Oświęcim

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Oświęcim

Name

Oświęcim

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Oświęcim is a city in southern Poland, known for being the site of the Auschwitz concentration camp. It lies on the Vistula river and has a history dating back to the 13th century. The town served as an important trade center during the medieval period.

Statistics

Area

30.30 km²

Population

36,956

Location