Różanystok

Różanystok is a village in northeastern Poland centered on an 18th-century basilica complex built with substantial stone walls. The site includes the church, a former monastery, and supporting structures arranged across the grounds.

The settlement was originally called Krzywy Stok before being transformed by the establishment of a Marian shrine housing a 17th-century religious image. This development made the location a destination for the faithful.

The village draws pilgrims throughout the year who come to venerate Mary at the basilica. Visitors can observe active religious practices that shape daily life and the character of the settlement.

The village sits in rural countryside and is accessible by rail via the northeastern Poland train network. It is best visited during daylight hours when the basilica and grounds are open to the public.

The village retains a substantial stone boundary wall that dates to its monastic period and survives to the present day. This wall once enclosed the entire monastery grounds and shows visitors how the site was once separated from the surrounding landscape.