Złotoryja

Złotoryja Commune, located in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship within Złotoryja County, boasts a rich history dating back to the first millennium AD, when Slavic strongholds were established. Its territory surrounds the town of Złotoryja, which serves as the commune's administrative seat. Covering an area of 145.07 km², the commune consists of 18 village districts, including the settlement of Wilków and centers such as Jerzmanice-Zdrój, known for its over-100-year-old health resort. In 1211, Złotoryja was granted town rights under the influence of Duke Henry the Bearded, a fact reflected in the commune's coat of arms, which features the ducal couple. Agricultural land dominates the commune's area (77%), giving it an agricultural-industrial character and favorable conditions for farming development. Tourist attractions include the Wilcza Góra Nature Reserve and the ruins of a 13th-century castle in Rokitnica, one of the oldest masonry structures in Poland. Jerzmanice-Zdrój is home to an irregular system of pseudokarst caves and a natural monument, Krucze Skały (Raven Rocks). The commune also features well-preserved cultural sites, such as the ensemble of metallurgical furnaces in Leszczyna, highlighting the region's industrial heritage. Demographically, the population currently hovers around 7,200. Residents value their connection with nature, which supports the growth of tourism, particularly in the Chełmy Landscape Park area, attracting nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The commune also holds educational significance due to its rich geological resources, such as volcanic chimneys, which are unique in the entire region.