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Katowice
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A major industrial and commercial city in the south of the country. While not the most tourist-focused, Katowice boasts a mix of beautiful historic and modern buildings, along with numerous museums and parks. The metropolitan area is also home to the "Silesian Regional Park of Culture and Recreation," one of Europe’s largest urban parks.
Overview of Katowice
Katowice is a major industrial and commercial city in the south of Poland. While not the most tourist-focused, it boasts a mix of beautiful historic and modern buildings, along with numerous museums and parks. The metropolitan area is also home to the "Silesian Regional Park of Culture and Recreation," one of Europe’s largest urban parks.
Key Facts
- Type of place: city.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Local time: .
- Population: 298,111 inhabitants (2017).
- Area: 164.60 km².
- Altitude: 266 m.
- Website: www.katowice.eu