Located on the Wilga River in the Mazovian Voivodeship, in the east of Poland, Garwolin is an inconspicuous town that nevertheless boasts a long and rich history. Over the years, the town has repeatedly been at the center of uprisings and wars, often suffering negatively from their effects and not escaping major destruction. For example, during the Battle of Warsaw, the camp of Marshal Jozef Pilsudski was stationed in Garwolin, who commanded the maneuver from there from the Wieprz River.
When visiting Garwolin, it is worth seeing the Baroque collegiate church of the Transfiguration of the Lord, which was built in the late 19th century, and pay attention to its beautiful vaulted ceiling with frescoes and decorations. For history buffs, interesting places to see will be objects related to the turbulent history of the city. Among them is the stone commemorating the stationing of the Jozef Pilsudski camp, the monument to the Battle of Warsaw, the former barracks buildings or the World War II war cemetery. There are also recreational facilities in the city, such as the MAMUT Water Park and the Retention Reservoir, whose surroundings are an ideal place for strolling.
The city is located southeast of Warsaw at the intersection of roads S17 and 76, and is well connected to Warsaw and surrounding towns. The railroad station closest to the city is located in Wola Rębkowska, about 5 kilometers west of Garwolin. The city's bus station, on the other hand, is located on Tadeusza Kosciuszko Street, right in the center of Garwolin. There used to be a grain market, called the County Market, at this location. Garwolin buses go to Warsaw and nearby smaller towns and villages. Tickets for Garwolin buses can be found on our website, among others.
.Borodzianka is a town located in Ukraine, Kyiv Oblast, Buchansk Region, on the Zdiv River. The town has a population of about 11,200 (as of 2023). Borodzianka has a rich history, dating back to the Middle Ages, with the first mention of it dating back to 1509. After the Union of Lublin it became part of Kyiv province. In the 17th century it was a settlement, and in the 18th century it became a manor house. In the 19th century, Borodzianka was a town in Kyiv County with a leather factory, two mills, an Orthodox church and a Catholic chapel.
Sites in Borodzianka:
1. Orthodox Church - a historic church that is an important part of the village's cultural heritage.
2. Catholic chapel - a historic chapel that also played an important role in the religious life of the locals.
3. Old factories and mills - remnants of former industrial plants that were economically important to the region.
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