The first written report dates back to 1267. The town is located at an altitude of 594 metres. There are 10 180 inhabitants. Provision of Czech POINT services.
Maintenance of the vehicle register, performance of state professional supervision in road transport. Provision of administration in the field of internal affairs.
Financing and administration of education, culture and sports departments. Exercise of state and local government administration in the field of social security and payment of social benefits.