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Ujazd 73, 27-570 Iwaniska, powiat opatowski, woj. świętokrzyskie
One of the largest ruins in Europe of a fortified aristocratic residence of the palazzo in fortezza type, combining a palatial function with a defensive one.
The castle is located in the village of Ujazd, in the Iwaniska municipality, in Opatów County, in the south of the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship.
The castle was built by Krzysztof Ossoliński (1587-1645), Voivode of Sandomierz. Construction was carried out between 1631 and 1644 (begun probably around 1621). In 1770, during the Bar Confederation, the castle, defended by the confederates, was captured and destroyed by Russian troops. In the following centuries it fell into ruin.
The extensive ruins of the residence with preserved walls, gates and fragments of Mannerist architecture; the site was famous for its innovative 17th-century technical solutions.
For lovers of residential architecture, history and photography.
Opening hours depend on the season; current information on the site's website.
The village of Ujazd, Iwaniska municipality; access by road.
