Łowicz

The Łowicz Commune, located in the Łódź Voivodeship within the Łowicz County, covers an area of 133.17 km². Its administrative seat is the town of Łowicz, which has historically played a significant role in the region. The commune, which was named the Dąbkowice Commune until 1953 and later the Jamno Commune, was part of the Skierniewice Voivodeship from 1975 to 1998. According to data from December 31, 2007, the commune was inhabited by 7,405 people, and its land use is primarily agricultural (83%) and forested (8%). It is worth noting that the commune occupies 13.48% of the total area of Łowicz County. The Łowicz Commune has rich cultural traditions, including well-known regions specializing in crafts and folklore, as well as tourist attractions such as historic churches, manor houses, and palaces. Villages like Bocheń, Dąbkowice Dolne and Górne, Jamno, and Jastrzębia have their own local characteristics, and residents preserve folk traditions, making the region unique on a national scale. The proximity of other communes fosters cooperation and cultural exchange between neighboring communities. An interesting fact is that the Łowicz Commune cultivates traditions related to the Łowicz Folk Costume, known for its colorful embroidery and unique patterns. The commune has a rich history, visible in its architecture, with preserved elements of old rural buildings and historic structures. Despite its small size, the region combines natural beauty, tradition, and modernity, making it an interesting place both to live in and to visit.