Lower Silesia is a land of mysteries.
Many castles and palaces in the region have a rich history, and some of Lower Silesia's monuments are surrounded by mysteries and legends. The history of Pakosz Palace is also part of the mysteries of Lower Silesia. It is a tale of 12 generations of owners, war and flax with a curse in the background.
BASIN OF WHITE GOLD
linen and tulle
Let's go back to the times when Lower Silesia was called the Valley of Weavers, and the Jelenia Góra Basin was called the White Gold Basin. This was the name given to the flax grown in the area, which was sent to the courts of Europe or the Far East. It was transported along the so-called Silk Road, an ancient trade route connecting China with the Middle East and Europe.
Flax was considered a noble plant for several reasons. It grew in very fertile soil, allowing for fertility. At the time, the local water had a specific chemical composition that, when flax was processed, softened and discolored the material in a way that is difficult to achieve today. The last, extremely important factor was the location of the Deer Valley - the material was spread out on flat meadows, where the flax sheets dried in the sun and reached the color of noble white.
MERCHANT MENTZEL AND THE SCHAFFGOTSCH FAMILY
From the members of the merchant socialite developed an aristocracy of merchants, not inferior to the family aristocracy and equally wealthy. These, so-called, "lords of the veil" could afford to erect expensive merchant houses, which served as warehouses and transshipment centers and mostly had large halls on the floors for representative purposes. One of the representatives of this group was Christian Mentzel, who becomes the forerunner of tulle and linen production.
The grounds of Pakosz Palace belonged at the time, that is, at the beginning of the 18th century, to the extremely influential and wealthy Schaffgotsch family.
In time, Mentzel bought up the surrounding land and created the largest linen bleaching plant in the area. He also constructed a weaving workshop, enabling the production of so-called tulle. Interestingly - he did not reveal the method of its construction to anyone.
The place became a major trading point for merchants from all over Europe, but also a social space for distinguished guests.
SECRETS OF LOWER SILESIA
broadcast about Pakosz Palace
What secrets does the Pakosz Palace hide?
What was the curse cast by a would-be husband, which affected 12 generations living in the Pakosz Palace, and did it come true?
Who haunts the surrounding ponds?
How are a story of tragic love, a weaving workshop, the Grace Church in Jelenia Gora and the casting of a curse connected with the Pakosz Palace?
Answers to these questions can be found in a radio program by Radio Katowice, which we warmly encourage you to listen to. It made a great impression on listeners and lovers of the mysteries of Lower Silesia: a radio program about Pakosz Palace The program, titled "Dark mysteries of Lower Silesia," was broadcast as part of the popular series "What history keeps silent about," during which Marek Mierzwiak talked about dark and interesting places in Lower Silesia with Urszula Pawlik. Soon there will be another broadcast, which will uncover more mysterious stories related to Pakosz Palace.
EXPERIENCE THE HISTORY OF PAKOSZ PALACE IN PERSON
and the mysteries of Lower Silesia
If you wish to personally experience the extraordinary history and discover the secrets of Lower Silesia, a stay in the exquisite interiors of the unique palace of Lower Silesia will certainly enable you to do so. We invite you to get acquainted with the current Pakosz Palace stay packages Stay in the magnificent palace rooms and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere, which will enable you to explore the secrets of the fascinating place that is Pakosz Palace on your own. A place, built more than 200 years ago by the power of love - about which you can hear in the aforementioned broadcast - and in recent years precisely, with special attention to detail, restored. The 12 generations that have lived here have contributed many unusual and peculiarities. Deciding to stay at the Pakosz Palace, you can experience many emotions and experiences yourself - just like, among others, Emperor Frederick the Great or the future President of the United States, John Quincy Adams, who were once guests of honor at this unique complex.
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