Liddes facts for kids
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 Liddes
Location in Switzerland
Liddes
Location in Canton of Valais
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Valais | |
| District | Entremont | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 58.64 km2 (22.64 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,346 m (4,416 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 735 | |
| • Density | 12.534/km2 (32.463/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1945
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| Surrounded by | Bagnes, Bourg-Saint-Pierre, Orsières | |
Liddes is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Entremont district. It's part of the canton of Valais in Switzerland. This charming place is known for its beautiful mountain views and rich history.
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History of Liddes
Liddes was first mentioned in official records way back in 1177. At that time, it was known as Leides. This shows that people have lived and built communities here for a very long time!
Exploring Liddes' Geography
Liddes covers an area of about 60.2 square kilometers (around 23.2 square miles). A big part of this land, about 33.4%, is used for farming. Forests cover another 23.8% of the area. Only a small portion, 1.3%, has buildings or roads. The rest, about 41.5%, is made up of mountains and other natural areas that aren't used for farming or building.
The town is located north of Bourg-Saint-Pierre and northwest of the huge Grand Combin mountain. Liddes is also found along the road that leads over the famous Great St Bernard Pass. This pass is a historic route through the Alps.
The municipality of Liddes includes several smaller villages or hamlets. These include Liddes-Ville, Chandonne, Fontaine, Rive-Haute, Drance, Fornex, Les Moulins, Vichères, Chez-Petit, and Palasui.
Liddes' Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol or emblem for a town or family. Liddes has its own unique coat of arms. It shows a picture of Saint George, who is wearing armor and has a golden halo. He is riding a silver horse and fighting a green dragon. This design tells a story and represents the town.
People and Population in Liddes
Liddes has a population of about 724 people (as of December 2002). Over the years, the number of people living here has changed a bit. From 1999 to 2009, the population grew by about 8.7%. This growth happened because more people moved to Liddes than left, and there were more births than deaths.
Most people in Liddes speak French as their main language. In fact, about 98.3% of the population speaks French. A few people also speak German or Portuguese.
In 2008, the population was almost equally split between males and females. About 50.9% were men and 49.1% were women. Most of the people living in Liddes were born there or in the same canton (Valais).
When it comes to age, about 26.9% of the population are children and teenagers (under 20 years old). Adults (20-64 years old) make up 53.9%, and seniors (over 64 years old) are about 19.3% of the population.
Important Heritage Sites
Liddes is home to some important historical places. The area known as Les Moulins is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's a very important cultural property for the whole country. Also, the entire village of Liddes is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This inventory lists places that are important for Switzerland's history and culture.
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Exterior of the mill
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Waterway to power the mill
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Mill stone
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Liddes' Economy
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Liddes was quite low, at 2.6%. This means most people who wanted to work had jobs.
The economy of Liddes involves different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to natural resources, like farming. In 2008, about 66 people worked in this sector, mostly in agriculture.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. About 34 people worked in this sector, making things or building structures.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers service jobs. About 86 people worked in this sector. These jobs include things like sales, transportation, working in hotels or restaurants, and education.
Many people who live in Liddes travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 69.2% of the working population used a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Liddes
According to a census in 2000, most people in Liddes are Roman Catholic, making up about 90% of the population. A smaller number, about 3.3%, belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people also belong to other Christian churches or have no religious affiliation.
Education in Liddes
Education is important in Liddes. About 34.4% of the population has completed upper secondary education, which is like high school. A smaller group, about 5.3%, has gone on to get higher education from a university or a specialized college (a Fachhochschule).
In 2000, some students from Liddes went to schools in other towns, and a few students from other towns came to study in Liddes.
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Liddes (1946)
See also
In Spanish: Liddes para niños
