Siliana Governorate facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Siliana
سليانة
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Map of Tunisia with Siliana highlighted
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| Country | Tunisia |
| Created | June 5, 1974 |
| Capital | Siliana |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4,642 km2 (1,792 sq mi) |
| Area rank | Ranked 12th of 24 |
| Population
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| • Total | 223,087 |
| • Rank | Ranked 20th of 24 |
| • Density | 48.058/km2 (124.471/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+01 (CET) |
| Postal prefix |
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| ISO 3166 code | TN-34 |
The Siliana Governorate (which is Wilāyat Silyānah in Arabic) is one of the 24 areas called governorates in Tunisia. It is located in the northern part of the country. This area covers about 4,631 square kilometers. In 2014, around 223,087 people lived there. The main city and capital of the Siliana Governorate is Siliana.
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What is a Governorate?
A governorate is like a large region or province. It is a way that countries like Tunisia divide their land. This helps to organize the government and services for people. Each governorate has its own capital city.
Where is Siliana Located?
The Siliana Governorate is in the northern part of Tunisia. It is an inland area, meaning it does not touch the sea. Its location is important for connecting different parts of the country.
Size and Population
Siliana Governorate is a medium-sized area in Tunisia. It covers about 4,631 square kilometers. This makes it the 12th largest out of 24 governorates.
In 2014, over 223,000 people lived here. This makes it the 20th most populated governorate. The number of people living in an area is called its population.
The Capital City
The capital city of the Siliana Governorate is also called Siliana. This city is the center for government and business in the region. Many important offices and services are found there.
History of the Governorate
The Siliana Governorate was officially created on June 5, 1974. Before this, it was part of other regions. Creating it as its own governorate helped focus on the needs of the people living there.
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