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Jawor, Urban municipality in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

The town sits 61 kilometers west of Wrocław, serving as the administrative center of Jawor County with a population of 22,890 residents.

The settlement received town rights between 1242 and 1275, transforming from a Trzebowianie tribe stronghold into a significant medieval weaving center.

The Church of Peace in Jawor holds UNESCO World Heritage status, representing exceptional religious architecture from the 13th century.

The municipality maintains regular transportation connections to major cities in Lower Silesia through an established public transit network.

The name Jawor originates from the Polish word for sycamore maple, first documented as Jawr in 1133 and later evolving to its current form.

Location: Jawor County

Website: http://jawor.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.05000,16.18333

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58

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