Plessis-Saint-Jean facts for kids

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Plessis-Saint-Jean is a small place in the country of France. It is known as a commune, which is like a small town or village area. Plessis-Saint-Jean is located in the Yonne department, which is a region in the central part of France.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is the smallest way the country is divided up for local government. Think of it like a town or a village, or even a small group of houses. Each commune has its own local government, often with a mayor and a town hall. Plessis-Saint-Jean is one of many thousands of communes across France.

Where is the Yonne Department?

The Yonne is one of the 96 main areas, or departments, in mainland France. It is located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, which is in the central-eastern part of the country. The Yonne department is known for its beautiful countryside, rivers, and historic towns. Plessis-Saint-Jean is just one of the many communes you can find within the Yonne department.

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