Wrocław Main Square by Michał SiarekCity Museum of Wrocław
The historic name
There are a few theories as to the name "Silesia". One of them says that it comes from the name of the Ślęza River or the Ślęża Mountain - an important place of pagan worship.
From the Bird's EyeMilicz Ponds
Top tourist destination in Europe
The region features several national parks and nature reserves, such as Karkonosze National Park, or Stołowe Mountains National Park. The Sudetes mountain range, including the Karkonosze, offers great opportunities for hiking, skiing, and enjoying nature.
Książ Castle, Lower Silesia, Poland by Michal SiarekMuseum of Architecture in Wroclaw
600 castles and ruins
When you are travelling through Lower Silesia, there is a high chance you will run into a palace or castle. It is estimated that there are around 600 castles, palaces, and chateaux in the region. Read on about the Książ Castle.
aerial view of Centennial Hall (2019)Centennial Hall
Home to 3 UNESCO Heritage Sites
One is the Centennial Hall, built according to the plans of the German architect, Max Berg. Centennial Hall is a unique space for hosting concerts, exhibitions theatre performances, and sporting events. At the time of its construction, it was the largest ever reinforced concrete dome in the world.
Piano of Church of Peace in JaworEvangelical Church of Peace in Jawor
Two iconic churches
Churches of Peace in Jawor and Świdnica are the other two UNESCO heritage sites. Erected in the mid 17th century, they are the biggest timber-framed religious buildings located in Europe.
Main Train Station in Wroclaw by Michał SiarekCity Museum of Wrocław
Wrocław - the vibrant capital
Wrocław's history dates back over a thousand years. It was originally a settlement on the Oder River and it became a significant trading hub in the medieval period. It's known for its charming Market Square, lined with beautiful townhouses. Learn more about Wrocław.
Szczeliniec in the wintertime by Tadeusz KandeferStołowe Mountains National Park
The Polish "Twin Peaks"
Dense forests, lustrous lakes, and mysterious mountains - that's also Lower Silesia. The Owl Mountains are characterised by foggy forests, rugged terrain, and picturesque valleys. Explore the Stołowe Mountains National Park in its full splendour.
From The Bird's EyeMilicz Ponds
Nearly 8,000 hectares of ponds
Milicz Ponds are a complex of 285 fish ponds that are home to more than one hundred breeding bird species, including some rare ones. The ponds cover an area of about 75 square kilometers and are absolutely stunning.
Meeting with Olga Tokarczuk at ICE Kraków (2022) by M. ŁepeckiICE Krakow Congress Centre
Lower Silesia: a never ending source of inspiration
Olga Tokarczuk, a renowned Polish writer and Nobel laureate, has significant connections to Lower Silesia. She has lived in Lower Silesia for many years. Now, she resides in a small village called Krajanów, near Nowa Ruda. This rural setting has influenced her writing.
Lower Silesia is featured prominently in Tokarczuk's literary works. For instance, her novel "House of Day, House of Night" is set in Nowa Ruda and the surrounding area, drawing on the local history and landscape.
