Sandomierz Castle

The Sandomierz Royal Castle is a medieval structure in Sandomierz, Poland. It was built on a slope of Vistula River by Casimir III the Great and extended in the 16th century.

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Opening hours:
Monday: 11:00 AM—2:00 PM
Tuesday—Sunday: 11:00 AM—6:00 PM
Type: Museum
Description: historic structure in Sandomierz, Poland
Also known as: “Muzeum Zamkowe w Sandomierzu”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Sandomierz Cathedral and Dominican Church and Convent of St. James, Sandomierz.

Sandomierz Cathedral

Church

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Cathedral Basilica of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Sandomierz is a gothic cathedral constructed in 1360. The cathedral was renovated in the baroque style in the 18th century, and first received the rank of cathedral in 1818. Sandomierz Cathedral is situated 170 metres northeast of Sandomierz Castle.

Dominican Church and Convent of St. James, Sandomierz

Church

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The Church of St. James in Sandomierz, also known as the Shrine of Blessed Sadok and 48 Dominican martyrs, Monastery of Dominicans, Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary, is one of the oldest brick churches in Poland and the second oldest Dominican monastery in Poland. Dominican Church and Convent of St. James, Sandomierz is situated 250 metres northwest of Sandomierz Castle.

Długosz House

Museum

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The Długosz House is a 15th century mansionary structure in Sandomierz, Poland. The structure was financed and built with the support of Jan Długosz. The building is on the register of monuments in Poland, and it composes part of the historic portion of old Sandomierz. Długosz House is situated 240 metres northeast of Sandomierz Castle.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Zawisełcze and Strochcice.