History of Stare Powązki
Stare Powązki Cemetery is a special place, not only on the map of Warsaw but also of the entire country. As one of the oldest and most important necropolises in Poland, it is an invaluable monument to our national identity. Discover the history of a place that has connected the past with the present for over two hundred years.
Tours
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Old Powązki
Discover Old Powązki up close—a place where the history of Poland is etched in stone. We invite you to explore together the story of this national necropolis, which for centuries has served as a pantheon of outstanding Polish women and men. As you walk along the cemetery paths, you can explore on your own, enjoying the peace and quiet of this place, or embark on a journey with a professional guide who will introduce you to extraordinary life stories and secrets hidden in the architecture of the tombs. We have over 50 different tour topics to choose from. Book free guided lessons for groups from primary and secondary schools.
Every cemetery is a material record of a community's spiritual heritage, a testament to its history, customs and artistic taste.
The Warsaw necropolis is no exception. Its unique role lies in its existence in a city that, at a certain point, ceased to exist.
Literally, along with almost all of its material heritage.
Powązki
Sepulchral
Art
Powązki Sepulchral Art
Conservation
challenges
Stare Powązki is not only a necropolis, but also a historic monument. In 2014, together with the neighboring cemeteries (Jewish, Caucasian, Tatar, Evangelical-Augsburg, and Calvinist), it was recognized as part of the historic complex of denominational cemeteries in Powązki, which was designated a monument of history.
Such a vast complex, open to the elements and covering as much as 43 hectares, requires proper care and conservation. Preserving the monuments and buildings in good condition is a real challenge for heritage conservators.
