Dukovany

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Dukovany

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

About the place: Dukovany is a municipality and village in Třebíč District in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. It is best known nationally and internationally as the location of the Dukovany Nuclear Power Station.

Flag Description: The flag consists of three vertical stripes of red, white, and blue in a width ratio of 1:2:1. In the central white stripe is a free-standing red cross pattée. The aspect ratio of the flag is 2:3.

Symbolism: The red cross pattée on a white field represents the Knights Templar, who historically established a commandery in Dukovany during the Middle Ages. The red, white, and blue colors are derived from the municipal coat of arms and also evoke the Czech national colors.

Statistics

Area

20.37 km²

Population

854

Location