Ciotusza Nowa

Ciotusza Nowa is a village located in the Lublin Voivodeship, in Tomaszów County, within the administrative district of Gmina Susiec, in the Middle Roztocze region. It functions as a sołectwo (administrative village district) and, according to the 2011 national census, had a population of 506. The village boasts a rich history dating back to 1591 when it was founded by the Oleśnicki family. It was established on lands long held by various noble families, and its history is marked by complexities related to land ownership and debt. Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, Ciotusza changed hands multiple times, passing through families like the Szeptyckis and the Sznuks, until the beginning of the 20th century when the parcelling out of its lands began. During World War II, the village witnessed tragic events, including Nazi repressions. Its inhabitants participated in fighting against both Soviet and German forces, which had deadly consequences. In recent decades, Ciotusza Nowa has developed socially and culturally. Various institutions were established, such as the Volunteer Fire Department and the folk ensemble "Jutrzenka," which actively participates in local events. From an architectural standpoint, the village features several interesting structures. These include a wooden water mill from 1880 and shrines, one of which holds a statue of St. Stanislaus. These are valuable elements of local culture and tradition. A filial church dedicated to Our Lady of Częstochowa, built in the 1980s, also underscores the religious heritage of the locality. An interesting landmark is a wooden shrine at a road intersection. It was rebuilt by the villagers in 1998, and its history dates back to 1905-1910 when it was originally erected by the landowner Pogudzki. Ciotusza Nowa also contains remnants of an early 20th-century manor house and a 19th-century mill that was later adapted for electric drive. The village stands as a witness to the history and traditions of the region, and its inhabitants actively nurture local customs and values.