Senlis, Oise facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Senlis
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Hauts-de-France | |
| Department | Oise | |
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24.05 km2 (9.29 sq mi) | |
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15,789 | |
| • Density | 656.51/km2 (1,700.3/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
60612 /60300
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| Elevation | 47–140 m (154–459 ft) (avg. 76 m or 249 ft) |
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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. | ||
Senlis is a charming town in the Oise department of France. It's officially called a "commune," which is like a local administrative area in France. Senlis is known for its rich history, especially because many early French kings, like Hugues Capet and Saint Louis, once lived here. This makes Senlis a very important place in French history.
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Discovering Senlis
Senlis is located in the Oise department, which is in the northern part of France. The town sits on the Nonette River, a small river that flows through the area. Senlis is not far from Paris, making it easy to visit.
Town Size and Population
Senlis covers an area of about 24 square kilometers (9.3 square miles). In 2012, around 15,789 people lived there. The town's elevation, or how high it is above sea level, ranges from 47 to 140 meters (154 to 459 feet). The average elevation is 76 meters (249 feet).
What is a Commune?
In France, a "commune" is the smallest unit of local government. It's like a town or a city. Each commune has a mayor and a local council that manage its affairs. Senlis is one of many communes in France.
Senlis and French Kings
Senlis has a very special connection to the early kings of France. It was a favorite place for many monarchs to live.
Hugues Capet
Hugues Capet was a very important king. He was the first king of the Capetian dynasty, which ruled France for many centuries. He was elected king in 987 AD. Hugues Capet spent time in Senlis, making the town an early center of royal power.
Saint Louis
Another famous king who lived in Senlis was Saint Louis. He ruled France in the 13th century. Saint Louis was known for his fairness and his strong religious beliefs. He was later made a saint. His presence in Senlis shows how important the town was to the French monarchy.
Images for kids
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A general view of Senlis, showing its historic charm.
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The coat of arms for the town of Senlis.
