Modliborzyce

Modliborzyce is a town in the Lublin Voivodeship, located on the Biłgoraj Plain. It lost its town rights in 1869 and regained this status in 2014. The town is part of the Modliborzyce municipality and has approximately 1,459 inhabitants. The etymology of the name derives from the Old Polish name Modlibor, which combines elements of prayer and battle. Modliborzyce lies at the junction of the Lublin Upland, the Sandomierz Basin, and the Roztocze region, with its southern part located within the Janów Forests Landscape Park. The town's history dates back to 1631 when it received the privilege to be founded. Key events in its history include the construction of the Church of St. Stanislaus (1644–1664), the establishment of a synagogue before 1690, and numerous changes of ownership over the centuries. Modliborzyce suffered significant destruction, including fires and cholera epidemics in the 19th century. During World War II, the town was affected by bombings and the persecution of its Jewish population. After the war, the town developed, with electrification and the rebuilding of infrastructure. Modliborzyce features historical monuments such as the 17th-century parish church and a synagogue converted into the Municipal Cultural Center. The town is distinguished by its beautiful landscape, offering opportunities for tourism, including trails such as the Lublin Renaissance Trail. The local football club, GKS Modliborzyce, contributes to the development of the local sports culture.