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Krzyzowa Poland Travel Guide – Uncover Lower Silesia Hidden Gems
Located in the picturesque region of Lower Silesia, Krzyżowa is a charming village with a rich historical tapestry. Located approximately 10 kilometers southeast of Świdnica and 51 kilometers southwest of Wrocław, this quaint village offers a serene escape into the Polish countryside. During the Second World War, the so-called House on the Hill, owned by…
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Explore Beautiful Walbrzych Poland – Ultimate Walbrzych Travel Guide
Once a polluted city Some decades ago Walbrzych (Wałbrzych) wasn’t a particularly popular destination for the casual visitor – and for a good reason. Ironically, while the city’s name translates directly as ‘Forest Mountain’, it was once hailed as one of the most polluted urban centers in Poland, violating dozens of World Health Organization regulations.…
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Discover Wonderful Karpacz Poland Travel Guide
Sitting in the shadow of Mount Sniezka (1,603 m), the highest summit in the Sudetes, Karpacz is one of Poland’s most popular and entertaining mountain holiday resorts. Listed among the “winter capitals of Poland”, it draws more visitors than its permanent inhabitants. It’s desirable for outdoor types. Not only skiers but also hikers. Another asset of…
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Swidnica Poland Travel Guide
Swidnica (Świdnica) is a historic merchant town over 700-year-old and located near the Sudety Mountains. It has some famous churches, several fascinating museums and an Old Town, enough to please any visitor. As many as 11 charming parks ring the town center and the outskirts, giving space for the array of events and festivals organized here.…
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Discover Legnica Poland – Your Ultimate Eastern Europe Guide
The history of Legnica started as early as the 9th century when the center of the copper industry emerged. Still, there were ancient settlements on this site even earlier, described by Ptolemy. First mentioned in 1149, it received city laws about a century later. Legnica was the capital of a separate duchy ruled by Piast…
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Explore Gora Poland: Your Ultimate Travel Guide
The settlement Gora (Góra) in the Duchy of Silesia was first mentioned in a deed from 1155 by Pope Adrian IV conveying the property to the Diocese of Wroclaw. The name of the town means “hill” or “mountain” in Old Polish. In 1288 it became part of the Duchy of Głogów under the Piast duke…
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Ultimate Boleslawiec Poland Guide – The Charm of Boleslawiec Pottery
Bolesławiec, located in the northwest part of Silesia, has a rich history that dates back to the 13th century. The city was founded around 1190 by Bolesław I the Tall, who granted the city numerous privileges. The name is derived from the Slavic name “Bolesław,” meaning “very famous.” It honors the city’s founder. Over the…
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Explore Wroclaw Poland – Your Ultimate Travel Guide With 11 Great Sights!
The capital of Lower Silesia has a huge Old Town built on several islands connected by over 100 bridges. Apart from its unique location, Wroclaw amazes with its volume of Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau architecture. Several musical and theater festivals, as well as its busy nightlife, attract many visitors from Poland and abroad. Wroclaw’s complicated…