Poděbrady
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Poděbrady is a spa town in the Central Bohemian Region, situated on the Elbe River. The town's history dates back to 1223, becoming a royal possession under Ottokar II, who built a stone castle. It gained town privileges in 1472 from King George of Poděbrady.
Statistics
Area
33.69 km²
Population
15,232