Naujan-et-Postiac facts for kids
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Naujan-et-Postiac
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 Naujan-et-Postiac
Location in France
Naujan-et-Postiac
Location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Nouvelle-Aquitaine | |
| Department | Gironde | |
| Arrondissement | Libourne | |
| Canton | Les Coteaux de Dordogne | |
| Intercommunality | Brannais | |
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11.1 km2 (4.3 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
33301 /33420
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| Elevation | 6–91 m (20–299 ft) (avg. 40 m or 130 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Naujan-et-Postiac is a small town, also called a commune, located in the southwest of France. It's part of the Gironde department, which is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. This area is famous for its beautiful countryside and delicious wines.
The name Naujan-et-Postiac comes from two older villages, Naujan and Postiac. These villages joined together just before the French Revolution in 1789. The new government then officially combined their lands into one "commune," which is like a local government area. This is how the town got its double name.
Naujan-et-Postiac is situated in a special area known as "l'Entre-deux-Mers." This French phrase means "between two waters." It's called this because it lies between two important rivers: the Garonne to the south and the Dordogne to the east and north. These two rivers meet near the city of Bordeaux to form a large estuary called the Gironde.
Geography and Landscape
Naujan-et-Postiac covers an area of about 11 square kilometers (or 1100 hectares). The land is very pretty, with lots of vineyards, which are fields where grapes are grown. You can also find many woods, rolling hills, and small valleys.
The houses in Naujan-et-Postiac are spread out across the countryside. Many of them are very old, some even centuries old, adding to the charm of the area. The town has a population of around 500 people.
Wine Production
This commune is a big part of the famous Bordeaux wine region. The soil and climate here are perfect for growing grapes. Local winemakers produce both red and white wines.
- Red Wines: The red wines from this area are often called "Bordeaux" or "Bordeaux Supérieur." These are well-known all over the world.
- White Wines: The white wines are usually called "Entre-Deux-Mers." Most of these are dry white wines, but some sweet ones are also made.
Historical Buildings
Naujan-et-Postiac has some interesting historical places to explore.
- The Church: There is an old, historical church in the commune. It's a great example of the architecture from past centuries.
- Châteaux: You can also find several beautiful "châteaux." In this region, a château isn't always a castle. Often, it's a large, old country house. These châteaux are usually where the wine from a specific property is made and stored. They are often surrounded by their own vineyards.
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See also
In Spanish: Naujan-et-Postiac para niños
