Ruda, Historic district in Ruda Śląska, Poland
Ruda is a district in the northwestern section of Ruda Śląska that combines residential neighborhoods with remnants of its industrial past. The area includes housing from multiple periods and open spaces that shape the everyday character of the locality.
The area was shaped by the Carlshütte zinc smelter founded in 1816, which became one of the largest facilities of its type in Europe. After World War I, residents voted to join Poland rather than remain under German control.
Following the Upper Silesia plebiscite after World War I, the residents of Ruda demonstrated their Polish identity by voting to join Poland rather than Germany.
The district is well connected by the Katowice-Gliwice railway line and Highway A4, making it easy to reach from surrounding areas. Visitors can navigate easily thanks to established infrastructure and proximity to major transportation points.
In 1951, the neighboring districts of Godula, Orzegów, and Chebzie were merged into this district, expanding its territory significantly. This consolidation reshaped the current boundaries and character of the area.
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