Kolín
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Kolín is a town in the Central Bohemian Region, founded in the 13th century by King Ottokar II. It lies on the Elbe River and was historically significant due to silver mining and its location on a major trade route. The town centre is preserved as an urban monument reservation.
Statistics
Area
34.99 km²
Population
33,444