Płock (pronounce: Plock.ogg) is a city in central Poland, on Vistula river, with 131,011 inhabitants. Situated in the Masovian Voivodship (since 1999), previously capital of the Płock Voivodship (1975-1998).
History
Its 12th century cathedral contains the tombs of Ladislaus Herman (died 1102) and Boleslaus III the Wrymouth (died 1138) - the dukes of Poland. Some historians say that Plock was the capital city of Poland during their reign (1080-1138). It was also a seat of several of the Dukes of Masovia and one of the capitals of that state.
Religion: Mariavites
This city is the main seat of the Mariavite bishops. Their most important church was built here in the beginning of 20th century - it is called Temple of Mercy and Charity.
Economy
The main industry is oil refining. The country's largest oil refinery and company, PKN Orlen is located there; it is served by a large pipeline leading from Russia to Germany.
Education
- Szkoła Wyższa im. Pawła Włodkowica
Sports
- Wisła Płock - football team (1st league in season 2003/2004)
Politics
Plock constituency
Members of Parliament (Sejm) elected from Plock constituency
- Abgarowicz Łukasz, PO
- Jasiński Wojciech, PiS
- Komorowski Zbigniew, PSL
- Łuszczyńska Aleksandra, SLD-UP
- Michalak Aldona, SLD-UP
- Pawlak Waldemar, PSL
- Pękała Jerzy, Samoobrona
- Piłat Andrzej, SLD-UP
- Siemiątkowski Zbigniew, SLD-UP
- Suchecki Benedykt, SLD-UP
See also