Pertuis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pertuis
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| Country | France |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Department | Vaucluse |
| Arrondissement | Apt |
| Canton | Pertuis |
| Intercommunality | Pays d'Aix |
| Area
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66.23 km2 (25.57 sq mi) |
| Population
(2006)
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18,906 |
| • Density | 285.460/km2 (739.34/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84089 /84120
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| Elevation | 171–472 m (561–1,549 ft) (avg. 246 m or 807 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Pertuis is a lively town in southeastern France. It is located in the Vaucluse area, which is called a department. This department is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Pertuis is known as a "commune," which is like a local town or district.
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Where is Pertuis Located?
Pertuis is found south of the beautiful Luberon mountain range. It is also quite close to Aix-en-Provence, a very famous and historic city. This location makes Pertuis a great spot, surrounded by nature and near other important places.
A Quick Look at History
Pertuis has a long and interesting history. People have lived here for a very long time, with records showing the town existed as far back as the year 981. A castle was first built in Pertuis during the 12th century. Imagine how many stories those old stones could tell!
How Many People Live There?
Over the last 50 years, Pertuis has grown a lot. The number of people living in the town has tripled during this time. This means many more families and young people have chosen to make Pertuis their home.
Images for kids
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Église Saint-Nicolas
See also
In Spanish: Pertuis para niños
