Ujazd, Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, Rural settlement in Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland
Ujazd is a village in Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship situated across rolling terrain in south-central Poland, approximately 4 kilometers west of Iwaniska. The settlement is organized around scattered farmland and residential buildings, with the parish church serving as a central reference point.
The village originated in medieval times, first recorded in documents between 1174 and 1176 as part of monastery endowment records under Piast rule. It remained under the control of various noble families for several centuries before becoming a rural farming community.
The village church stands as the focal point with its modest architecture and central location in the settlement. Local place names and the layout of farms reflect the centuries-long presence of noble families who governed the area.
The village is reached by regional roads connecting through Gmina Iwaniska to nearby settlements and towns. Visitors should plan visits during daylight hours to explore the rural landscape and get a sense of the village layout and surroundings.
Krzyżtopór castle ruins can be found near the village, displaying the imposing fortress design built in the 17th century. The structure weathered multiple military conflicts and now stands as a silent witness to the region's turbulent past.
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