Semione facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Semione
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 Semione
Location in Switzerland
Semione
Location in Canton of Ticino
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Ticino | |
| District | Blenio | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.5 km2 (4.1 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 389 m (1,276 ft) | |
| Population
(December 2004)
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| • Total | 335 | |
| • Density | 31.90/km2 (82.6/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6714
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| Surrounded by | Biasca, Bodio, Ludiano, Malvaglia, Pollegio, Sobrio | |
Semione was once a small town, or a municipality, located in the Blenio district. This area is part of the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.
On April 1, 2012, Semione joined with two other nearby towns, Ludiano and Malvaglia. Together, they formed a brand new, larger municipality called Serravalle. So, Semione is no longer a separate town but is now a part of Serravalle.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a town or a city. It has its own local rules and services. Think of it as a small community with its own leaders and responsibilities.
In Switzerland, municipalities are the smallest units of government. They handle things like local schools, roads, and public services.
Switzerland's Cantons and Districts
Switzerland is divided into 26 larger areas called cantons. These are like states or provinces in other countries. Each canton has its own government and laws.
Ticino is one of these cantons, and it's where Semione (now part of Serravalle) is located. The official language spoken in Ticino is Italian.
Within each canton, there are smaller areas called districts. The Blenio district is one of these, and it's where Semione used to be. Districts help organize the many municipalities within a canton.
Why Towns Merge
Sometimes, smaller towns or municipalities decide to join together. This is called a merger. There are several reasons why towns might do this:
- Better Services: By combining, they can share resources and provide better services to their residents, like schools or emergency services.
- Stronger Economy: A larger town might attract more businesses and jobs.
- Easier Management: It can be simpler to manage a few larger towns than many very small ones.
When Semione, Ludiano, and Malvaglia merged, they created the new municipality of Serravalle. This means they now work together as one bigger community.
Images for kids
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A view of Semione
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The coat of arms for Semione
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A map showing the former municipality of Semione
See also
In Spanish: Semione para niños
