Duszniki-Zdrój
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| Duszniki-Zdrój | |
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| Country | Poland |
| Area | 22,28 km² |
| Population - city - urban - density |
5,510 (2000) none 247/km² |
| Latitude Longitude |
50° 23' 60 N 16° 23' 60 E |
| Car plates | DKL AXXX |
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Duszniki-Zdrój (German Bad Reinerz, Czech Dušníky) is a spa town in the Valley of Kłodzko on the Bystrzyca River. It is a notable spa town and a major tourist attraction of the area.
[edit] Economy
The city's economy is based on tourism, with several hundred thousand people visiting the town and the area every year. In addition, there are several mineral water bottling plants, a traditional paper works and a crystal jewellery producer.
[edit] Spa
Although the area was known for its healthy waters at least since late Middle Ages, the spa was officially founded in 1769. The natural sparkling waters of Duszniki are used in treatment of a variety of illnesses, including cardiac problems, gastrical problems. In addition, there is a number of facilities for balnaeology located in Duszniki and an osteoporosis treatment centre.
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