Choceň, Railway junction town in Ústí nad Orlicí District, Czech Republic
Description
Choceň is a town in eastern Bohemia with settlements spreading across several localities near the Orlice River area. The town sits at about 290 meters elevation and has grown around its railway connections.
History
The town received its first written mention in 1227 and was granted market rights in 1292 by King Wenceslaus II. Railway connections arrived in the 1870s and 1880s, transforming it into a regional transportation hub.
Culture
The Church of Saint Francis of Assisi stands at the town center with its distinctive Baroque tower and design from the 1700s. It remains a focal point where locals and visitors gather during celebrations and holidays.
Practical
The railway station serves as the main transportation hub with connections toward Prague and Olomouc. Walking around the town allows visitors to explore its different areas and their local character.
Did you know?
The Choceňská mlékárna dairy was founded in 1928 and continues producing milk products today. Few visitors know that this local factory remains an important part of the town's economic and cultural life.
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