# Olszyna

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q616551](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q616551)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olszyna)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/olszyna

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: City, border city (instance of)
- **Location**: Poland (country), Europe (continent), Gmina Olszyna (administrative area)
- **Area**: 20.26 square kilometres
- **Population**: 4,366 (as of 2021-03-31, per Polish census of 2021)
- **Population Breakdown (2021-03-31)**:
    - Male: 2,125
    - Female: 2,241
- **Coordinates**: 51.06722222222222, 15.37888888888889
- **Timezone**: Central European Time (UTC+01:00, standard), Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00, daylight saving)
- **Capital Of**: Gmina Olszyna
- **Postal Code**: 59-830
- **Historical Name**: Langenöls (official name until 1945)
- **Aliases**: Langenöls, Mittel Langenöls, Olszyna, Лангенёлс
- **Website**: http://www.olszyna.pl
- **Twin Town**: Ascheberg
- **Identifiers**:
    - GND ID: 7560997-6
    - GeoNames ID: 3090099
    - SIMC Place ID: 0191684
    - TERC Municipality Code: 0210054
    - Who's On First ID: 101841765
    - GNS Unique Feature ID: -519868
    - OpenWeatherMap City ID: 3090099
    - Museum Digital Place ID: 86653
    - Freebase ID: /m/02plrf6
    - FactGrid Item ID: Fritz Greiner
    - SNARC ID: Plauen

## FAQs
**What is the population of Olszyna?**
As of the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021, the population of Olszyna is 4,366. This figure is broken down into 2,125 males and 2,241 females.

**Where is Olszyna located?**
Olszyna is a city located in the country of Poland on the continent of Europe. It is situated within the administrative district of Gmina Olszyna, of which it is the capital.

**What are the geographical and time details for Olszyna?**
The city covers an area of 20.26 square kilometers and is positioned at coordinates 51.06722222222222 latitude and 15.37888888888889 longitude. It follows Central European Time (UTC+01:00) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving time.

**What was Olszyna formerly known as?**
Historically, the city's official name was Langenöls. This name was in use until 1945.

## Why It Matters
Olszyna serves as a significant local administrative hub as the capital of Gmina Olszyna. Its designation as a border city highlights its geographical and potentially strategic importance within Poland. The city's documented population and demographic breakdown provide essential data for regional planning and statistical analysis, reflecting its status as a measurable and distinct urban entity. Its twinning with Ascheberg suggests a commitment to international cooperation and cultural exchange.

## Notable For
- Being a **border city**, distinguishing it from many other inland cities in Poland.
- Serving as the **capital of Gmina Olszyna**, a key administrative role.
- Having a historical official name, **Langenöls**, which changed in 1945.
- A precise **demographic record** from the 2021 Polish census, detailing both total population and gender breakdown.
- A **twin town relationship** with Ascheberg.

## Body

### Geography and Administration
Olszyna is a city situated in Poland, within the continent of Europe. It is located in the administrative region known as Gmina Olszyna and serves as the capital of this gmina. The city is also designated as a border city. Its precise geographical coordinates are 51.06722222222222 latitude and 15.37888888888889 longitude. The city spans a total area of 20.26 square kilometres. For postal services, Olszyna uses the code 59-830. Administratively, it is identified by the TERC municipality code 0210054 and the SIMC place ID 0191684.

### Demographics
According to the Polish census of 2021, the city has a population of **4,366** people as of March 31, 2021. This population is composed of **2,125 males** and **2,241 females**. An earlier estimation from December 31, 2020, placed the population at 4,325.

### Time Zone
Olszyna operates within two time zones depending on the season. During standard time, it follows Central European Time (UTC+01:00). During daylight saving time, it switches to Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).

### History and Names
Historically, the city was officially known as **Langenöls** until 1945. It also has several aliases, including Mittel Langenöls and Лангенёлс. The native label for the city is Olszyna.

### Identifiers and External Links
Olszyna is cataloged in numerous databases and systems:
- **GND ID**: 7560997-6
- **GeoNames ID**: 3090099
- **Who's On First ID**: 101841765
- **GNS Unique Feature ID**: -519868
- **OpenWeatherMap City ID**: 3090099
- **Museum Digital Place ID**: 86653
- **Freebase ID**: /m/02plrf6
- **SNARC ID**: Plauen
- **FactGrid Item ID**: Fritz Greiner

### Media and Visuals
The city has an official website at http://www.olszyna.pl. Visual representations of Olszyna include:
- **Image**: Center_of_Olszyna_city_(6).jpg
- **Flag Image**: POL_Olszyna_flag.svg
- **Coat of Arms Image**: POL_Olszyna_COA.svg
- **Image Archive**: Herder Institute (Olszyna)
- **Commons Category**: Olszyna
- **Wikipedia Title**: Olszyna

The Wikipedia entry for Olszyna is available in 21 languages, including English (en), German (de), Polish (pl), French (fr), Russian (ru), and Chinese (zh), among others.

### Relationships and Networks
Olszyna is twinned with the administrative body **Ascheberg**. It is explicitly differentiated from Gmina Olszyna and another location named Olszyna in the Greater Poland Voivodeship. The topic's main category is Category:Olszyna. The entity has a sitelink count of 23.

## References

1. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210110054-0191684?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210110054-0191684?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/030210110054-0191684?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
6. GeoNames