Gorzów Wielkopolski

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Gorzów Wielkopolski (Polish pronunciation: [ˈɡɔʐuv vjɛlkɔˈpɔlskʲi] ; formerly German: Landsberg an der Warthe), often simplified to Gorzów, is a city in western Poland, located on the Warta River. Alongside Zielona Góra, it is one of the two principal cities and seats of the Lubusz Voivodeship, with a population of 114,567 as of 30 June 2024. The city has a history dating back to the 13th century and serves as a cultural, economic, and industrial hub in the region. Gorzów Wielkopolski is home to several historical landmarks, green spaces, and educational institutions, and is known for its strong tradition in speedway racing. Around Gorzów, there are two large forest areas: Gorzów Woods to the north, where the Barlinek-Gorzów Landscape Park is situated, and Noteć Woods to the southeast. The biggest oil fields in Poland are located near Gorzów.

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