The quintessential example of Sandomierz’ underrated assets, the medieval Długosz House (Dom Długosza) was built in 1476 for Poland’s first historian, Jan Długosz. Today it houses the Diocesan Museum, with a treasure trove of medieval artwork, sculpture, tapestries, clothing, coins and ceramics.
Diocesan Museum
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