–650 m (1,480–2,130 ft) (avg. 452 m or 1,483 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. | ||
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Izernore is a small and interesting town (called a commune) in eastern France. It's located in the Ain department. Izernore is famous for an amazing discovery made there long ago: an ancient Roman treasure!
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Discovering Ancient Roman Treasures
In 1845, something very special was found in Izernore: a collection of old Roman bronze items. This discovery is known as a "hoard," which means a hidden collection of valuable things. The treasure included a special Roman bowl called a patera and an oval dish.
What Was the Roman Hoard?
A patera was a shallow dish, often used in ancient Roman ceremonies. People would pour liquids like wine into it as an offering to their gods. The oval dish was another beautiful item, showing the skill of Roman artists. These items give us a peek into what life was like in Roman times.
Where to See the Treasure Today
After being found in Izernore, these ancient Roman bronze items were moved to a very famous museum. Today, you can see the patera and the oval dish at the British Museum in London, England. They are important pieces of history from the Roman Empire.
Where is Izernore Located?
Izernore is found in the eastern part of France. It is part of the Ain department, which is like a county or region. The town is also in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It's a quiet place with a long history.
How Izernore is Governed
Like other towns in France, Izernore is a commune. This means it's a local area with its own government. The town has a mayor, who is the leader of the local government. The mayor helps make decisions for the people living in Izernore.
Who is the Mayor?
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Izernore was Michel Colletaz. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the town. They help with things like local services and community projects.
How Many People Live in Izernore?
In 2008, about 2,247 people lived in Izernore. The number of people living in a town is called its population. This information helps us understand the size of the community.
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A street in Izernore
See also
In Spanish: Izernore para niños
