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Poznań

City in west-central Poland located on the Warta River.

Poznan

Poznań is a city in west-central Poland, located on the Warta River. It's a major industrial, commercial, and cultural hub, known for its historic Old Town, Renaissance architecture, and the long-standing tradition of hosting international trade events.

Pronunciation

/pɔˈznan/

Etymology

Poznań derives from the Old Polish name *Požnan*, meaning 'near the marsh'.

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Poznań is a city in west-central Poland, known for its Renaissance Old Town and international trade fairs.

Fun Facts

Poznań hosted the FIFA World Cup in 2018
The city's name is derived from 'Poznan', a Slavic word meaning 'before'
Poznań has a historic town hall with a distinctive Renaissance facade

FAQ

What is Poznań? A city in west-central Poland
Where is it located? On the Warta River
What is it known for? Renaissance Old Town and trade fairs

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