Lower Silesian Voivodeship
Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Administrative region in southwestern Poland
Description
Lower Silesian Voivodeship is a region covering much of southwestern Poland, with mountain ranges, forests, historic towns, and large protected areas. The landscape shifts between rolling hills, dense woodlands, and rocky summits that shape the appearance of the entire territory.
History
After World War II, the population composition changed fundamentally when German residents left the area and Polish families from eastern territories arrived. This shift shaped the identity and social fabric of the region up to the present day.
Culture
Architecture throughout the area shows Polish, German, and Czech building traditions, visible in town squares, churches, and manor houses. Many communities preserve centuries-old crafts such as glassmaking and pottery, which visitors can observe in small workshops.
Practical
Several mountain passes and hiking trails connect valleys and settlements, with higher elevations often limited in winter. Information centers in larger towns provide guidance on routes, shelters, and regional highlights.
Did you know?
Hidden springs in the mountains have been sought by hikers for centuries and are known for their particularly pure water. Some of these springs feed small streams that wind through narrow rock crevices and only become visible further down.
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Sněžka
59.5 km
Moszna Castle
121 km
Racławice Panorama
46.3 km
Czocha Castle
75.8 km
Sky Tower
44.5 km
Ślęża
33.3 km
Wrocławski Rynek
45.4 km
Centennial Hall
48.6 km
Králický Sněžník
102.9 km
Skull Chapel in Czermna
71 km
Vang stave church
57.4 km
Błędne Skały
67.6 km
Karkonosze National Park
62.4 km
Wrocław Zoological Garden
48.1 km
Ještěd
105.7 km
Cis Henrykowski
82 km
Lądek-Zdrój
89.5 km
Książ Castle and park complex
27.6 km
Lubiąż Abbey
20.8 km
Chojnik Castle
58.8 km
Stołowe Mountains National Park
68.5 km
Żelazny Most
50.3 km
Aquapark Wrocław
45.4 km
Wrocław Cathedral
46.5 km
Wielka Sowa
45.4 km
Bohemian Paradise
105.9 km
Peace Church in Świdnica
27.5 km
Kłodzko Fortress
74.1 km
Karkonosze County
Kamienna Góra County
Góra County
Jawor County
Dzierżoniów County
Głogów County
Bolesławiec County
Kłodzko County
Legnica County
Wrocław
Jelenia Góra
Legnica
Trzebnica County
Wałbrzych County
Wałbrzych
Wołów County
Wrocław County
Ząbkowice Śląskie County
Zgorzelec County
Złotoryja County
Lubin County
Lubań County
Milicz County
Lwówek Śląski County
Oława County
Oleśnica County
Strzelin County
Polkowice County
Świdnica County
Środa Śląska County
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