# Opole

> city with powiat rights of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q92212](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q92212)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opole)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/opole

## Summary
Opole is a city in Poland with powiat rights, functioning as both a local government unit and part of the administrative structure of Opole Voivodeship. It is one of the largest cities in Poland with significant historical and cultural importance in Silesia.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1217, with a population of 127,387 as of the 2021 Polish census.
- Designated as a city with powiat rights in Poland, granting it administrative autonomy similar to a county.
- Serves as the capital of Opole Voivodeship since 1999.
- Located in the Opole region of Poland, historically part of the Silesian region of Oppeln.
- Notable for its role in the historical region of Upper Silesia and as the seat of the Opole Voivodeship administration.
- The city is home to the University of Opole, established in 1994, and the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways' Opole Branch.
- Has a rich history, including being part of the former Duchy of Opole and later the Duchy of Opole and Racibórz.
- The city is twinned with multiple international cities, including Dijon (since 2009), Roanoke (since 1993), and Potsdam (since 1973).
- Notable buildings include the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, built around 1450, and Opole Castle, a historical landmark.
- The city is also known for its elevation of 176 meters above sea level and its role in regional infrastructure, including the Oder river basin.

## FAQs
### What is the historical significance of Opole?
Opole holds historical importance due to its role in the Duchy of Opole and Racibórz, and later as part of the Duchy of Opole and the region of Oppeln. It is also known for its cultural and administrative significance in Silesia, with institutions like the University of Opole and Opole Castle contributing to its identity.

### What organizations or institutions is it part of?
Opole is part of several international and domestic twinning arrangements, including Dijon, Roanoke, and Potsdam, and is home to the University of Opole and the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.

### What is the significance of Opole's institutions?
The city is home to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Opole, established in 1972, and the association with the Oder river, where the river flows through the city, contributes to its historical and cultural identity.

## Why It Matters
Opole plays a significant role in Polish history, particularly in the region of Silesia. It is a key center of regional culture, history, and education. The city is also known for its twin cities program, which includes the University of Opole. In addition, it houses the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch, and the Silesian region's historical identity.

## Notable For
- Historical significance as the former capital of the Duchy of Opole and the region of Oppeln.
- Hosting the University of Opole, established in 1994.
- Home to the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- Notable for its role in the cultural and historical identity of the Silesian region.
- The city is twinned with several international cities, including Dijon, Roanoke, and Potsdam.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- Hosting the University of Opole, established in 1994, and the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is part of the Silesian region, contributing to its historical and cultural identity.
- The city is also home to the University of Opole, established in 1994.
- The General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch, and the University of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch, are all part of the Silesian region.

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### History
- The city was established in 1217 and was part of the historical region of the Duchy of Opole and the region of Oppeln.
- The city is also known for its role in the historical region of Upper Silesia and as the seat of the University of Opole.
- The city is also home to the University of Opole, established in 1994.
- The General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch, and the University of Opole are all part of the Silesian region.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole, established in 1994.

### Architecture
- The city is also home to the University of Opole, established in 1994.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
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## Summary
Opole is a city in the Opole Voivodeship of Poland, historically part of the region of Silesia. It is known for its rich history, cultural significance, and as the location of the University of Opole. The city is also home to the University of Opole, established in 1994, and the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch. The city is also the location of the University of Opole.

## Key Facts
- The city was established in 1217 and was part of the historical region of the Duchy of Opole and the region of Oppeln.
- The city is also home to the University of Opole, established in 1994.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.
- The city is also the location of the General Directorate for National Roads and Highways, Opole Branch.
- The city is also the location of the University of Opole.

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1. archINFORM
2. GEOnet Names Server. 2018
3. [Source](https://www.dijon.fr/Dijon-Capitale/Ville-internationale/Villes-partenaires)
4. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/roanoke/)
5. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/roanoke)
6. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/poczdam/)
7. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/node/728)
8. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/szekesfehervar/)
9. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/szekesfehervar)
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12. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/kuopio)
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14. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/node/727)
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16. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/alytus)
17. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/bruntal/)
18. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/bruntal)
19. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/carrara/)
20. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/carrara)
21. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/grasse/)
22. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/node/723)
23. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/ingolstadt/)
24. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/node/724)
25. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/bielgorod/)
26. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/bielgorod)
27. [Source](http://www.opole.pl/ivano-frankivsk/)
28. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/dla-mieszkanca/iwano-frankiwsk)
29. [Source](http://www.mvk.if.ua/news/4114/)
30. Virtual International Authority File
31. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
32. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
33. Czech National Authority Database
34. [Source](https://www.opole.pl/)
35. MusicBrainz
36. [Source](http://stat.gov.pl/obszary-tematyczne/ludnosc/ludnosc/powierzchnia-i-ludnosc-w-przekroju-terytorialnym-w-2016-r-,7,13.html)
37. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613261011-0965016?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
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39. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613261011-0965016?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
40. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613261011-0965016?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
41. [Source](https://sjp.pwn.pl/so/opolanin;4481124.html)
42. [Source](https://sjp.pwn.pl/so/opolanka;4481125.html)
43. GeoNames
44. TERYT
45. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)
46. System for IDs and names of places
47. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
48. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)
49. Name Suggestion Index
50. KBpedia