Saint-Pantaléon, Vaucluse facts for kids
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Saint-Pantaléon
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12th century church in Saint-Pantaléon
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 Saint-Pantaléon
Location in France
Saint-Pantaléon
Location in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | |
| Department | Vaucluse | |
| Arrondissement | Apt | |
| Canton | Gordes | |
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0.78 km2 (0.30 sq mi) | |
| Population
(1999)
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177 | |
| • Density | 226.9/km2 (588/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
84114 /84220
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Saint-Pantaléon, Vaucluse is a small village in the south of France. It is known as a commune, which is a type of local government area in France. In 2015, about 222 people lived there.
Saint-Pantaléon is located in the Vaucluse department. This department is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. It's a beautiful area known for its sunny weather and charming villages.
About Saint-Pantaléon
Saint-Pantaléon is a peaceful place. It covers a very small area, only about 0.78 square kilometers. This makes it one of the smaller communes in France.
The village is named after Saint Pantaleon, a Christian saint. Many old churches in France are named after saints.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. Think of it like a town or a small city. Each commune has its own mayor and local council.
The mayor helps run the village. They make decisions about local services. These services include things like roads and public spaces.
History and Landmarks
Saint-Pantaléon has a long history. The village is home to a beautiful church. This church was built in the 12th century, which means it is over 800 years old!
Old buildings like this church are important. They show us what life was like many centuries ago. They are also popular places for visitors to see.
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