Kartuzy, Administrative center in Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Description
Kartuzy is a city in the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland and serves as the administrative center of Kartuzy County. The town sits in gently rolling terrain with lakes and forests surrounding the area.
History
The city was founded around 1380 by Carthusian monks who received land grants to establish their monastery in this location. This monastic community shaped the place for centuries and made it an important religious and economic center.
Culture
The city serves as a center for Kashubian cultural life, with a museum displaying the traditions and crafts of this regional ethnic group. Visitors can see how this heritage remains present in local daily practices and local products.
Practical
The city is located on major transportation routes and is easy to reach from neighboring urban centers, making it convenient for day trips or longer stays. The flat to gently rolling terrain makes it easy to navigate on foot or by bicycle.
Did you know?
The historic core of the town around the former monastery grounds is still recognizable today, even though little remains of the original buildings. Visitors can still spot traces of this past woven through the modern townscape.
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19, 3 Maja Street in Kartuzy
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26 Kościuszki Street in Kartuzy
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18 Jeziorna Street in Kartuzy
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15 Gdańska Street in Kartuzy
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10 Gdańska Street in Kartuzy
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38 Jeziorna Street in Kartuzy
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16 Jeziorna Street in Kartuzy
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5, 3 Maja Street in Kartuzy
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15, 3 Maja Street in Kartuzy
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