Czestochowa is the
town of 260 thousand citizens. It is an academic and cultural centre
situated in the heart of southern Poland above the "Warta"
river. Surrounded by Jurassic rocks of The Cracow-Czestochowa Upland,
natural parks and ruins of middle-aged castles are one of the most
interesting tourist and economy regions of Poland.
The best-known monument
is the Pauline Fathers' Monastery at "Jasna Gora". Apart
from this the city also boasts of the 19th century Town Hall, now
the seat of The Czestochowa Museum, The Archaeological Reservation,
old churches, the cathedral and The Old Town. A lot of walking and
cycling routs lead through the city. Every year The International
Festival of Sacral Music called "Gaude Mater" and The Pyrotechnic
and Laser Shows attract many amateurs.
Czestochowa's Flag
Three stripes: two equal width - white or silver on top and blue
on bottom, and yellow between them.
Czestochowa's Emblem
Two animals are standing on two towers, on the left - lion, on right
- raven or eagle (gold or black colors). City walls are always white
and the gate is open, as well.