Podolany, Administrative district in northern Poznań, Poland
Podolany is an administrative district in northwestern Poznań comprising residential areas and industrial zones throughout its territory. The area spans several square kilometers and blends different functions of urban life within its boundaries.
The area first appeared on maps in 1798 and was incorporated into Poznań in 1933, with further annexations occurring between 1940 and 1942. This gradual expansion reflects the city's growth through the 20th century.
The neighborhood preserves a garden city design with individual plots that allow families to maintain green spaces and small gardens around their homes. This layout continues to shape how residents use and experience their surroundings today.
Multiple bus routes connect this district to central Poznań, making it easy to reach other parts of the city. The Poznań Strzeszyn railway station in the northwestern area provides train access as well.
The name originates from 'podola', a term describing the broad terrain depression that defines the local landscape. This geographical feature has shaped how the district looks and developed over time.
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