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Krasiczyn

 

Castle in Krasiczyn - Stanisław Krasicki the son of arrived here at the end of the fifteenth century nobility Mazovian Rogala began construction of the castle in 1580. His younger son Marcin Krasicki finished it in 1631. Marcin, who is regarded as one of the most Maecenas's of the art in Poland, has fortified castle in a wonderful residence. From his name Stanislaw Krasicki called the castle Krasiczyn.

 

One of the most important architectural elements of the castle is located in the Mary chapel tower, similar to the chapel at Wawel in Krakow. There is also a richly carved portals, loggias, arcades and unique wall decorations sgraffita.  Castle total area is calculated to be approximately 7,000 square meters.

 

Krasiczyn Castle Gallery

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