Saint-Jean-de-Paracol facts for kids
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Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
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A general view of Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
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 Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
Location in France
Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
Location in Occitanie
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| Country | France |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Department | Aude |
| Arrondissement | Limoux |
| Canton | La Haute-Vallée de l'Aude |
| Intercommunality | Aude en Pyrénées |
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7.08 km2 (2.73 sq mi) |
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(Jan. 2021)
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
11346 /11260
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| Elevation | 316–726 m (1,037–2,382 ft) (avg. 600 m or 2,000 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Saint-Jean-de-Paracol is a small village, also known as a commune, located in the southern part of France. In 2017, about 124 people lived there. It is part of the Occitanie region and is found in the Aude department. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and quiet, rural life.
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Discovering Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
Saint-Jean-de-Paracol is a peaceful place in the French countryside. It is nestled in the Aude department, which is in the south of France. The village is part of the larger Occitanie region.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is like a small town or village that has its own local government. It's the smallest way that France is divided up for administrative purposes. Saint-Jean-de-Paracol is one of many communes in the country.
Where is Saint-Jean-de-Paracol Located?
The village is situated in a part of France that is close to the Pyrenees mountains. This means it has a varied landscape, with both hills and valleys. The area is often sunny and has a Mediterranean feel.
Geography and Nature
Saint-Jean-de-Paracol is found at an elevation of about 600 meters (around 1,968 feet) above sea level. The land around the village ranges from 316 meters (1,037 feet) to 726 meters (2,382 feet) high. The total area of the commune is about 7.08 square kilometers (2.73 square miles). This makes it a relatively small area, perfect for exploring nature.
Local Government
Like all communes in France, Saint-Jean-de-Paracol has a mayor and a local council that help run the village.
The Mayor of Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
From 2008 to 2014, the mayor of Saint-Jean-de-Paracol was Serge Weinberg. The mayor is the head of the local government and helps make decisions for the community. They work with other local officials to manage things like public services and local projects.
Working Together with Other Communes
Saint-Jean-de-Paracol is also part of a group of communes called "Aude en Pyrénées." This group works together on bigger projects that benefit all the villages in the area, like managing resources or developing tourism.
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A general view of Saint-Jean-de-Paracol
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Jean-de-Paracol para niños
