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Pomnik Arki Bożka, Racibórz

#26 among attractions in Racibórz

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Pomnik Arki Bożka

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Monument to Arka Bozek - located on Opawska Street in Racibórz, monument to Arka Bozek, mayor of Markowice in the years 1927-1933, farmer, Polish activist, publicist, member of the National Council in London in exile, and after the war deputy governor of Silesia.

The monument, designed by sculptor Augustyn Dyrda, was cast in Gliwice. It depicts the Ark of Bolek with outstretched arms, as a gesture of a man eager to help others. The pedestal bears the name of Ark Bozek and his well-known saying: "Our strength lies in ourselves". The monument was unveiled on 9 May 1980, in the presence of Arka Bozek's family, government representatives, and thousands of Racibórz citizens. The location of the monument met with much criticism; the area on the outskirts of today's Roth Park was suggested as a better place for the monument. A square was created in front of the monument, which is now often used by skaters and skateboarders. In 2013 it was moved and placed at the entrance to Roth Park from Opawska Street.

Coordinates: 50°5'11"N, 18°12'55"E
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Racibórz Poland

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Pomnik Arki Bożka – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Zamek Piastowski w Raciborzu, Muzeum, Kościół par. pw. Wniebowzięcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny, Kościół św. Jakuba.

  • zamek piastowski w raciborzu raciborz0.7 miN
  • muzeum raciborz0.5 miN
  • kosciol par pw wniebowziecia najswietszej maryi panny raciborz0.4 miNE
  • kosciol sw jakuba raciborz0.5 miNE
  • kosciol pw sw jana chrzciciela raciborz0.9 miNE
  • kosciol par pw matki bozej raciborz0.9 miW
  • park im miasta roth raciborz~460 ftSE
  • kolumna matki boskiej raciborz0.4 miNE
  • najswietszego serca pana jezusa raciborz0.4 miSW
  • park zamkowy raciborz0.8 miN
  • park im kpt franciszka stala raciborz0.4 miNE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pomnik Arki Bożka?

Nearby attractions include Park im. Miasta Roth, Racibórz (3 min walk), Dawny cmentarz katolicko-ewangelicki, Racibórz (3 min walk), Pomnik poległych w czasie I Wojny Światowej, Racibórz (3 min walk), Kościół par. pw. Wniebowzięcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny, Racibórz (11 min walk).

How to get to Pomnik Arki Bożka by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pomnik Arki Bożka:

Train
  • Racibórz (15 min walk)

Bus
  • PKS Racibórz (16 min walk)

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