Chęciny

This castle dates back to the end of the 13th century and is the town's biggest tourist attraction. After the Second World War the castle was preserved and partially reconstructed. The eastern tower serves as a scenic viewpoint.

The present church was built in the 14th century. It is believed the church was founded by King Władysław I Łokietek around 1315. Its construction, however, was completed by the son of Łokietek, King Casimir III the Great around 1350. During the Reformation, the church was taken over by Protestants. In 1603 it was returned to the Catholics and it was consecrated again. In the first half of the 15th century, the building was expanded. In the years 1830–1840, the temple underwent a thorough restoration. It is the most important church of Chęciny and lies at the foot of the castle hill.

Founded by Casimir III the Great from the 14th century. The complex includes a rebuilt Gothic church, a late Renaissance monastery building with a domed chapel from 1640, and several other buildings from the 17th century. The complex is now used for healthcare purposes.

There are about 150 tombstones in various states of preservation in the necropolis. The oldest of them are from the second half of the 17th century. There are also tombs in the form of a sarcophagus. The whole is surrounded by quite distinct remains of a stone wall. The cemetery is neglected.

It is not in use and not open for visitors. There are plans to open a Jewish Culture Memorial Centre in the building.