Zawiercie

Zawiercie is a city located in the Silesian Voivodeship of Poland and serves as the seat of Zawiercie County. It lies in the historical region of Lesser Poland and within the Zagłębie Dąbrowskie area, nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, on the banks of the Warta and Czarna Przemsza rivers. Known as the "Gateway to the Jurassic Highland," Zawiercie is a starting point for numerous tourist trails. The city boasts a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages and developed thanks to its metallurgical, foundry, glass, and textile industries. Numerous historical landmarks have been preserved, including churches, the Szymański Palace, and the TAZ workers' estate from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. After World War II, Zawiercie underwent intensive reconstruction and modernization, accompanied by population growth. Interestingly, before the war, the city was home to a significant Jewish community, whose history is tragically linked to the events of World War II. Zawiercie has an active cultural and sports life, with clubs such as Viret Zawiercie and Aluron CMC Warta Zawiercie. Today, Zawiercie is a dynamic urban center offering a wide range of educational, transportation, and religious services. The city also hosts numerous cultural events that promote local traditions and history.