Radnice
Radnice (Czech pronunciation: [ˈradɲɪtsɛ]) is a town in the Plzeň Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 1,800 inhabitants. It lies some 20 km (12 mi) to the northeast from the region capital of Plzeň.
Radnice | |
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Town | |
 The central square | |
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  Radnice Location in the Czech Republic | |
| Coordinates: 49°51′27″N 13°36′26″E | |
| Country |  Czech Republic |
| Region | Plzeň |
| District | Rokycany |
| First mentioned | 1336 |
| Parts | List
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| Government | |
| • Mayor | Jan Altman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.64 km2 (4.11 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 382 m (1,253 ft) |
| Population (2020-01-01[1]) | |
| • Total | 1,822 |
| • Density | 170/km2 (440/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 338 28 |
| Website | www |
Radnice is also the seat of the Municipality with Commissioned Local Authority within the Plzeň Municipality with Extended Competence.
In 19th century coal mining developed in vicinity of Radnice igniting industrial development, especially in the territory of Břasy. Radnice coal basin was depleted in 20th century and the region has partially reverted to the rural economy.
Transport
The town is located on a train line leading from Ejpovice. There is a train station which is served by regional trains.
Notable people
- Kaspar Maria von Sternberg (1761–1838), scientist, founder of the National Museum in Prague
- Isaac Mayer Wise (1819–1900), American Reform rabbi
- Joseph Lewi (1820–1897), Jewish physician
- Václav Kotva (1922–2004), actor
See also
References
- "Population of Municipalities – 1 January 2020". Czech Statistical Office. 2020-04-30.
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