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OLIWA PARK

Oliwa Park – the history of the park begins in 15th century. Originally it was a monastic garden set up by Cistercians. The present shape was created in 18th century. The park is well known in Poland for a picturesque formal French garden that is situated in front of Abbot’s Palace. Tunnels formed from trees are welcoming visitors for a walk, the charming pond encourages to stay for a while and rest. The Grottoes of Whispers are teasing love-struck couples to confessions. A historical alley of lime trees, Chinese-Japanese garden with plenty of various ponds and the palm house also attract visitors. During the sightseeing of Oliwa Park it is recommended to visit also the Oliwa Cathedral with the impressive organ.

RZUCEWO

Rzucewo – the village as well as the palace belonged to many landowners during the ages, but the most famous and the most important person connected with this place was Jan III Sobieski (John III Sobieski) – one of the most distinguished kings of Poland. The family of the king were the possessors of Rzucewo and as the legend says the king with his own hands planted the trees in the magnificent lime trees alley. Present palace was built in the shape of a Gothic castle by the von Below family. It is an extraordinarily beautiful and undoubtedly evocative place. The castle is located on the Puck Bay shore and surrounded by a historic park.

THE BELOW PALACE

The name of The Below Palace in Slawotowko comes from the Prussian line von Below who lived in the palace from XIX century to World War II. Unfortunately the history of the house ended in a tragic way. The whole family was killed by the Soviet Army after denouncement from a maid employed in the palace. The von Below family was respected by locals and that is why the informer’s fate also was not ended happily. She was stoned by the villagers. You can learn more about the history of the palace from White Lady who haunts the house, if you visit this charming place …

MANOR HOUSE IN SALINO

Manor house in Salino – a unique example of a house belonging to Polish minor landed gentry from 18th century. The house has two bowers on both sides (corner rooms sticking out from the main part) and is built of timber framing. A gambrel roof is thatched.

KROKOWA CASTLE

The exhibition in Krokowa Castle presents history of von Krockow house which was the owner of the landed estate from 13th century to World War II.

The park surrounding Krokowa Castle was painstakingly renovated thanks to help of von Krockow family who lives in Germany now. The shape of the park from before World War II was restored also thanks to family collection – photos and post cards.

GODETOWO PALACE

It was in Godetowo Palace that the first theatre in Pomerania was set up (in 1784). Actors performing in plays as well as the audience were locals.

PALACE IN LEZNO

Palace in Lezno was occupied by Soviet army in 1945. Soviet soldiers were plundering everything that was possible to take and destroying the rest. The post-war period was not a prosperous period for the palace – there were located State Agricultural Farm offices and flats of the workers. The palace recovered its distinction in 1990s. Today the palace has regained its beauty and charm.

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