Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche

Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche is a commune in the department, region of , . It is significant as the first place where kaolin was found in France, a discovery of great importance to French porcelain manufacturers.

Places of Interest

Highlights include Hôtel de la Morélie and Collégiale Saint-Yrieix de Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche.

Historic building
is a historic building.

Railway stop
Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche is a railway station in , , . The station is located on the Nexon–Brive railway line. The station is served by TER services operated by .

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Glandon.

Village
is a commune in the department in the region in west-central . Inhabitants are known as Glandonais. is situated 4½ km southeast of Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche.

Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche

Latitude
45.5144° or 45° 30′ 52″ north
Longitude
1.2033° or 1° 12′ 12″ east
Population
6,780
Elevation
351 metres (1,152 feet)
Open location code
8FQ3G673+Q8
Geo­Names ID
6445467
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Highlights include St-Yrieix Railway Station and Coussac-Bonneval Railway Station.

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