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OLAWA

Olawawa is a city in Lower Silesia province, in the Wroclaw agglomeration. The town, located on the Oława (known as the Oławka) and Odra rivers, and currently inhabited by about 33,000 people, traces its history back to the 12th century and the Middle Ages.

The most important attraction in the city is the Piast Castle in Olawa, also known as Luisa's Palace. It was erected on the site of Prince Louis I's former Gothic hunting lodge from the late 14th century and has been rebuilt many times over the years. Olawa's town hall dates from the first half of the 19th century. On its Baroque tower, a remnant from the previous town hall, is a 17th-century figural-astronomical clock with moving figures. Inside is the worthwhile Museum Chamber of Olawa Land, a small regional museum that collects antiquities, coins and postcards from Olawa and the surrounding area, as well as a collection of militaria or exhibitions of sculptures and ceramics by local artists. Several beautiful Baroque townhouses can also be seen in the area.

It is worth taking a walk in the city park located in the southern part of Olawa along the Olawka River. Also nearby is an old Jewish cemetery with dozens of preserved matzevot. Also awaiting visitors to the city is the Sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mother of Consolation, the oldest church in Olawa with the remains of a Gothic chancel from around 1300 and several valuable monuments of sacred art.

Access to Olawa

The city lies 27 kilometers southeast of Wroclaw. Oława is crossed by national road 94 and provincial roads: 396 and 455. The city has a railroad station and an Oława PKS station. The railroad connection between Wroclaw and Olawa was established as early as 1842 and is the oldest in Poland. Trains to Olawa stop at the railroad station on Szopena Street, adjacent to the city park. The Oława PKS bus station is located at 3 Maja Street and serves both intercity and international connections.

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Olawa - the city of King James. The city is located in Lower Silesia province, on the Oława and Odra rivers. It has an interesting, nearly 800-year history and several valuable monuments of medieval and later architecture, especially from the period of its greatest splendor, the early 18th century, when it was ruled by Jakub Sobieski.

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ST. GALLEN

St. Gallen, a city in northeastern Switzerland, located in the canton of the same name, near the borders with Germany and Austria. It is one of the most important cultural, educational and economic centers in the region. The city has a rich history and its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Main attractions:

Abbatiale (St. Gallen Monastery) - The biggest attraction in St. Gallen is the monastery complex, which includes a beautiful church with Baroque architecture. The monastery was once a scientific and spiritual center. Also inside is the monastery's library, which is one of the oldest and most valuable book collections in the world. The library has a collection of more than 170,000 volumes, including medieval manuscripts.

St. Gallen's Old Town - St. Gallen has a beautiful old town with narrow, picturesque streets and charming buildings, including colorful townhouses that recall the city's medieval character.

St. Gallen Textile Museum - The city is known for its textile industry, so a museum dedicated to this area of history and art is one of the highlights of St. Gallen. The museum features unique collections of textiles and clothing from different eras.

Rosenberg Hill - This hill offers a beautiful view of the city and the surrounding Alps. It's a popular place for walking and relaxing, with numerous walking trails.

St. Gallen Cathedral - This is an impressive building whose construction began in the 11th century. The cathedral has a unique character due to its architecture, with Baroque details.

St. Gallen is one of the main financial, educational and cultural centers in Switzerland. The city is famous for its textile industry, but in recent decades it has also developed in other fields such as banking, international trade and technology. St. Gallen is also a well-known educational center, mainly thanks to the University of St. Gallen (HSG), which is one of the top business universities in Europe.

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