Sion, Switzerland

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Sion, Switzerland?Rhône valley, Valais canton, Switzerland
2. How many people live in Sion, Switzerland?Approximately 34,978 (as of December 2020)
3. How big is Sion, Switzerland?Specific area data not provided in source, but it is a municipality
4. What is the capital of Sion, Switzerland?Capital of the canton of Valais and the district of Sion
5. What language do people speak in Sion, Switzerland?Primarily French, with German also spoken
6. When was Sion, Switzerland built?Ancient origins, with historical development evident through mergers and landmarks

Viticulture: The cultivation of grapevines and the production of wine.
Cantonal Capital: The primary administrative and political center of a Swiss canton.
Municipality: A self-governing local administrative region, responsible for local governance and services.
Microclimate: A localized set of atmospheric conditions that differ from those of the wider area.