MIELEC

Mielec

Mielec is a city in south-eastern Poland. It is located in the Subcarpathian Voivodeship by the Wisłoka River. Mielec is the capital city of Mielec County.

History

Mielec was established in 1229. It was given the town rights in

1470.

Symbols

Coat of arms Flag

Location

Geography

Population

Area

Voivodeship

61 550

46,89 km²

Subcarpathian

President

Janusz Chodorowski is the president of Mielec

Famous Places

National Army Square is near the SCK building (the Culture Centre) – the most famous place in Mielec.

The Old Town

The new sports centre – a swimming pool and a bowling alley

Historic Sites

Oborscys' manor-house from 17th century

Dębicki’s bookshop

Minor basilica of Matthew the Evangelist, built in 1526

Jadernys' house (currently museum)

Musical School

St. Mark Church

Industry

Mielec is commonly associated with PZL Mielec aviation factory. One of their products is Black Hawk.