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About Canton of Thurgau
Canton of Thurgau is located in northeastern Switzerland, bordered by the canton of St. Gallen to the south, Zurich to the southwest, and Schaffhausen to the west. To the north, it shares a border with Germany, marked by the Rhine River. The capital of Thurgau is Frauenfeld, known for its charming old town and historical castle, which serves as a cultural hub for the region.
Thurgau covers an area of about 382 square miles (991 square kilometers) and has a population of 295,220[1]. The canton is divided into 5 districts, each with its unique character. Other notable towns include Kreuzlingen, which is adjacent to the German city of Konstanz, and Weinfelden, known for its vineyards. German is the primary language spoken in Thurgau. Established in 1803, the canton is known for its fertile land and apple orchards. It borders Lake Constance to the north, offering opportunities for water sports and leisure activities, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
The Facts:Capital: Frauenfeld.
Area: 382 sq mi (991 sq km).
Official language: German.
Population (December 2023): 295,220[1].
Districts: Arbon, Frauenfeld, Kreuzlingen, Münchwilen, Weinfelden.
Municipalities: Aadorf, Affeltrangen, Altnau, Amlikon-Bissegg, Amriswil, Arbon, Basadingen-Schlattingen, Berg, Berlingen, Bettwiesen, Bichelsee-Balterswil, Birwinken, Bischofszell, Bottighofen, Braunau, Bürglen, Bussnang, Diessenhofen, Dozwil, Egnach, Erlen, Ermatingen, Eschenz, Eschlikon, Felben-Wellhausen, Fischingen, Frauenfeld, Gachnang, Gottlieben, Güttingen, Hauptwil-Gottshaus, Hefenhofen, Herdern, Hohentannen, Homburg, Horn, Hüttlingen, Hüttwilen, Kemmental, Kesswil, Kradolf-Schönenberg, Kreuzlingen, Langrickenbach, Lengwil, Lommis, Mammern, Märstetten, Matzingen, Müllheim, Münchwilen, Münsterlingen, Neunforn, Pfyn, Raperswilen, Rickenbach, Roggwil, Romanshorn, Salenstein, Salmsach, Schlatt, Schönholzerswilen, Sirnach, Sommeri, Steckborn, Stettfurt, Sulgen, Tägerwilen, Thundorf, Tobel-Tägerschen, Uesslingen-Buch, Uttwil, Wagenhausen, Wäldi, Wängi, Warth-Weiningen, Weinfelden, Wigoltingen, Wilen, Wuppenau, Zihlschlacht-Sitterdorf.
References
1. "Federal Statistical Office.Last Updated: November 25, 2024
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