Louny
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Louny is a district town in the Ústí nad Labem Region of the Czech Republic, situated on the Ohře River at the southern edge of the Bohemian Central Mountains. It is known for its historic town centre and notable architectural monuments, such as the Church of Saint Nicholas.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands of blue and white. In the centre of the blue stripe, there is a yellow six-pointed star next to a yellow crescent with its horns facing towards the hoist.
Symbolism: The colours and figures are derived from the historical coat of arms and city seals of Louny. The six-pointed star and crescent represent traditional astral symbols connected with the town's history.
Flag Description: The flag consists of two horizontal bands of blue and white. In the centre of the blue stripe, there is a yellow six-pointed star next to a yellow crescent with its horns facing towards the hoist.
Symbolism: The colours and figures are derived from the historical coat of arms and city seals of Louny. The six-pointed star and crescent represent traditional astral symbols connected with the town's history.
Statistics
Area
24.27 km²
Population
18,000