Prilly facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Prilly
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Prilly-Malley rail station
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 Prilly
Location in Switzerland
Prilly
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Ouest Lausannois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.2 km2 (0.8 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 481 m (1,578 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 12,360 | |
| • Density | 5,620/km2 (14,600/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1008
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| Surrounded by | Jouxtens-Mézery, Lausanne, Renens, Romanel-sur-Lausanne | |
| Twin towns | Giubiasco (Switzerland) | |
Prilly is a town in Switzerland. It is located in the Vaud area, which is called a canton. Prilly is a western part of the bigger city of Lausanne.
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History of Prilly
Prilly was first mentioned a very long time ago, around the years 976-977. Back then, it was known by a different name, Presliacus. Later, by 1185, its name had changed to Prillie.
Exploring Prilly's Geography
Prilly covers an area of about 2.19 square kilometers (0.85 square miles). A small part of this land, about 11%, is used for farming. Another small part, about 6.4%, is covered by forests. Most of Prilly, about 82.2%, is built up with buildings and roads.
The built-up areas include buildings for businesses and homes. Roads and other ways to get around make up a good part of it too. There are also parks and sports fields where people can play.
Prilly used to be part of the Lausanne District. But in 2006, it became part of a new area called Ouest Lausannois. The town of Prilly grew along the road that connects Lausanne and Jougne. It is now part of the larger city area of Lausanne. Prilly also includes smaller areas called Le Chasseur, La Fleur-de-Lys, and L'Union. These areas grew along the road to Neuchâtel.
Prilly's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Prilly has a special design. It is split into two colors: red and green. On top of these colors, there is a golden fleur de lys. A fleur de lys is a symbol that looks like a lily flower.
Who Lives in Prilly?
Prilly is home to over 10,000 people. Many different people live here. About 36.9% of the people living in Prilly are from other countries.
Most people in Prilly speak French. This is about 80% of the population. The next most common language is Italian, spoken by about 4.6% of people. About 3.3% of the people speak German.
Many people who live in Prilly were born there. Others were born in different parts of Switzerland or in other countries around the world.
The population of Prilly has changed over time. You can see how the number of people living in Prilly has grown or shrunk in the chart below:
Prilly's Economy and Jobs
In Prilly, many people have jobs. Some people work in farming, which is called the primary sector. Others work in factories or construction, which is the secondary sector. The largest number of people work in the tertiary sector. This includes jobs like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, and healthcare.
Many people travel into Prilly for work each day. Also, many people who live in Prilly travel to other towns for their jobs. About 32.6% of workers use public transport to get to work. About 48.6% use their own cars.
Religion in Prilly
Many different religions are practiced in Prilly. The largest groups are Roman Catholic and Swiss Reformed Church members. There are also people who belong to Orthodox Christian churches. Other Christian churches are present too. Some people in Prilly are Islamic or Jewish. There are also people who follow Buddhism or Hinduism. A number of people do not belong to any church.
Getting Around Prilly: Transport
Prilly has good ways to get around. There are four train stations in the town. These stations connect Prilly to bigger cities like Geneva and Lausanne. There are also local train lines. Besides trains, Prilly has bus and trolleybus services. These help people travel easily within the town and to nearby areas.
Education in Prilly
Education is important in Prilly. Many adults have finished high school. Some have gone on to get higher education from a university or a special college.
The schools in Prilly serve many students. Children can attend pre-school, which is not required but is offered. Then they go to primary school for four years. After that, they attend lower secondary school for six years. Some students also learn at home or in other special schools.
Prilly has a public library called Communale de Prilly. It has many books and other media. The library lends out thousands of items each year. It is open many days a week for students and everyone else to use.
Famous People from Prilly
- Charles Rist (1874 – 1955): He was a French economist.
- Arthur Fonjallaz (1875 – 1944): He was a Swiss military figure and publisher.
- Lauriane Gilliéron (born 1984): She is a Swiss actress, model, and beauty queen. She was Miss Switzerland in 2005. She grew up in Prilly.
See also
In Spanish: Prilly para niños
