Location: Czestochowa
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Top 10 Things to do in Czestochowa, Southern Poland
Częstochowa, [t͡ʂɛ̃stɔˈxɔva] ( listen), is a city in southern Poland on the Warta River with 240,027 inhabitants as of June 2009. It has been situated in the Silesian Voivodeship (administrative division) since 1999, and was previously the capital of the Częstochowa Voivodeship (1975–1998). However, Częstochowa is historically part of Lesser Poland, not of Silesia, and before 1975 (see: Partitions of Poland), it belonged to the Kraków Voivodeship. Częstochowa is located in the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland. It is the 13th most populous city in Poland. It is the largest economic, cultural and administrative hub in the northern part of the Silesian Voivodeship.
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1. Pauline Monastery
2. Our Lady of Czestochowa / The Black Madonna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By royann2017 - Perth, Australia
The whole experience with the unveiling of the black Madonna was very unique and wonderful. Its s prayerful place of God, with a feeling of peace and grandeur. The miracles worked and the relics make it a beautiful experience for all Catholics and believers. But its also a great place to visit and to hear how the town and monastery were spared the destruction unleashed by the Germans during World War 2. Other cities like Warsaw were not so fortunate. But this place is truly blessed and miraculous.
3. Jasna Gora
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4.5 based on 777 reviews
The holiest place in Poland and one of the world’s most important destinations for pilgrims. Every year several million pilgrims pray before the miraculous picture of Our Lady of Czestochowa.
Reviewed By anacW3256HT - Moscow, Russia
Czestochowa is a lively city in the south of Poland with a rich religious history. The city is well-known for its stunning Pauline Monastery of Jasna Gora. Every year, millions of pilgrims from all over the world come here to pay homage to the shrine and enjoy the peace that this holy place gives. The greatest treasure of the imposing Jasna Gora complex is the ancient miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary (Black Madonna) which origin is a mystery. Thanks to this beautiful painting, Jasna Gora became one of the largest Marian sanctuaries in Poland since the 15th century. There, it has been worshiped in desperate moments, especially during large-scale disasters such as epidemics. A characteristic feature of the famous icon are the scars on the face of the Our Lady of Czestochowa. Jasna Gora's Lady bears signs of wounds and pain. Pope Saint John Paul II visited over five times. Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis also have visited Jasna Gora. All in all, this huge monastic complex is well worth a visit. It houses an incredible collection of treasures. The work of art is impressive. Each building features fascinating exhibits. Highly recommended.
4. Sanktuarium Matki Bozej Jasnogorskiej
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By erwins581
If you are in the area around, a must see. If you are a pilgrim, the more!!! Brethtaking barock architecture, especially the interior.
5. Museum of Coins and Medals of Pope John Paul II in Czestochowa
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
6. Museum of Iron Ore Mining
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
7. Park Staszica
8. Bazylika Metropolitalna Swietej Rodziny
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
9. Museum of Match Manufacturing
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4.0 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By Marie80027
Very informative if you understand Polish. For those who don't, you still see all the machines and a video as well. At the end of the tour, you can see a large collection of match boxes, with vintage designs. Also display of art made from single matches. Interesting and different, when you have extra time in Częstochowa.
10. Ratusz
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 19 reviews
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