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Legnica, Historical city in Lower Silesia, Poland

The Old Town of Legnica contains a market square with a Baroque town hall, Gothic churches, and Renaissance buildings along cobblestone streets.

In 1241, the Battle of Legnica marked a turning point when Mongol forces defeated the combined Polish and German armies near the city.

The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul represents Gothic architecture with a collection of medieval stained glass windows and religious artifacts.

The central train station connects Legnica directly to major cities including Wroclaw, Warsaw, and Berlin through regular rail services.

The Museum of Copper documents the region's metallurgical heritage through exhibits displaying mining tools and copper processing techniques from ancient times.

Location: Lower Silesian Voivodeship

Inception: 1264

Elevation above the sea: 113 m

Website: http://portal.legnica.eu

GPS coordinates: 51.20816,16.16032

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:33

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