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Kladno, the largest city in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic, boasts a rich history dating back to the 14th century. Located close to Prague, it covers an area of 36.97 km² and has a population of 68,551. Once a small village, Kladno evolved into a town with its own coat of arms in 1543. Today, it is known for industries like the Poldi steel factory and modern companies such as LEGO and Dr. Oetker. With notable landmarks including the Town Hall, Church of the Assumption, and St. Florian’s Chapel, Kladno offers both cultural and educational facilities.
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Kladno • Kladno isthe largest city of the Central Bohemian Region. • Location: close to Prague, the capital of The Czech Republic • Area: 36,97 km² • Population: 68 551 inhabitants • Density: 1,897 / km2 Obr. 1.
History • The first written evidence of Kladno dates back to the 14th century. • There was only a small village which was owned by the family Kladensti of Kladnoatthat time. • In 1543, the lords Zdarsti of Zdar took over the possession of Kladno and the village was promoted a townlet, which gave Kladno a privilege to use its own coat of arms. Obr. 2.
Industry • Poldi steel factory, the region's largest employer. The factory still stands but has been divided into smaller entities after privatization and there have been changes in ownership. • The mining industry began here in 1842, nowadays all the mines are closed. • A series of Western European companies has established production in Kladno, including Quickstep Laminate Floors, Dr. Oetker, NKT Cables and Lego.
Placesofinterest : • Town Hall on Mayor Pavel Square • Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary • Virgin Mary Statuary • Chateau in Zadusni Street • St. Florian‘s Chapel • Fountain and the statue of St. Jan Nepomucky • The Building of the Archdeanery
General information • The city is part of the Prague metropolitan area. • Itisthe 13th largest city in the Czech Republic. • TheMayor of the town is Dan Jiránek. • Kladno has 6 town‘s districts ( Rozdělov, Kročehlavy, Švermov, Dubí, Ostrovec, Vrapice). • There are 10 primaryschools, 4 secondaryscools and 4 Universities. Obr. 3.
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