Hlinsko

Hlinsko (Czech pronunciation: [ˈɦlɪnsko]) is a town in the Pardubice Region of the Czech Republic. Hlinsko stands on the banks of the Chrudimka river, at the foot of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. It has about 9,600 inhabitants and it is the natural centre of its region called Hlinecko.

Hlinsko
Town
Town Hall
Flag
Coat of arms
Hlinsko
Location in the Czech Republic
Coordinates: 49°45′44″N 15°54′27″E
Country Czech Republic
RegionPardubice
DistrictChrudim
First mentioned1349
Government
  MayorMiroslav Krčil
Area
  Total24.27 km2 (9.37 sq mi)
Elevation
582 m (1,909 ft)
Population
 (2020-01-01[1])
  Total9,642
  Density400/km2 (1,000/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
  Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
539 01
Websitewww.hlinsko.cz

History

Hlinsko's history can be traced back to the 11th century, the first written mention comes from 1349.

Hlinsko today

There are 3 primary schools, a grammar school, a swimming-pool, and 3 supermarkets in the town.

Economy

There is a significant dairy company Mlékárna Hlinsko in the town. The company was founded in 1939 and the production started in 1943.

Twin towns – sister cities

Hlinsko is twinned with:[2]

References

  1. "Population of Municipalities – 1 January 2020". Czech Statistical Office. 2020-04-30.
  2. "Partnerská města" (in Czech). Město Hlinsko. Retrieved 2019-08-25.



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