# Koźle

> human settlement

**Wikidata**: [Q364601](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q364601)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koźle)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kozle

## Summary
Koźle is a human settlement in Poland, originally founded in 1104. It is located within the Kędzierzyn-Koźle administrative region and has been classified as both a city (from 1281 to 1975) and a quarter (since 1975). The settlement is part of the broader Kędzierzyn-Koźle municipality and has a postal code of 47-200.

## Key Facts
- **Founded**: 1104
- **Classification**:
  - City (1281–1975)
  - Quarter (since 1975)
- **Location**: Kędzierzyn-Koźle, Poland
- **Coordinates**: 50.335278°N, 18.145833°E
- **Postal Code**: 47-200
- **Time Zone**:
  - Standard Time: UTC+01:00 (Central European Time)
  - Daylight Saving Time: UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time)
- **Aliases**: Cosel, Kozle, Козель
- **Identifiers**:
  - GND ID: 5058331-1
  - VIAF ID: 156015282
  - Geonames ID: 3094871
  - Freebase ID: /m/0b6ctk
  - OpenWeatherMap City ID: 3094871
  - Museum Digital Place ID: 31000
  - Numista Ruling Authority ID: 6219
- **Described By**:
  - Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary
  - Sytin Military Encyclopedia
  - Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron
  - Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition
- **Wikipedia Languages**: Cebuano, German, English, Dutch, Polish

## FAQs
**What is the current classification of Koźle?**
Koźle is classified as a quarter, having been reclassified from a city in 1975.

**When was Koźle founded?**
Koźle was founded in 1104.

**What are the time zones observed in Koźle?**
Koźle observes UTC+01:00 (Central European Time) during standard time and UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time) during daylight saving time.

**What are the postal and geographic identifiers for Koźle?**
Koźle has a postal code of 47-200 and coordinates of 50.335278°N, 18.145833°E.

**What are the aliases for Koźle?**
Koźle is also known as Cosel, Kozle, and Козель.

## Why It Matters
Koźle is a historically significant settlement in Poland, with roots dating back to 1104. Its classification as a city from 1281 to 1975 reflects its historical importance, though it has since been reclassified as a quarter. The settlement’s geographic and administrative details, such as its coordinates and postal code, are essential for navigation and communication. Additionally, its inclusion in various encyclopedic sources underscores its cultural and historical relevance.

## Notable For
- Founded in 1104, one of the earliest recorded settlements in the region.
- Served as a city from 1281 to 1975, indicating its historical administrative status.
- Reclassified as a quarter in 1975, reflecting changes in administrative boundaries.
- Part of the Kędzierzyn-Koźle municipality, highlighting its regional significance.
- Recognized in multiple encyclopedic sources, including the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Sytin Military Encyclopedia.

## Body
### History
Koźle was founded in 1104, making it one of the older settlements in the region. It held the status of a city from 1281 until 1975, when it was reclassified as a quarter. This reclassification was part of broader administrative changes in Poland.

### Geography and Administration
Koźle is located within the Kędzierzyn-Koźle administrative region, with precise coordinates of 50.335278°N, 18.145833°E. It has a postal code of 47-200, facilitating mail services. The settlement is part of the broader Kędzierzyn-Koźle municipality, indicating its role as a local administrative unit.

### Time Zone
Koźle observes two time zones:
- **Standard Time**: UTC+01:00 (Central European Time)
- **Daylight Saving Time**: UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time)

### Identifiers and References
Koźle is referenced in various databases and encyclopedias, including:
- **GND ID**: 5058331-1
- **VIAF ID**: 156015282
- **Geonames ID**: 3094871
- **Freebase ID**: /m/0b6ctk
- **OpenWeatherMap City ID**: 3094871
- **Museum Digital Place ID**: 31000
- **Numista Ruling Authority ID**: 6219

### Encyclopedic Recognition
Koźle is described in multiple encyclopedic sources, including:
- **Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary**
- **Sytin Military Encyclopedia**
- **Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron**
- **Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition**

### Wikipedia Presence
Koźle has Wikipedia entries in multiple languages, including Cebuano, German, English, Dutch, and Polish.

### Aliases
Koźle is also known by the aliases Cosel, Kozle, and Козель, reflecting its historical and linguistic variations.

## References

1. archINFORM
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. Czech National Authority Database
5. GeoNames
6. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
7. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File