Wąchock

Wąchock is an urban-rural municipality located in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, within the Starachowice County. The seat of the municipality is the town of Wąchock, and before 1929, the municipality was known as Wielka Wieś. The municipality includes localities such as Ciecierówka, Wielka Wieś, Parszów, Marcinków, Upper Marcinków, Rataje, Wymysłów, and Węglów. The area of the municipality is 81.82 km², of which 29% is agricultural land and 61% is forest land, indicating a significant presence of green areas in the region. In 2004, the municipality was inhabited by 7,065 people. Wąchock has a rich history – in 2001, Majków and Michałów separated from the municipality and joined the Skarżysko Kościelne municipality. The municipality is surrounded by other municipalities: Bodzentyn, Brody, Mirzec, Pawłów, Skarżysko Kościelne, Starachowice, and Suchedniów. Architecturally, Wąchock combines rural tradition with urban solutions, which may be of interest to enthusiasts of local buildings and landscapes. The region features a variety of cultural and natural sites that attract tourists. In terms of culture, the municipality organizes various local events that foster community integration and promote traditions. An interesting fact is that Wąchock and its surroundings are renowned for their beautiful landscapes, which attract nature lovers and hikers. The municipality constitutes approximately 15.64% of the area of Starachowice County, highlighting its importance in the region. In recent years, Wąchock has been developing while preserving its culture and traditions.