Gostyń

Gostyń is a city in Greater Poland Voivodeship that serves as an administrative center for several surrounding municipalities. The town is located in western Poland and is connected to larger cities through regional transportation networks.

The city received town rights from Prince Przemysł II in 1278 after being established by nobleman Mikołaj Przedpełkowic. This early granting of town rights shaped its role as an administrative and commercial center across the centuries.

The town maintains two museums that offer visitors insight into local heritage and automotive collections. These institutions shape the town's cultural life and draw people interested in the region's past.

The city is accessible through regional transportation connections, making it easy for visitors to arrive. The best times to visit are outside peak hours, when local services and museums are less crowded.

In the 19th century, the Kasyno Gostyńskie was established here as an institution that supported Polish economic independence. This commitment to economic self-reliance was an important expression of local resistance during that era.

Location: Gmina Gostyń

Inception: 1275

Elevation above the sea: 90 m

Website: http://gostyn.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.87917,17.01250

Latest update: December 19, 2025 21:58