# Złocieniec

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q249049](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q249049)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Złocieniec)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/zocieniec

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: Złocieniec is a city (instance of: city), described as a large human settlement.
- **Location**: It is situated in Europe within the country of Poland. More specifically, it is located in and serves as the capital of Gmina Złocieniec.
- **Coordinates**: The city's coordinates are latitude 53.526944444444 and longitude 16.012222222222.
- **Area**: Złocieniec covers a total area of 32.22 square kilometers.
- **Population**: As of March 31, 2021, the city's population was 12,373 (determined by the Polish census of 2021).
- **Demographics**: The population includes 5,945 males and 6,428 females (as of March 31, 2021).
- **Time Zone**: The city observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving time.
- **Postal Code**: The postal code for Złocieniec is 78-520.
- **Historical/Alternate Names**: The city is also known by the aliases Falkenburg, Falkenburg in Pommern, and クロッシンゼー.
- **Twin Towns**: Złocieniec is twinned with Bad Segeberg, Drawsko Pomorskie, and Pyrzyce.
- **Official Website**: The city's official website is http://www.zlocieniec.pl.
- **Identifiers**: The city holds numerous unique identifiers including a GND ID (4443822-9), VIAF ID (131709299), GeoNames ID (3080102), and a TERC municipality code (3203064).

## FAQs
**What is the population of Złocieniec?**
According to the Polish census of 2021, the population of Złocieniec was 12,373 as of March 31, 2021. This figure comprises 5,945 male residents and 6,428 female residents.

**What are the geographical details and time zone of Złocieniec?**
Złocieniec is located in Poland, Europe, at coordinates 53.526944444444°N, 16.012222222222°E, covering an area of 32.22 square kilometers. The city follows Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) for daylight saving.

**What are the administrative and twin city affiliations of Złocieniec?**
Złocieniec serves as the capital of Gmina Złocieniec and is distinct from the Gmina itself. It maintains town twinning relationships with Bad Segeberg, Drawsko Pomorskie, and Pyrzyce.

**What are some historical or alternative names for Złocieniec?**
The city has been known by several other names, including Falkenburg, Falkenburg in Pommern, and クロッシンゼー.

## Why It Matters
Złocieniec serves as a key administrative center as the capital of Gmina Złocieniec. Its significance is underscored by its recognition in numerous international authority files and databases, such as the Library of Congress, VIAF, and GND, which points to its cultural and historical relevance. The city's established international ties through its twin towns—Bad Segeberg, Drawsko Pomorskie, and Pyrzyce—further highlight its role in fostering cross-border cooperation and community exchange. Its detailed demographic and geographic data also make it a distinct entity within the Polish landscape.

## Notable For
- Being the administrative capital of Gmina Złocieniec.
- Having a recorded population of 12,373 as of the 2021 census.
- Maintaining official town twinning relationships with three other municipalities: Bad Segeberg, Drawsko Pomorskie, and Pyrzyce.
- Being documented under several historical names, including Falkenburg and Falkenburg in Pommern.
- Its presence in a wide array of international knowledge bases, indicated by its numerous unique identifiers (e.g., GND ID, VIAF ID, GeoNames ID).

## Body

### Geography and Demographics
Złocieniec is a city in Poland, located within the European continent. Its precise geographical location is defined by the coordinates 53.526944444444 latitude and 16.012222222222 longitude. The city encompasses a land area of 32.22 square kilometers.

Demographically, the city's population was recorded at 12,373 individuals according to the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021. This population is broken down into 5,945 males and 6,428 females.

### Administration and Governance
Złocieniec functions as an administrative hub, holding the status of capital of Gmina Złocieniec. It is administratively distinct from the Gmina (a rural area) itself, as well as from other entities named "Falkenburg" due to disambiguation requirements. The city is identified by the TERC municipality code 3203064 and the SIMC place ID 0950374.

The city's governance and international relations are highlighted by its town twinning agreements. Złocieniec is officially twinned with:
- Bad Segeberg
- Drawsko Pomorskie
- Pyrzyce

### Identity and Records
The city is identified by a vast number of unique codes across various national and international systems, reflecting its presence in global knowledge bases.

**Library and Authority IDs:**
- Library of Congress Authority ID: no2005047064
- GND ID (German National Library): 4443822-9
- VIAF ID (Virtual International Authority File): 131709299
- FAST ID: 1307808
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007487116205171
- Czech National Library Authority ID: ge763806 (listed as Złocieniec (Polsko))

**Geographical and Statistical IDs:**
- GeoNames ID: 3080102
- GNS Unique Feature ID: -539842
- Who's On First ID: 101819227
- Archinform Location ID: 16172

**Other Identifiers:**
- Freebase ID: /m/01zkcw
- Encyklopedia PWN ID: 4001733

### Cultural and Historical Attributes
The city has a notable online presence, with its official website located at http://www.zlocieniec.pl. Its cultural identity is preserved and shared through its inclusion in Wikipedia across 28 different language editions, including Polish, English, German, French, and Russian. The main category for the city on Wikimedia Commons is "Złocieniec," and it has specific categories for people born in or associated with the city ("Category:Births in Złocieniec" and "Category:People from Złocieniec").

Visual representations of the city are available through its flag and coat of arms.
- **Flag Image**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Złocieniec_flag.svg
- **Coat of Arms Image**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Złocieniec_COA.svg
- **General Image**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Złocieniec.jpg

Historically, the city is known by its German name, Falkenburg (also Falkenburg in Pommern), and a Japanese name, クロッシンゼー. It is located in the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00) and observes Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving periods. The postal code for the city is 78-520. The city is also documented by the Herder Institute's image archive. The entity is described by a source identified as Q19230677, with the subject statement Q113076965.

## References

1. archINFORM
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. Czech National Authority Database
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023216403064-0950374?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023216403064-0950374?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
8. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023216403064-0950374?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
9. GeoNames
10. TERYT
11. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
12. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File