Olecko
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Olecko is a town in northeastern Poland situated in the Masuria region at the mouth of the Lega River. Founded in 1560 by Albert, Duke of Prussia, it was originally known as Margrabowa and served as a seat for local starosts. The town's coat of arms reflects its historical ties to the Hohenzollern dynasty.
Statistics
Area
11.60 km²
Population
16,076