Kościerzyna, Regional administrative center in Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
Kościerzyna is a town in Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland, situated in a landscape of forests and lakes. The town developed at a convenient location between larger centers and preserves architecture from different periods.
The settlement received municipal rights in 1346 and was established as a town in 1398. Over the centuries it passed through different rulers, including the Teutonic Order and later Prussian authorities.
The museum at Market Square displays objects and documents that show local Kashubian customs and traditions of the region. Visitors can see craftwork and everyday items that tell the story of how people lived here.
The town is a transportation hub with regular train and bus connections to major cities like Gdańsk and Gdynia. The center is walkable and offers standard facilities for visitors.
The Railway Museum displays an extensive collection of historical locomotives and railway equipment. This collection documents the industrial history of the region and its role in transportation development.
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