Halinów

Halinów is a town located in the Masovian Voivodeship, within the Mińsk County, approximately 25 km east of Warsaw, with a population of 3,674 residents according to 2014 data. The history of Halinów dates back to the Middle Ages, when the area formed the eastern part of the Warsaw Land. The settlement developed in connection with the establishment of a trade route and the construction of the Warsaw railway, which contributed to population growth. In the 16th century, new villages emerged in the region, and Halinów itself took shape near the Roman Catholic parish in Długa Kościelna, which has existed since 1445. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Halinów became a summer resort destination, characterized by villa-style architecture, including manor houses surrounded by parks that were ideal for leisure. During the interwar period, Halinów gained the status of an independent administrative unit, and after World War II, it developed dynamically, becoming a popular residential area for Warsaw residents. In 2001, Halinów was granted town rights. Today, the town boasts various sports facilities, such as sports halls, playing fields, and the UKS Lesan Halinów volleyball club. Halinów is also home to historical monuments, including a Swiss-style palace, which marks the beginning of the town's urbanization. An interesting feature is the operational railway and growing tourism, linked to picturesque fish ponds and equestrian clubs, attracting both locals and visitors. Halinów also hosts local religious communities, including the Roman Catholic Parish of Mother of God's Grace and a Jehovah's Witnesses congregation. The town has rich traditions associated with former estates and special urban-summer resort projects, which contribute to Halinów's unique atmosphere and character.