About Ostrava
With a population of 283,187 as of 2025, Ostrava is a city in the Czech Republic situated within the Ostrava-město region. The municipality has existed since 1267 and spans an area of 214.2 square kilometres at an elevation of 260 metres. The city is positioned on the banks of the Ostravice and Oder rivers. Notable sites located here include the Městský stadion, the Antonín Dvořák Theatre, and the University of Ostrava. International ties are maintained through twin town agreements with Gaziantep, Split, Miskolc, Dresden, and Oral. The urban landscape also incorporates the Bolt Tower, the Citerárium museum, Masarykovo náměstí, and the Miniuni miniature park.
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