Mex, Vaud facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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D'En-Bas Castle
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Location in Switzerland
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Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Gros-de-Vaud | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.83 km2 (1.09 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 482 m (1,581 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 790 | |
| • Density | 279.2/km2 (723/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Mexanais | |
| Postal code |
1031
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| Surrounded by | Bussigny-près-Lausanne, Crissier, Sullens, Villars-Sainte-Croix, Vufflens-la-Ville | |
| Twin towns | Lugny-lès-Charolles (France) | |
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Mex is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is part of the Gros-de-Vaud district in the canton of Vaud. Mex is known for its quiet charm and beautiful Swiss scenery.
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About Mex
Mex is a lovely place located in the Vaud canton of Switzerland. It is a French-speaking area. The town sits at an elevation of 482 meters (about 1,581 feet) above sea level. In 2008, about 612 people lived there.
Location and Neighbors
Mex covers an area of 2.83 square kilometers (about 1.09 square miles). It is surrounded by several other towns. These include Bussigny-près-Lausanne, Crissier, Sullens, Villars-Sainte-Croix, and Vufflens-la-Ville.
Local Government
Like other Swiss municipalities, Mex has its own local government. The head of the town is called the Syndic. As of the information available, Gregory Wyss is the Syndic of Mex. The town also has a website, www.mex.ch, where you can find more information.
Sister City
Mex has a special connection with another town. It is twinned with Lugny-lès-Charolles in France. This means they are "sister cities" and often share cultural exchanges.
Important Buildings
One of the notable buildings in Mex is the D'En-Bas Castle. This historic building adds to the town's character.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Mex
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Map showing the location of Mex in Vaud
