Stara Morawa

Stara Morawa is a village in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, within the Stronie Śląskie municipality, which has been undergoing dynamic development since the 1990s, largely due to the growing tourism movement. The area has seen the construction of new holiday homes as well as lodging and dining infrastructure. Between 2000 and 2006, an artificial reservoir was built, opened in 2007, which has become one of the most attractive recreational spots in the village, alongside numerous hiking trails and cycling routes. The village boasts rich architectural assets, including a complex of structures such as a 19th-century lime kiln, now an art gallery run by Professor Jacek Rybczyński. In Stara Morawa, one can also find remnants of an old ironworks and forge, as well as various monuments like the Grotto of the Rosary Mother of God and a destroyed natural monument—a candelabra-shaped spruce. The history of the locality dates back to the 14th century, and its name has changed over the centuries, being associated with the Morawka River. Originally a forest settlement, the village developed thanks to mining and metallurgy, which declined in the 17th century. After World War II, Stara Morawa experienced a population exchange and the devastation of its buildings, but over the years, it began to regain its character through tourism and recreation. It is also worth mentioning the local festivals and artistic events that attract interest from creators and tourists alike. Stara Morawa is an excellent destination for those seeking contact with nature, tourist attractions, and relaxation in the picturesque surroundings of the Bialskie Mountains and the Śnieżnik Massif.