Dąb, District in northern Katowice, Poland
Dąb is a residential district in northern Katowice covering approximately 1.86 square kilometers and bordered by Wełnowice-Józefowiec, Koszutka, Śródmieście, Załęże, and Chorzów's Silesian Park. The area is served by tram lines running along Chorzowska Street and connected to major roads including national route 79.
The first written record of Dąb dates to March 19, 1299, when the village was transferred to the Bożogrobców monastery under whose control it remained for centuries. This monastic period shaped the settlement's development through the medieval and early modern eras.
The Church of Saints Peter and Paul shapes the spiritual life of residents and has served as a gathering place for the community for generations. It remains a focal point where locals mark important moments and celebrations.
The district is easily accessible by tram along Chorzowska Street with regular connections toward central Katowice. Drivers and cyclists can navigate the area comfortably, and proximity to national route 79 offers convenient connections to surrounding regions.
The district was the first mining center in present-day Katowice, initially extracting iron ore before the local economy shifted toward coal mining operations. This early mining activity laid the foundation for the broader industrial growth of the entire region.
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