# Kranj

> city in Slovenia

**Wikidata**: [Q1021](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1021)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kranj)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kranj

## Summary
Kranj is a city located in Slovenia, situated within the Upper Carniola Statistical Region, and serves as the capital of both this region and the City Municipality of Kranj. Geographically, it lies near the confluence of the Sava and Kokra rivers at an elevation of approximately 386 to 387 meters. As of the 2022 census, the city has a population of 37,605.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of:** City
- **Location:** Upper Carniola Statistical Region; City Municipality of Kranj; historically the Duchy of Carniola (until 1918).
- **Country:** Slovenia (since June 25, 1991); formerly Yugoslavia (1918–1991) and the Austrian Empire (1804–1867).
- **Area:** 148 square kilometres.
- **Population:** 37,605 (2022, census).
- **Elevation:** 386–387 metres above sea level.
- **Coordinates:** 46.23887°N, 14.35561°E.
- **Postal Code:** 4000.
- **Timezone:** Central European Time (standard), Central European Summer Time (daylight saving).
- **Licence Plate Code:** KR.
- **Local Dialing Code:** 04.
- **UN/LOCODE:** SIKRJ.
- **ISO 3166-2 Code:** SI-052.
- **Official Name:** Kranj (pronounced ˈkɾàːn; since 1918); formerly Krainburg (until 1918).
- **Native Label:** Kranj.
- **Demonyms:** Kranjčan (masculine singular), Kranjčanka (feminine singular).
- **Twin Towns:** Oldham, Zemun, Senta, Amberg, Rivoli, Banja Luka (since 1965), Osijek, Pula, Herceg Novi, Kočani.
- **Website:** http://www.kranj.si/ (Slovene).

## FAQs
**What is the population of Kranj?**
According to the 2022 census, Kranj has a population of 37,605. Historical census data shows a steady increase from 15,981 in 1948 to 36,456 in 1991.

**What are the historical names and affiliations of Kranj?**
The city was historically known as Krainburg until 1918. It was part of the Duchy of Carniola until 1918, the Austrian Empire from 1804 to 1867, and Yugoslavia from 1918 to 1991, before becoming part of Slovenia in 1991.

**Where is Kranj located geographically?**
Kranj is located in the Upper Carniola Statistical Region of Slovenia. It sits at the confluence of the Sava and Kokra rivers and has an area of 148 square kilometers.

## Why It Matters
Kranj serves as a significant administrative and political center as the capital of the Upper Carniola Statistical Region and the City Municipality of Kranj. Its history as a large settlement is documented in multiple academic and encyclopedic sources, including Otto's Encyclopedia, the Great Russian Encyclopedia, and the Regesta Imperii. The city's twinning with ten other European municipalities highlights its role in international cooperation and cultural exchange. Its demographic records and geographic data make it a key location for statistical and geographical studies in Slovenia.

## Notable For
- Being the capital of the Upper Carniola Statistical Region.
- Having a long history of state affiliation, transitioning from the Austrian Empire to Yugoslavia, and finally to Slovenia.
- Its precise demographic tracking, with census data available spanning from 1948 to 2022.
- Its international connections, being twinned with cities such as Banja Luka, Oldham, and Amberg.
- Being located at the confluence of two rivers, the Sava and the Kokra.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Kranj is an urban settlement situated in Europe within the continent's Central European Time zone. The city's precise coordinates are 46.23887° N latitude and 14.35561° E longitude. It covers a total area of 148 square kilometres. The city is located in or next to the bodies of water: the Sava River and the Kokra River. Its elevation is recorded as being between 386 and 387 metres above sea level.

### History and Governance
Historically, Kranj was known as Krainburg. It was part of the Duchy of Carniola until 1918. Prior to its current national status, the city was part of the Austrian Empire from August 11, 1804, to March 29, 1867. It later became part of Yugoslavia on December 1, 1918, and remained so until June 25, 1991, when it became part of the modern state of Slovenia. Since 1918, the city has been located within the administrative boundaries of the City Municipality of Kranj.

### Demographics
The population of Kranj has been tracked extensively through censuses.
- **1948 (March 15):** 15,981
- **1953 (March 31):** 17,827
- **1961 (March 31):** 21,477
- **1971 (March 31):** 27,211
- **1981 (March 31):** 33,520
- **1991 (March 31):** 36,456
- **2020 (Jan 1):** 37,941 (18,920 male, 19,021 female)
- **2022:** 37,605 (preferred value)

### Administration and Codes
The city is identified by various international and national codes. Its UN/LOCODE is SIKRJ, and its ISO 3166-2 code is SI-052. Other identifiers include a FIPS 10-4 code of SI52, a GeoNames ID of 3197378, and a Who's On First ID of 85677405. The city is served by the postal code 4000 and uses the licence plate code KR.

### Culture and External Relations
Kranj maintains twinning relationships with several cities: Oldham, Zemun, Senta, Amberg, Rivoli, Banja Luka, Osijek, Pula, Herceg Novi, and Kočani. The city is categorized under "Category:Kranj" and has associated categories for people born there, people who died there, and honorary citizens. It is described by sources such as Brockhaus Enzyklopädie, the Encyclopedia of China, and the Hrvatska Enciklopedija.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. BnF authorities
3. [Source](https://www.iso.org/obp/ui/#iso:code:3166:SI)
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. MusicBrainz
6. [Source](http://pop-stat.mashke.org/slovenia-cities.htm)
7. Slovene Wikipedia
8. [Prebivalstvo - izbrani kazalniki, naselja, Slovenija, letno. Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia](https://pxweb.stat.si/SiStatData/pxweb/sl/Data/-/05C5004S.px/)
9. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0
10. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/si.htm)
11. BabelNet
12. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)