Kielce, Administrative center in Świętokrzyskie Province, Poland
Kielce is a large city in Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship in central Poland, surrounded by hills and crossed by the Silnica River. The city spreads across an area with historic districts around the center and newer residential zones on the edges, linked by several main roads and a train station with regional connections.
The settlement received city rights in 1360 and grew around a religious core supported by the bishop's seat in Kraków. During the 19th century, the place transformed into a center with mining and metalworking industries, which expanded the urban structure.
The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus marks the skyline with its neo-baroque architecture and a dome visible from different vantage points. The Sienkiewicza pedestrian street serves as a gathering place where local shops, cafés and bookstores line up next to each other.
The Targi Kielce exhibition ground hosts trade shows throughout the year, attracting visitors from different sectors. The city center is walkable, and several parks offer quiet zones between the busier streets.
The toy museum holds one of the largest collections of play objects in Poland, with exhibits from different periods and materials. The display also features mechanical toys and dolls that offer insights into the daily life of earlier generations.
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