Buczek

Buczek is a village in the Łódzkie Voivodeship, known for its rich history and monuments. Founded in 1549, although quickly reduced to the status of a village, it played an important administrative role as the seat of the municipality. Among the historical discoveries in the area, an early medieval cemetery stands out, testifying to settlement in the area as early as the 11th century. Jan Długosz mentioned Buczek in documents from the 14th century, confirming the long-standing presence of the settlement in the region. In the 15th century, local feudal lords adopted the surname Buczkowski, and later Gomoliński, who obtained town rights from King Sigismund Augustus. In the 17th century, Buczek passed into the hands of the Walewski family. The 20th century was a time of dynamic social development, including the establishment of the Volunteer Fire Department and the Primary School. An interesting fact is the introduction by the Germans of the occupational name "Buscheck" during World War II. Among the monuments, the Gothic Church of St. John the Baptist from the 15th century, founded by the Buczkowski family, and the monumental trees on its grounds stand out. Buczek hosts the Strawberry Festival, which has engaged residents since the 1990s, promoting local culture and fruits grown in the region. The village also has a rich sports life, with the football club Orkan Buczek and the Folk Sports and Recreation Society, which supports young athletes. Thus, Buczek is a place with solid historical foundations, significant architecture, and a rich cultural offer.