Zele
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Zele is a municipality situated in the East Flanders province of Belgium, approximately 20 kilometers east of Ghent. The town's name originates from the Old Dutch word "seli", signifying a main building or settlement. Notable figures from Zele include former Belgian Prime Minister Pierre de Decker and athlete Christophe Impens.
Statistics
Area
33.06 km²
Population
21,374