Bohumín, town in the Czech Republic
Bohumín is a town with expanded municipal powers located in the Karviná District of the Czech Republic. It spreads across flat terrain where the Odra and Olše rivers meet, featuring a mix of residential areas, parks, and industrial zones.
The first written record of Bohumín, then called Bogun, dates to 1256 when Slavic settlers lived near the river crossings. The modern town formed in 1974 from the merger of smaller villages and grew through its position on ancient trade routes and later industrial development.
Bohumín takes its name from an early Slavic settler and served as a trading point for centuries. Today, the town maintains this heritage through local festivals and traditions where residents and visitors gather to share food and customs along the rivers.
Bohumín sits just a few kilometers from Ostrava and close to the Polish border, making day trips convenient. The Petr Bezruč park in the center offers walking paths, relaxation spots, and facilities like tennis courts and soccer fields for various activities.
In the village of Kopytov within Bohumín lies the smallest square in the Czech Republic, measuring only 56 square meters. This tiny plaza is officially recognized and remains a surprising local record that visitors often miss.
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