Bełchatów County, Administrative district in Łódź Voivodeship, Poland
Bełchatów County is an administrative district in Łódź Voivodeship spanning central Poland, encompassing the city of Bełchatów along with seven surrounding municipalities that display varied landscapes. The territory is organized into eight gminas, each with its own local structures and features.
The county was established in its current form in 1999 during comprehensive reforms of Poland's administrative structure. These reorganizations created the modern boundaries and systems that define the area today.
Each municipality within this county maintains its own local traditions and customs that shape daily life. People here keep regional crafts and seasonal celebrations alive in their communities.
The administrative center in the city of Bełchatów serves as the main point of contact for public services and official matters across the county. Each of the eight gminas operates its own local offices handling affairs for their specific areas.
The area is home to one of Europe's largest coal power plants, Elektrownia Bełchatów, which supplies a significant portion of Poland's electricity needs. This industrial facility stands as one of the region's most defining infrastructure elements.
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