Fort Wawer, 19th century military fort in Wawer district, Warsaw, Poland.
Fort Wawer was a military fortification from the 19th century that occupied roughly 2 hectares with a regular geometric design. The site functioned as part of Warsaw's broader fortress defense network and now operates as Mother's Park for public use.
The fort was built between 1892 and 1893 as a strategic point in the Warsaw-Zegrze-Modlin defense triangle. It remained operational until 1909, when it was decommissioned, though it was briefly restored during the 1920 Polish-Soviet War for defense purposes.
The site is known locally as a green space that residents use for daily recreation and relaxation. The transformation from military installation to public park shows how communities repurpose historical defense sites for modern life.
The site is accessible as a public green space in the Wawer district and visitors can walk through freely at any time. The park layout is straightforward to navigate, making it suitable for casual strolls or family visits.
The grounds were transferred to Wawer municipality by Poland's President in 1936 for public use, marking an early decision to open military land to residents. This early conversion makes it one of the region's oldest sites transformed from defense installation to recreational space.
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