Huszlew

Huszlew is a rural commune located in the Masovian Voivodeship, within the Łosice County, with its seat in a village of the same name. Historically, between 1975 and 1998, the commune was part of the Biała Podlaska Voivodeship. The commune is primarily agricultural, with 80% of its area dedicated to farmland, indicating a dominance of grain, potato, fruit, and vegetable cultivation. Forests cover approximately 13% of the commune's territory. According to data from June 2004, the commune had a population of 3,017 residents, most of whom belong to the Parish of St. Anthony of Padua in Huszlew and other nearby parishes. The commune consists of 20 village administrative units, including Huszlew, Makarówka, Mostów, and numerous other villages. It borders communes such as Biała Podlaska, Łosice, and Międzyrzec Podlaski, facilitating regional connections. It is worth noting that Huszlew is an area rich in agricultural traditions and local culture, which means residents preserve various local customs and traditions. The commune is also a place where one can observe rural architecture characteristic of the region, with houses and farm buildings constructed in a traditional style. An interesting fact is that despite its small size, the commune has significant tourism potential, thanks to its beautiful nature and local cultural heritage.