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Zouafques is a small and interesting commune located in the northern part of France. It is found in the region called Nord-Pas-de-Calais, which is a beautiful area. Zouafques is also part of the Pas-de-Calais department.

Blason Zouafques
The official coat of arms for Zouafques.

Zouafques: A French Village

Zouafques is a quiet place in France. It is known as a "commune," which is like a small town or village. Communes are the smallest type of administrative area in France. They help organize local life for people living there.

Where is Zouafques?

Zouafques is located in the northern part of France. It is part of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. This region is close to the border with Belgium. It is also part of the Pas-de-Calais department. This department is famous for its long coastline along the English Channel.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is a local area. It is similar to a city, town, or village. Each commune has its own local government. This government helps manage things like schools, roads, and public services. Zouafques is one of many communes in France.

Understanding Regions and Departments

France is divided into different areas to help manage the country.

  • A region is a large area. Think of it like a big state or province. Nord-Pas-de-Calais is one of these regions.
  • A department is a smaller area within a region. It is like a county. Pas-de-Calais is a department inside the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region.

These divisions help the government work better. They make sure that local needs are met.

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