Paderborn
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Paderborn is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, serving as the capital of the Paderborn district. Founded as a bishopric by Charlemagne in 795, it became a significant religious and imperial center. The city suffered extensive damage during WWII, but was rebuilt and became a major industrial hub.
Statistics
Area
179.59 km²
Population
155,749