Żabno, Municipality in Lesser Poland, Poland
Żabno is a town in Lesser Poland positioned along the Dunajec River roughly 14 kilometers northwest of Tarnów at approximately 183 meters elevation. It serves as the administrative center of its municipality, with the river forming a natural boundary through the settlement.
The settlement gained town privileges before 1385 when Queen Jadwiga confirmed its Magdeburg rights following a request from a local nobleman. It suffered complete destruction during a Swedish invasion in 1656 and again from a major fire in 1799.
The town's weekly market still takes place regularly, a tradition that began when royal privileges were granted in the 15th century. This everyday commerce keeps alive a connection to medieval trading practices that shaped the settlement's early development.
The town is served by the Tarnów-Szczucin railway line, which connects it to larger cities across the region. Regular train service makes it accessible for visitors exploring the Lesser Poland area.
The settlement was rebuilt twice after major disasters, including complete destruction in 1656 and again after a fire in 1799. Each time, residents chose to reconstruct their homes and community in the same location.
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