Libiąż

Libiąż is a town in Chrzanów County, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in southern Poland. It is situated approximately 7 kilometers (4 miles) west of Chrzanów and 40 kilometers (25 miles) west of Kraków.

Historically, Libiąż has been associated with coal mining. The Janina Coal Mine, a significant employer in the region, is located there. The town's development has been heavily influenced by the coal industry.

Libiąż is administered as a gmina miejsko-wiejska, meaning it is an urban-rural commune. In addition to the town of Libiąż itself, the commune includes surrounding villages.

The population of Libiąż is approximately 17,000 people (as of various estimates). It is a local center for services and administration.

Historically, the area has been part of various Polish administrative divisions, including the Kraków Voivodeship. Its location in Lesser Poland places it within a region of rich cultural and historical significance.