Chmielno, Rural village in Kartuzy County, Poland.
Chmielno is a small village in the Kashubian region of northern Poland, surrounded by lakes. The place serves as the administrative center for the surrounding gmina district and is known primarily for its active pottery craft scene.
The village developed as an agricultural community in Pomerania and experienced changes under various periods of Polish and Kashubian governance. The area was long shaped by its rural structure and local craft traditions.
The pottery workshops here are known for painted ceramics decorated with local patterns such as stars, fish scales, and tulips. This craft tradition shapes the character of the place today and attracts people who value traditional handiwork.
The village lies in a lake-rich area and is best explored on foot or by car. Local roads are easily accessible, and the place has basic facilities for visitors interested in the pottery tradition.
The pottery museum here displays traditional ceramic techniques passed down through generations of local craftspeople. This collection allows visitors to trace the development of this regional art form directly.
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