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600th Anniversary Museum
The 600th Anniversary Museum contains fascinating artefacts, including the founding documents of Jasna Góra from 1382 and a cross made from the steel of the World Trade Centre, destroyed in New York on 11 September 2001. Particularly moving are rosaries made from bread crumbs by concentration camp prisoners. Lech Wałęsa's 1983 Nobel Peace Prize, donated by its recipient, can be found beyond the Father Kordecki Conference Room.
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Chapel of Our Lady
In the oldest part of the Monastery of Jasna Góra complex, the Chapel of Our Lady contains the revered Black Madonna .The picture is ceremoniously unveiled at and ( Saturday and Sunday) and veiled at noon and ( and Saturday and Sunday). Be sure to note the walls displaying votive offerings brought by pilgrims. Adjoining the chapel is the impressive basilica (bazylika ) . Its present shape dates to the 17th century and the interior has opulent Baroque furnishings.
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Częstochowa Museum
In the neoclassical town hall, Częstochowa Museum, on Al NMP, contains paintings of Polish artists as well as extensive documentation detailing the history of Częstochowa and the region at large. Some of the collection is housed in the Częstochowa Museum outlet close to the monastery.
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Częstochowa Museum Outlet
Some of the Częstochowa Museum collection is housed in the Częstochowa Museum Outlet close to the monastery.
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Monastery of Jasna Góra
Impressive though it is, the exterior of Monastery of Jasna Góra gives little indication of the grandeur layered behind its walls. Exploring this functioning monastery gives a fascinating insight into its history, and a deep appreciation for its present day relevance. Arrive early and take your time.
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Monastery of Jasna Góra Belltower
The 106m Monastery of Jasna Góra Belltower, the tallest historic church tower in Poland, offers views over the monastery complex and the expanse of Al NMP. After falling many times over history, the current tower dates to 1906.
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Olsztyn Castle
A visit to the Olsztyn Castle ruins, 11km east of Częstochowa, is a refreshing trip out of town…if you find dungeons refreshing. The castle was built in the 14th century by King Casmir the Great and fell into ruins after it was destroyed by the Swedes in 1655.
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St Barbara's Church
The 17th-century St Barbara's Church is 1km south of the monastery. Its location is believed to have been determined by the spring that emerged here when the Black Madonna needed to be washed after it was vandalised (it's still bubbling away behind the church). This legend is depicted on the vault of the chapel.
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