Silesian Voivodeship

voivodeship of Poland

Silesian Voivodeship Silesia Province[1] is one of the 16 Voivodeships of Poland. It can be found in the south Poland and in east Silesia (called Upper Silesia). The capital city is Katowice.

Silesian Voivodeship
Województwo śląskie
Flag of Silesian Voivodeship
Coat of arms of Silesian Voivodeship
Division into counties
Division into counties
Coordinates: 50°15′N 19°0′E / 50.250°N 19.000°E / 50.250; 19.000
Country Poland
CapitalKatowice
Counties
19 cities, 17 land counties *
Area
 • Total12,334 km2 (4,762 sq mi)
Population
 (2006)
 • Total4,676,983
 • Urban
3,675,602
 • Rural
1,001,381
Car platesS
Websitehttp://www.silesia-region.pl

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