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Przesieka is a picturesque village located in the Karkonosze Mountains, in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, within the Karkonosze County. It is renowned for its diverse tourist trails, such as routes leading to the Karkonosze Pass or towards Sosnówka. Since 1931, a meteorological station has been operating here, documenting precipitation, with the highest rainfall occurring during the summer months. Tourist attractions in Przesieka include the Podgórna Waterfall, the Waloński Kamień, and the Japanese garden Siruwia, which was arranged over an area of 1.5 hectares and opened to visitors in 2014. Scenic viewpoints, such as the "Złoty Widok" (Golden View), offer spectacular panoramas of the Karkonosze Mountains. Historically, Przesieka was known as early as the 17th century, and in 1632, it was gifted by the emperor to Georg Andreas Schwinghammer. In the pre-war period, a fire station operated here, which today is part of the local history, with a historic pump placed in front of it. After World War II, the village was given a new name—Matejkowice—associated with the discovery of lost works by Jan Matejko. The village's architecture is also noteworthy, with several structures listed in the heritage register, such as a mill from 1803, as well as many other buildings of historical value. With its rich cultural heritage, natural attractions, and convenient transportation links, Przesieka attracts tourists eager to explore the charms of the Karkonosze Mountains.