What does Pilica mean?

Pilica ( Polish pronunciation: [piˈlit͡sa]) is a town in Zawiercie County, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland, with 1,936 inhabitants (2019). Since the beginning of its existence, Pilica was part of Lesser Poland.

Where is the Pilica river?

The region in the basin of the Pilica is sometimes called Nadpilicze, and the river itself marks boundary between Lesser Poland, and two other historical provinces of the country, Greater Poland and Mazovia .

When did Pilica become a town?

Since the beginning of its existence, Pilica was part of Lesser Poland. In the years 1115–1118 testament of Bolesław III Krzywousty, Pilica became part of the district of Kraków. The probable date of its town rights is 1393.

What is a plica?

A plica is a fold in the membrane that protects your knee joint. Most people have four folds in each knee. Sometimes the plica located in the middle of your knee becomes irritated.