Semice () is a municipality and village in Nymburk District in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 1,500 inhabitants.

Geography

Semice is located about west of Nymburk and east of Prague. It lies in a flat and mainly agricultural landscape in the Central Elbe Table, in the Polabí lowlands. The municipality is situated on the left bank of the Elbe River, which forms the northern municipal border.

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History

The first written mention of Semice is from 1352.

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Economy

Semice is home to the Bramko Semice company, which is the largest grower and supplier of potatoes and vegetables in the country.

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Sights

The landmark of Semice is the Saint Mary Magdalene. It was built in the Baroque style in 1717 by Count Sporck.

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Villages in Nymburk District