Brzåna

Brzåna is the economical and cultural centre of Masurija. It is the most populous city in Masurija. Polish immigrants founded the city in 1521, which used to be the port connected Sankten and Sweden. The city is home to more than 80 thousand people. Gord itself is divided into 6 municipal districts, each with its own Council.

## History

### Beginning

In 1521, Polish immigrants established a settlement on the seashore. They were attracted by the large hills on which the settlers later built their first houses. The oldest house, built in 1523, is located in the heart of the city near the Church of St. John (1557).

### 1500-1700

After the city was founded, immigrants from Poland and Sweden began to flock here for commercial purposes. Although the port was small, there was a trade in furs and grain crops. In 1576, the first covered market was built, the city's trade is gaining strength and more and more immigrants come here.

* The city is famous for its Church monasteries, there are more than 5 of them in total!

* The largest and most famous among the public is the monastery of the Holy virgin Mary, to which the aforementioned Church of St. John belongs. Gradually, the city is gaining power in Masurijan Voivodeship, becoming the largest and most influential settlement in the Voivodeship. By the 1620s, the construction of a small complex of protective walls was completed, which gives this stronghold great importance, and now there is a strike group of the armed forces of Sankten's nearby.

* St. Michael the Archangel school for boys opened in 1675, it still exists and is one of the best schools in the state. It is noteworthy that the creation of this school was undertaken by Archbishop Michael, after whom the school was named and served as the beginning of scientific life in the city.

### 1701-1900

The city flourished at this time, because it was during this period that the Golden age of the city, so small but important, took place. At this point, interest in painting and art began to manifest. So impressively inspired by the picturesque landscapes of cold, stone rocks, dense forests and the murmur of several rivers that bind the city with small streams that sometimes overflow. The most famous works of artists are kept in the Museum of fine arts. After the partitions of the post-Polish Republic, the aristocrats of the then Poland moved to the big cities, but they did not avoid our city. Many beautiful villas and mansions were built near the city. People's needs grew, entertainment was needed, and from that moment the first theater in the Voivodeship was built, followed by a variety show, and later a Hippodrome, all these objects have been preserved to this day.

Meanwhile, the city began to grow slowly, with new buildings, roads, hospitals, schools, and squares being built. Once a small village became such an important political center.

### 1900-2050

The beginning of the 20th century marked the end of the Victorian era and peace in Europe. At the beginning of the century, production peaks were reached, although the city was not comparable to such large economic centers of the Southern provinces, but still remained one of the main centers of the agricultural and non-industrial North. Even a few years before the first wars in Europe, it was clear that the city was losing its former greatness. After all the conflicts, when peace reigned in Europe, reforms began, and new technologies slowly began to be used throughout the province. This only widened the technological gap between the provinces. it became quiet and peaceful, somewhere even unkempt, but cozy and pleasant.

In recent years, there has been a rapid growth of the economy, buildings are being rebuilt on the outskirts and in the city center, and more and more tourists come to visit this city. It is growing, and the authorities give it every opportunity to continue to grow, everyone knows that there is a bright future ahead.

## Population

Nationalities in Brzåna
 Polish
 Others

Population
 1956

## Politics

Brzåna is the headquarter of PPS , this party has the popularity among the citizens.

City Council
 URS
 FRDM
 DCS

## Transport

The Central station is located in the city, where regional, state and international trains leave. There are 8 bus routes and 2 tram routes. The city also has a seaport where you can start sailing. From the city there are 4 highways to different parts of the country.

## Tourism

Every year almost 500 k tourists visit Brzåna, this number grows and grows every year.

### Heritage sites of the city

- the Church of St. John (1557) and the nearest square

- The Brzåna Market

- The Theatre