Torricella-Taverne facts for kids
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Torricella-Taverne
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 Torricella-Taverne
Location in Switzerland
Torricella-Taverne
Location in Canton of Ticino
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Ticino | |
| District | Lugano | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.25 km2 (2.03 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 427 m (1,401 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,072 | |
| • Density | 585.1/km2 (1,515.5/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6807 (Taverne)
6808 (Torricella) |
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| Surrounded by | Alto Malcantone, Bedano, Lamone, Mezzovico, Origlio, Ponte Capriasca, Sigirino | |
Torricella-Taverne is a town, also called a municipality, located in the Lugano area of Ticino, a canton (like a state) in Switzerland.
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Geography of Torricella-Taverne
Torricella-Taverne covers an area of about 5.24 square kilometers (2.02 square miles). A big part of this land, about 68.9%, is covered by forests. Another 15.3% is used for farming.
About 18.1% of the area has buildings and roads. A small part, 0.6%, is made up of rivers or lakes. The remaining 2.7% is land that cannot be used for farming or building.
Coat of Arms
The blazon (description) of the town's coat of arms is quite detailed. It shows a black eagle standing on two red towers. These towers rise from a blue base. There is also a small white stripe across the blue base.
People Living in Torricella-Taverne
Torricella-Taverne has a population of about 3,000 people. As of 2008, almost 28.4% of the people living here were from other countries. Over ten years, from 1997 to 2007, the number of people living in the town grew by 7%.
Most people in Torricella-Taverne speak Italian, about 86.2%. The next most common language is German, spoken by 6.8% of the people. About 1.7% of the population speaks French.
In 2008, there were slightly more women (51.4%) than men (48.6%) living in the town.
The population changes each year due to births, deaths, and people moving in or out. In 2008, more people moved into Torricella-Taverne than moved out.
Age Groups in Torricella-Taverne
As of 2009, the town has a mix of different age groups:
- About 10.4% of the population are children aged 0 to 9 years old.
- Around 11.0% are teenagers aged 10 to 19.
- Adults aged 20 to 59 make up the largest part of the population, about 58%.
- People aged 60 and older make up about 20.6% of the population.
Homes in Torricella-Taverne
In 2000, there were 1,036 homes in Torricella-Taverne. On average, about 2.6 people lived in each home. Most of the buildings were single-family homes, making up about 70.6% of all inhabited buildings.
Historical Population Growth
The number of people living in Torricella-Taverne has changed a lot over the years. Here's how the population has grown:
Economy and Jobs
In 2007, the unemployment rate in Torricella-Taverne was 3.58%. Many people work in different types of jobs:
- A small number of people work in the primary sector, which includes farming.
- More people work in the secondary sector, like manufacturing and construction.
- The largest number of people work in the tertiary sector, which includes services like shops, offices, and hotels.
Many people who live in Torricella-Taverne travel to other towns for work. Also, some people from other countries come to work in Torricella-Taverne. Most people use a private car to get to work, while some use public transportation.
Religion
Based on the 2000 census, most people in Torricella-Taverne are Roman Catholic, about 75%. About 8.5% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belong to other churches, and a small number did not state their religion.
Education in Torricella-Taverne
Education is important in Torricella-Taverne. Many adults (aged 25–64) have completed high school or gone on to higher education like university.
In 2009, there were 540 students in the town. The education system in Ticino (the canton) includes:
- Kindergarten: Up to three years of non-mandatory kindergarten. In 2009, 81 children were in kindergarten.
- Primary School: This program lasts for five years. There were 180 students in standard primary schools.
- Lower Secondary School: After primary school, students can choose different paths. Some go to a two-year middle school, while others attend a four-year program to prepare for university.
- Upper Secondary School: This level prepares students for a trade or for university. Students can attend school full-time or part-time while doing an internship.
- Professional Programs: These programs last three years and prepare students for jobs in fields like engineering or nursing.
Many students who live in Torricella-Taverne attend schools outside the municipality.
Interesting Buildings
Torricella-Taverne has some cool examples of modern architecture. One famous building is the Casa Tonini. It was designed by Bruno Reichlin and Fabio Reinhart in the 1970s. It shows influences from old Palladian villas.
Famous People
- Francesco Carlo Rusca (1693–1769) was a painter from this area. He was known for his portraits.
Getting Around
Torricella-Taverne has a train station called Taverne-Torricella station. It is located on the border with the nearby towns of Lamone and Bedano. This station is part of the important Gotthard railway line.
See also
In Spanish: Torricella-Taverne para niños
