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Centrum Archeologiczne w Nowej Słupi (Archaeological Centre in Nowa Słupia)

Świętokrzyska 59, Nowa Słupia

  • Monuments & Culture
  • Hillforts and Archaeological Sites

A settlement at the foot of Łysa Góra

The Archaeological Centre in Nowa Słupia lies at the foot of Łysa Góra, on the edge of the Świętokrzyski National Park. On a site of several hectares a settlement from the Roman period has been reconstructed, based on excavations carried out in this area – one of the largest centres of ancient iron smelting in Europe.

What to see

The route leads among huts, workshops and bloomery furnaces in which iron was smelted from ore mined in nearby open pits. The reconstructions show the daily life of the Przeworsk culture some two thousand years ago: farming, metalworking, pottery and weaving.

Good to know

The centre stages demonstrations of ancient crafts and re-enactments, including Roman legionaries. Its best-known event is the “Dymarki Świętokrzyskie” festival with a display smelting of iron. The exhibition is largely in the open air, so sturdy footwear comes in handy.

  • Visitor car park
  • Ticket desk and toilets
  • Paths across the settlement grounds
  • Reconstructed buildings and shelters
Visit duration: approx. 1 hour Seasonality: Spring to autumn season; the exhibition is mostly open-air

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Source: http://dymarki.pl