Location: Olsztyn
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What to do and see in Olsztyn, Southern Poland: The Best Things to do
Olsztyn ([ˈɔlʂtɨn] ( listen); English: /ˈɒlʃtɪn/; German: Allenstein ( listen); Old Polish: Holstin; Old Prussian: Alnāsteini or Alnestabs; Lithuanian: Alnaštynas, Alnštynas, Alštynas (historical) and Olštynas (modern)) is a city on the Łyna River in northeastern Poland. Olsztyn is the capital of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, and is a city with county rights.
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1. Rezerwat Sokole Gory
2. Sciezka Geologiczna Kamieniolom Kielniki
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3. Gora Biaklo
4. Zamek w Olsztynie
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The ruins of a 14th century castle are one of the biggest attractions of the area. The castle, located on a hill, among limestone rocks, is part of the Trail of the Eagles' Nests. It belonged to a system of fortifications, built by King Kazimierz Wielki, to protect western Lesser Poland from Czechs, to whom Silesia belonged at that time. For some time, as a fee, it belonged to Prince Władysław Opolczyk. Taken away from him in 1396, the castle was then handed by King Władysław Jagiełło to a local nobleman, Jan Odrowąż of Szczekociny. The castle was invaded several times by Silesian princes in the 15th century, and with the advancement of warfare, its fortifications became obsolete. In 1655, it was captured by the Swedes, and since then, it became a ruin. In 1722, it was partly demolished, with bricks used to build a parish church at Olsztyn. Currently, only fragments of defensive walls remain. The most impressive still standing part of the castle is a 35-meter round tower, built in the 13th century, which served as a prison.
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6. Park Linowy Jura
High Rope Park Jura "Park Linowy Jura" is located in Olsztyn, village in Częstochowa County, Silesian Voivodeship 12 km from Częstochowa city. It is an adventure park. It is easily accessible by bike, by bus or by car. 5 levels of varying difficulty guarantee fun for both kids and adults. Professional staff and equipment provides full safety. Training in English is always available.
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