Krzeszów
Historical Towns and Villages
This village situated on the San contains interesting small-town buildings. Explicit urban planning reflects the urban past of the village. Due to its location on the navigable San, trade flourished here. In 1641, King Władysław IV Waza granted the place town privileges. In the period of the partitions, the status of Krzeszów declined, and the destruction of World War I led to town privileges being revoked.
The most important monument is the wooden nave church dating from the years 1727-1728. The building underwent a thorough renovation in the late 19th century thanks to Zamojski family funds. The adjacent wooden belfry is also interesting. Krzeszów is, however, best known as the centre of the tradition of frying damson preserves. Every year in September, a party called “Powidlaki” is organised. Collective frying of preserves and exploring the cultural and culinary qualities of the Krzeszowski Land is an interesting proposition for visitors. During the festival, the visitors cooking courses, educational activities and auctions of the best products.
