Definition
Zadní Kopanina is a cadastral district (cadastral area) located within the municipal boundaries of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is administratively part of the Prague‑13 district (Černý Most).
Overview
Zadní Kopanina lies in the north‑western outskirts of Prague, bordering the districts of Řeporyje and Stodůlky and the municipality of Hostivice. Historically a rural village, it was incorporated into the city of Prague in 1974 during a period of territorial expansion. The area retains a village‑like character, featuring low‑density housing, agricultural land, and several historic structures. Notable landmarks include the Church of St. John the Baptist, a Baroque‑style church dating from the 18th century, and the remnants of traditional Czech farmsteads. The district is served by local road connections to the larger Prague transport network, but it does not have its own metro or railway station; the nearest public‑transport facilities are located in neighboring districts.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Zadní Kopanina” is of Czech origin. “Zadní” translates as “rear” or “back,” while “Kopanina” derives from the verb kopat (“to dig”) and historically referred to a place associated with excavation, mining, or dug‑out land. The compound thus conveys the meaning “rear dug‑out area” or “back settlement of Kopanina,” distinguishing it from the nearby settlement of “Horní Kopanina” (Upper Kopanina), which no longer exists as a separate entity.
Characteristics
- Geography: The district covers a modest area characterized by gently rolling terrain, mixed forest patches, and agricultural fields.
- Population: Zadní Kopanina has a relatively small population, numbering in the low hundreds, reflecting its rural origins within the metropolitan context of Prague.
- Land Use: Residential dwellings are interspersed with preserved green spaces and working farms. Small‑scale local commerce exists, primarily serving the immediate community.
- Governance: As a cadastral district, Zadní Kopanina falls under the jurisdiction of the Prague‑13 municipal authority, which handles local administration, planning, and services.
Related Topics
- Administrative divisions of Prague
- Cadastral areas of the Czech Republic
- History of Prague’s territorial expansion (1970s)
- Other peripheral districts of Prague, such as Řeporyje and Stodůlky
- Rural‑urban fringe settlement patterns in Central Europe
All information presented reflects documented sources on the administrative status, geography, and history of Zadní Kopanina.