Knurów
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Knurów is a city located in Silesia, southern Poland, near Katowice. Historically part of Piast-ruled Poland, it later belonged to Bohemia, Prussia, and Germany. The town experienced rapid growth during the Industrial Revolution due to its coal reserves.
Statistics
Area
33.95 km²
Population
36,498