My hometown
A short stay in my hometown. A break from Scotland. I admit that after several years away it was nice to see the old and new walls. Time spent with friends will remain in my memory for a long time. The town is changing very quickly. The market square was recently renovated, as you can see in the...
A short stay in my hometown. A break from Scotland. I admit that after several years away it was nice to see the old and new walls. Time spent with friends will remain in my memory for a long time. The town is changing very quickly. The market square was recently renovated, as you can see in the photos.
Oława is a town in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship that has a very interesting history. In the Middle Ages it was an important trading settlement famous for the production of broadcloth. In the 15th century the town was destroyed by the Hussites, but it quickly rebuilt and continued to develop.
During the Silesian Wars the town was occupied several times by Prussian and imperial troops. In the 19th century Oława became an important industrial center, particularly for the textile and machinery industries.
One of the most interesting stories in the town is the tale of the railway bridge that connects Oława with a neighboring town. This bridge is very old and its history dates back to the beginnings of the railway in Wrocław. For many years it was the only connection between Oława and the rest of the country and was very important for the town's residents and industry.
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The Piasts' Castle of Silesia.
Brzeg Castle, often called the "Silesian Wawel", is a true gem of Renaissance architecture. From the very first moments it enchants with its majestic form and beautiful details. Our guide, with great passion, introduced us to the world of the Silesian Piasts.
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Home
Each of these places holds many memories for me. I always look back on those moments with fondness, when I played there carefree as a child. Today, walking the same paths, I can see how time has changed the landscape – both in nature and in my own feelings.
Poland
Automotive Museum in Oława
Recently I had the opportunity to visit one of the most interesting places in Oława – the Automotive Museum. It's a place that will surely interest not only automotive enthusiasts, but also anyone who appreciates the history and development of transport technology.
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Książ Castle
Recently I had the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful castles in Poland – Książ Castle. Located in the picturesque Valley of Seven Rivers in Wałbrzych, this castle impresses with its architecture, rich history, and the gardens that surround it.