Mońki

The Monki railway station, located in the Podlaskie Voivodeship and classified as a local station, plays a significant role in regional transport. Its history dates back to 1881, when a railway connection was established from Białystok to Königsberg (now Kaliningrad), making it an important transport hub for the Russian Empire, especially due to the presence of Tsarist troops stationed in the area. As the station developed, a small settlement emerged, and soon a post and telegraph office was also built. Unfortunately, the station was destroyed during World War I, when Russian troops retreated. The 1920s and 1930s saw the construction of a new station building, which was also severely damaged during World War II, when the occupying forces used it to deport people. After the war, the station was rebuilt on its original foundations. The railway connections offered by Monki station include important cities such as Białystok, Olsztyn, Gdynia, Warsaw, and Wrocław, making it a key transport hub in the region. A notable historical fact is that the station was crucial for military transport during times of armed conflict, and its repeated destruction and rebuilding reflect the turbulent history of the region. Monki, with its rich history and station architecture, remains an important part of the local identity and cultural heritage of the area.