The first documentary mention of Chęcinys comes from 1275 in a document by Bolesław Wstydliwys. It is not known exactly when the place received city rights. Most likely, King Władysław …

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It was built at the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries, founded by Wenceslaus II, rebuilt by the last two Piasts. It had defensive and residential functions, it was a state prison, a place where the crown treasury was stored. On May 26, 1331, a congress of knights from all Polish lands took place at the foot of the hill. Destroyed during the Swedish wars. Restored and made available again in 2015.

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September 9, 2022

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All information about the Castle -> zamek.checiny.pl/pl

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Location: gmina Chęciny, powiat kielecki, Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland

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