# Kąty Wrocławskie

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q992920](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q992920)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kąty_Wrocławskie)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/katy-wrocawskie

## Summary  
Kąty Wrocławskie is a city in southwestern Poland, founded in 1297, with a population of 7,176 as of 2021. It serves as the administrative center of Gmina Kąty Wrocławskie and is located at coordinates 51.03°N, 16.77°E.  

## Key Facts  
- Founded in 1297.  
- Population: 7,176 (2021 Polish census); 7,028 (2020 estimate).  
- Area: 6.35 km².  
- Elevation: 138 meters above sea level.  
- Coordinates: 51.0333° N, 16.7667° E.  
- Country: Poland.  
- Timezone: UTC+1 (standard time), UTC+2 (daylight saving time).  
- Website: http://www.katywroclawskie.pl.  
- Postal code: 55-080.  
- Twin towns: Biblis (Germany), Żerków (Poland), Mignaloux-Beauvoir (France).  
- Historical names: Kanth, Canth (bis 1930).  
- GND IDs: 10160211-X (Kanth/Canth), 4230148-8 (Kąty Wrocławskie).  
- VIAF ID: 238441693.  
- SIMC code: 0987124.  
- TERC municipality code: 0223044.  
- UN/LOCODE: PLKYW.  
- Male population (2021): 3,447; Female population (2021): 3,729.  
- Coat of arms and flag images documented on Wikimedia Commons.  

## FAQs  
**When was Kąty Wrocławskie founded?**  
The city was founded in 1297.  

**What are the geographical coordinates of Kąty Wrocławskie?**  
51.0333° N, 16.7667° E.  

**What is the current population?**  
As of the 2021 Polish census, the population is 7,176.  

**What towns is Kąty Wrocławskie twinned with?**  
Biblis (Germany), Żerków (Poland), and Mignaloux-Beauvoir (France).  

**What historical names has the city had?**  
Kanth and Canth (used until 1930).  

**What is the city’s elevation?**  
138 meters above sea level.  

**Where can I find the city’s official website?**  
http://www.katywroclawskie.pl.  

## Why It Matters  
Kąty Wrocławskie holds historical significance as a settlement dating to the 13th century and serves as a municipal seat, anchoring local administration and culture. Its twinning with cities in Germany, Poland, and France underscores its role in fostering international connections. The city’s documented history, population trends, and cultural artifacts (e.g., coat of arms, flag) reflect its enduring presence in Poland’s social and geographic landscape.  

## Notable For  
- Founded in the medieval period (1297).  
- Municipal seat of Gmina Kąty Wrocławskie.  
- Historical name changes from Kanth/Canth to Kąty Wrocławskie.  
- Featured in *Otto’s Encyclopedia*.  
- Possesses a coat of arms and flag officially registered on Wikimedia Commons.  
- Population growth from 7,028 (2020) to 7,176 (2021).  

## Body  

### History  
Kąty Wrocławskie was established in 1297. Historically known as **Kanth** or **Canth** (used until 1930), the city’s name evolved to its current Polish form. It is distinguished from the entity **Q11862793**, ensuring clarity in historical records.  

### Geography & Demographics  
- **Location**: 51.0333° N, 16.7667° E, in southwestern Poland, Europe.  
- **Area**: 6.35 km².  
- **Elevation**: 138 meters above sea level.  
- **Population**:  
  - 7,176 (2021 Polish census, male: 3,447; female: 3,729).  
  - 7,028 (2020 estimate).  
- **Timezone**: UTC+1 (Central European Time) and UTC+2 (Central European Summer Time).  

### Administration  
- **Capital of**: Gmina Kąty Wrocławskie.  
- **Postal code**: 55-080.  
- **TERC code**: 0223044.  
- **SIMC code**: 0987124.  
- **UN/LOCODE**: PLKYW.  

### International Relations  
The city maintains twinning agreements with **Biblis** (Germany), **Żerków** (Poland), and **Mignaloux-Beauvoir** (France), fostering cultural and economic ties.  

### Culture & Media  
- **Images**: Flag, coat of arms, and town hall photos are archived on Wikimedia Commons.  
- **Documentation**: Featured in *Otto’s Encyclopedia* and recorded in the MusicBrainz database (ID: 78dc0802-087f-491c-b01a-8ab4ad64e64d).  
- **Archival Context**: Herder Institute image archive.  

### Identifiers & Classifications  
- **GND IDs**: 10160211-X (Kanth/Canth) and 4230148-8 (Kąty Wrocławskie).  
- **VIAF ID**: 238441693.  
- **GeoNames ID**: 3096444.  
- **MusicBrainz Area ID**: 78dc0802-087f-491c-b01a-8ab4ad64e64d.  
- **ArchINFORM ID**: 50391.  
- **FactGrid Item ID**: Harald Morscher.  

### Digital Presence  
- **Website**: http://www.katywroclawskie.pl.  
- **Wikimedia**: Commons category, locator map, and Wikipedia entries in 25 languages (e.g., Polish, English, German).  

### Miscellaneous  
- **Aliases**: Kanth, Canth, Кант.  
- **Category for Deaths**: “Deaths in Kąty Wrocławskie” (Wikimedia Commons).  
- **SNARC ID**: Northeim.  
- **Freebase ID**: /m/027vd8m.  
- **Who’s On First ID**: 101822825.

## References

1. archINFORM
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. Czech National Authority Database
5. MusicBrainz
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210423044-0987124?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210423044-0987124?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
8. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210423044-0987124?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
9. GeoNames
10. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)