Sainte-Magnance facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sainte-Magnance
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 Sainte-Magnance
Location in France
Sainte-Magnance
Location in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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| Country | France |
| Region | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté |
| Department | Yonne |
| Arrondissement | Avallon |
| Canton | Guillon |
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19.37 km2 (7.48 sq mi) |
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394 |
| • Density | 20.341/km2 (52.68/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
| INSEE/Postal code |
89351 /89420
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| Elevation | 230–379 m (755–1,243 ft) |
| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | |
Sainte-Magnance is a small and charming place in the heart of France. It is known as a commune, which is like a local town or village area. You can find Sainte-Magnance in the Yonne department.
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Discovering Sainte-Magnance
Sainte-Magnance is located in the central part of France. It is part of the Yonne department. This area is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history.
What is a Commune?
In France, a commune is the smallest unit of local government. It is similar to a town or a civil parish. Each commune has its own mayor and local council. Sainte-Magnance is one of many communes in France.
Size and Population
Sainte-Magnance covers an area of about 19.37 square kilometers. That is roughly 7.5 square miles. In 2006, about 394 people lived there. This makes it a very small and peaceful community.
Historical Connections
The village of Sainte-Magnance has a connection to history. There is a tomb in the area named after Magnance. This tomb is a historical landmark. It reminds us of the past people and stories of the region.
Images for kids
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Magnance tomb, Victor Petit, 1870
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Magnance tomb
See also
In Spanish: Sainte-Magnance para niños
