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Żyrardów
| Contributor | dienuz |
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| Country | Poland |
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| Postal address | Żyrardów, Poland |
| jgrzonkowski@zyrardow.pl | |
| Webpage | http://www.zyrardow.pl/ |
| Release date | 30/03/2018 |
| Landscape type | Urban |
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Situated in the heart of Poland in the Mazovia Voivodeship region is Żyrardow. Just 45 km away from Warsaw, Żyrardow is most famous for its linen factory, established in 1829 by the Łubieńscy brothers. It soon became the largest linen factory in Europe. The historical centre of the city was occupied by the factory settlement. It included homes for the workers, churches, schools, canteens and other local amenities. Today, it is the one of a few urban centres in Europe that has been completely preserved and a unique example of the so-called model town or garden city. The downtown centre of Żyrardow is a stunning architectural testament, characterised by red-brick buildings and well planned street, with green fields that separate residential areas from the industrial zone. As well as offering an insight into life at the factory and its history, Żyrardow offers numerous possibilities for active holidaymakers. Excellent cycling paths (especially near the Bolimowski Natural Landscape Park), and canoeing trips along the Rawki River ensure a great holiday for everyone.
