Ursynów

Ursynów, a district of Warsaw, boasts a rich history dating back to settlements in the villages of Służew, Służewiec, and other areas within the Służewiecki Stream basin. From the 11th century, it was church property, and in 1238, the oldest Roman Catholic parish in Warsaw was established here. In the 18th century, a palace and park complex known as Rozkosz was built on the Warsaw escarpment, later transformed into Ursynów. In the 19th century, Ursynów developed through the acquisition of further estates and the construction of infrastructure, such as the Grójec Commuter Railway and the Służew Fort. In the 20th century, especially after World War II, Ursynów underwent intensive urbanization, creating housing estates for approximately 160,000 residents. In the 1970s, the construction of housing estates and the first metro line began. Until 1994, Ursynów was part of Mokotów, after which it gained the status of an independent municipality. The district is divided into 13 areas according to the Municipal Information System, distinguishing High Ursynów with a dominance of multi-family buildings and Green Ursynów with single-family housing. In terms of architecture and urban planning, it stands out for its modern housing estates and diverse transportation network. Ursynów is also a place of culture and sports, with 38 sports clubs and cultural events. Naturally, it is distinguished by nature reserves, such as the Kabacki Forest, and interesting sites like the Ursynów Boulder. In 2016, the builders of Ursynów were commemorated by naming one of the intersections after them. The district has preserved historical elements, while modernized infrastructure provides residents with access to a variety of services and attractions.