Linescio facts for kids
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 Linescio
Location in Switzerland
Linescio
Location in Canton of Ticino
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Ticino | |
| District | Vallemaggia | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.66 km2 (2.57 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 668 m (2,192 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 42 | |
| • Density | 6.31/km2 (16.33/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6682
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| Surrounded by | Cerentino, Cevio | |
Linescio is a small town (or municipality) located in the Vallemaggia district. It's part of the canton of Ticino in Switzerland. It's known for its beautiful mountain views and quiet village life.
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Linescio's Past: A Look at History
Linescio was first mentioned in old records in 1437. Back then, it was called Lignazio. Later, in 1602, its name appeared as Linezio.
The Village Church
The main church in Linescio is called S. Remigio. It was first built in 1640. Later, it was rebuilt between 1817 and 1819. In 1757, the church became its own separate parish. This meant it had its own priest and could serve the local community directly.
Farming and Changes Over Time
The hillsides around Linescio were shaped into many flat areas called terraces. These terraces were used for farming. Farmers grew crops like rye, hemp, flax, and later, potatoes.
However, many people left Linescio over the years. Some moved to other countries in the 1800s. Others moved to bigger cities after 1950. Because of this, most of the old fields and pastures were no longer used. By the year 2000, no one in Linescio worked in farming anymore.
There was also some mining on the right side of the valley. In the early 2000s, a plan was started to help save the old terraces from falling apart.
Linescio's Location and Landscape
Linescio is found in the Vallemaggia district. It sits on the left side of the lower part of the Valle di Campo. The village became its own separate municipality in 1858. Before that, it was part of Cevio.
How the Land is Used
Linescio covers an area of about 6.61 square kilometers (2.55 square miles).
- A small part, about 1.5%, is used for farming.
- Most of the land, about 65.4%, is covered by forests.
- About 1.2% of the land has buildings or roads.
- Rivers and lakes make up about 1.8% of the area.
- The rest, about 29.8%, is unproductive land. This means it's too rocky or has too little plant life to be used for farming or building.
Linescio's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Linescio has a special design. It shows a dove that is half silver and half blue. This dove is a symbol of Saint Remigius. He is the patron saint of the village church.
Who Lives in Linescio?
Linescio has a small population. As of 2008, about 8.2% of the people living there were foreign nationals.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Linescio speak Italian language. In 2000, 81.3% of the population spoke Italian. The rest of the people spoke German.
Where People Were Born
In 2000, about half of the people (50%) living in Linescio were born there. About 18.8% were born in the same canton (Ticino). Another 21.9% were born elsewhere in Switzerland. Only 9.4% were born outside of Switzerland.
Population Changes
In 2008, the number of Swiss citizens in Linescio decreased by 3 people. The number of non-Swiss people stayed the same. Overall, the total population of Linescio grew by 6.5% in 2008.
Age Groups in Linescio
In 2009, Linescio had a mix of age groups.
- There was 1 child between 0 and 9 years old.
- About 10.9% of adults were between 20 and 29.
- About 15.2% were between 30 and 39.
- About 17.4% were between 40 and 49.
- About 19.6% were between 50 and 59.
- Older adults (60 and above) made up about 34.7% of the population.
Family Life
In 2000, there were 13 single people in Linescio who had never been married. There were 12 married people, 1 widow, and 6 divorced people.
Most households (52.6%) had only one person living in them. There were also some married couples with and without children. A few households were made up of unrelated people living together.
Homes in Linescio
In 2000, most of the buildings in Linescio were single-family homes (97.1%). Many of these homes (75) were built between 1919 and 1945.
There were 104 apartments in the village. Most of these apartments (81.7%) were used seasonally, meaning people lived in them only part of the year. Only 18.3% were lived in all the time.
Historical Population Trends
The chart below shows how Linescio's population has changed over many years. You can see that the population was much higher in the 1800s and has slowly decreased over time.
Special Sights in Linescio
The entire village of Linescio is considered a special place. It is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means its buildings and layout are important to Switzerland's history and culture.
Working Life in Linescio
In 2008, there were 19 full-time jobs in Linescio.
- Two of these jobs were in agriculture (farming).
- Seventeen jobs were in the secondary sector. This includes things like manufacturing or construction.
In 2000, 8 workers who lived in Linescio traveled outside the village for their jobs.
Religion in Linescio
Based on the 2000 census, most people in Linescio were Roman Catholic (75%). A small number (3.1%) belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. About 18.75% of the population did not belong to any church.
Learning and Education
In Linescio, about 43.8% of the people have finished non-mandatory upper secondary education. This is like high school.
In 2009, there was 1 student in kindergarten in Linescio. In 2000, 2 students from Linescio went to schools outside the village.
See also
In Spanish: Linescio para niños
