Lennik facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lennik
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Lennik's town hall
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 Lennik
Location in Belgium
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| Country | Belgium | ||
| Community | Flemish Community | ||
| Region | Flemish Region | ||
| Province | Flemish Brabant | ||
| Arrondissement | Halle-Vilvoorde | ||
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| • Total | 30.80 km2 (11.89 sq mi) | ||
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| Postal codes |
1750
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| Area codes | 02, 054 | ||
| Website | www.lennik.be | ||
Lennik is a small town, or "municipality," located in the country of Belgium. It is found in a part of Belgium called Flemish Brabant. Lennik is known for its beautiful countryside, which is part of a region called the Pajottenland.
This municipality includes several smaller towns. These are Sint-Kwintens-Lennik, Sint-Martens-Lennik, Eizeringen, and Gaasbeek.
About Lennik
Lennik is a municipality in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town and often some smaller villages or communities nearby.
Geography and People
Lennik covers an area of about 30.80 square kilometers. In 2006, about 8,694 people lived there. This means the population density was around 282 people per square kilometer. Population density tells you how many people live in a certain amount of space.
Famous Landmarks
Lennik is home to some interesting places. One of the most famous is the national Gaasbeek Castle museum. This historic castle is a popular spot for visitors.
You can also find a large statue in Lennik. It is a 4-meter-high statue of a horse named Prince. Prince was a famous Belgian Draught horse. These horses are known for their strength and are often used for pulling heavy loads. The statue stands proudly in the Market Place.
Images for kids
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Prince, the pride of Brabant
