# Vukovar

> city in Vukovar-Srijem County, Croatia

**Wikidata**: [Q5867](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5867)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vukovar)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/vukovar

## Summary
Vukovar is a city in Croatia, serving as the capital of Vukovar-Srijem County. It is classified as a large human settlement with a population of approximately 23,175 as of 2021. The city is known for its historical significance, including its role in the Croatian War of Independence, and is located in the eastern part of the country near the border with Serbia.

## Key Facts
- Located in Vukovar-Srijem County, Croatia.
- Population: 23,175 (2021 census).
- Area: 100.1 square kilometers (settlement in Croatia: 61.6 square kilometers).
- Coordinates: 45.35° N, 19.0033° E.
- Elevation: 108 meters above sea level.
- Postal code: 32000.
- Timezone: UTC+01:00.
- Official website: [www.vukovar.hr](http://www.vukovar.hr).
- Shares a border with Negoslavci.
- Has parts: Vukovar, Grabovo-dio, Lipovača, Vukovar, Sotin.
- Described by sources such as the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and Meyers Konversations-Lexikon.
- Wikipedia page available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, Czech, and more.

## FAQs
**What is the population of Vukovar?**
As of the 2021 census, Vukovar has a population of 23,175 residents.

**Where is Vukovar located?**
Vukovar is situated in Vukovar-Srijem County, Croatia, near the border with Serbia.

**What is the area of Vukovar?**
The total area of Vukovar is 100.1 square kilometers, with the settlement in Croatia covering 61.6 square kilometers.

**What is the postal code for Vukovar?**
The postal code for Vukovar is 32000.

**What is the timezone of Vukovar?**
Vukovar operates on the UTC+01:00 timezone.

## Why It Matters
Vukovar holds historical significance as a key location in the Croatian War of Independence, particularly during the Siege of Vukovar in 1991. The city has been recognized for its cultural heritage and contributions to Croatian identity. Its strategic position near the border with Serbia has influenced its development and historical events. Vukovar is also notable for its role in the broader context of Croatian national identity and the preservation of historical sites related to the war.

## Notable For
- Capital of Vukovar-Srijem County.
- Historical significance during the Croatian War of Independence.
- Cultural heritage and contributions to Croatian identity.
- Strategic location near the border with Serbia.
- Preservation of historical sites related to the war.

## Body
### Geography and Location
Vukovar is located in Vukovar-Srijem County, Croatia, with coordinates at 45.35° N, 19.0033° E. The city covers an area of 100.1 square kilometers, with the settlement in Croatia measuring 61.6 square kilometers. It shares a border with Negoslavci and has an elevation of 108 meters above sea level.

### Demographics
As of the 2021 census, Vukovar has a population of 23,175 residents. The city is part of the broader Vukovar-Srijem County, which it serves as the capital.

### History
Vukovar has historical significance, particularly during the Croatian War of Independence, where it was a key location, including the Siege of Vukovar in 1991. The city has been recognized for its contributions to Croatian identity and the preservation of historical sites related to the war.

### Administration and Governance
Vukovar serves as the capital of Vukovar-Srijem County. It has a postal code of 32000 and operates on the UTC+01:00 timezone. The city has an official website at [www.vukovar.hr](http://www.vukovar.hr).

### Cultural and Historical Significance
Vukovar is described by sources such as the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. The city has a rich cultural heritage and is notable for its role in the broader context of Croatian national identity.

### Connected Entities and Relationships
Vukovar has parts including Vukovar, Grabovo-dio, Lipovača, and Sotin. It is twinned with Bač, Mostar, Dubrovnik, and Sinj. The city has categories for people born and associated with it, including Category:Births in Vukovar and Category:People from Vukovar.

### Digital Presence and Identification
Vukovar has various digital identifiers, including a WOEID of 851094, a GND ID of 4253827-0, and a Geonames ID of 3187046. It is also listed in the Canadian Encyclopedia under the name "Vukovar" and has a Wikipedia page available in multiple languages.

## References

1. archINFORM
2. Register of spatial units of the State Geodetic Administration of the Republic of Croatia
3. Virtual International Authority File
4. List of Croatian settlements and delivery post offices. 2022
5. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
6. Czech National Authority Database
7. 2021 Croatian census: population data by age, sex, settlement
8. Flickr Shapefiles Public Dataset 2.0
9. GeoNames
10. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/hr.htm)
11. Quora
12. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
13. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)