Saignon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saignon
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| Country | France |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur |
| Department | Vaucluse |
| Arrondissement | Apt |
| Canton | Apt |
| Area
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19.6 km2 (7.6 sq mi) |
| Population
(1999)
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994 |
| • Density | 50.71/km2 (131.3/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84105 /84400
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| Elevation | 230–634 m (755–2,080 ft) (avg. 450 m or 1,480 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saignon is a small village in southeastern France. It is located in the Vaucluse area, which is a "department." A department is like a county or a state. Saignon is also part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur "region," which is a larger administrative area in France.
Saignon is known as a "commune," which is the smallest local government area in France. Think of it like a town or a municipality. The closest bigger town to Saignon is Apt.
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Life in Saignon
Even though Saignon is a small village, it has many useful places for its residents. You can find a bakery and cafe there, perfect for a snack or a drink. There are also two restaurants where people can enjoy meals.
The village has a general store where you can buy everyday items. For families, Saignon has a school with about 100 students. There is also a post office, which is important for sending and receiving mail.
Village History and Landmarks
Saignon has a long history, like many villages in France. It has old buildings and places that tell stories of the past.
Notre-Dame de Pitié
One important building is Notre-Dame de Pitié. This church was a stop for religious pilgrims. Pilgrims are people who travel to a holy place for religious reasons.
Abbaye Saint-Eusèbe
Another historical site is the Abbaye Saint-Eusèbe. An "abbaye" is a type of monastery. Today, this old building is used for private events.
Images for kids
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Notre-Dame de Pitié, a stop for religious pilgrims
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Main square in Saignon
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Abbaye Saint-Eusèbe, now used for private events
See also
In Spanish: Saignon para niños
