Lesko, Historical municipality in Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland
Lesko is a town in the Subcarpathian Voivodeship in southeastern Poland, situated at about 390 meters elevation in the San River valley. The buildings spread across ridges of the Sanok-Turczan mountain range, creating the character of this administrative center.
The area came under Habsburg control following the First Partition of Poland in 1772 and remained under Austrian rule until Poland regained independence in 1918. This long period shaped the town's development and character.
The town carries traces of diverse communities in its layout and buildings. The Jewish cemetery with its old stones and the former synagogue show how people of different faiths once coexisted in this place.
The town functions as an administrative center and offers good starting points for visitors interested in the region's history and architecture. Walking through the central streets allows you to explore buildings and public spaces at your own pace.
The 17th-century synagogue was converted into an art gallery after its restoration and now displays works by European artists. This space connects the town's religious past with contemporary art in an unexpected way.
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