Limousin facts for kids
Limousin was a region in France. It is now part of a larger region called Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The main city and capital of Limousin was Limoges.
Limousin was one of the least populated regions in France. About 710,000 people lived there. The region covered an area of about 17,000 square kilometers (6,600 square miles). This meant there were only about 42 people living in each square kilometer.
Departments of Limousin
The Limousin region was made up of three smaller areas called departments. These were Corrèze, Creuse, and Haute-Vienne. Each department had its own local government.
Economy of Limousin
The economy in Limousin mostly focused on services. This means that many people worked in jobs like healthcare, education, tourism, or retail. These jobs provide help or support to others, rather than making products.
Images for kids
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Limoges, a traditional half-timbered house by the Saint Martial bridge.
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A small river in Creuse, a department within the former Limousin region.
See also
In Spanish: Limosín (Francia) para niños
