Old City of Zamość

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A Glimpse into the Renaissance Planning of the Old City of Zamość

The Old City of Zamość, located in southeastern Poland, stands as a remarkable testament to the Renaissance ideals of urban planning. Founded in the mid-16th century by Jan Zamoyski, a prominent Polish nobleman who served as Chancellor of the Crown, the city was designed according to the principles of the 'ideal city'. This architectural masterpiece, built under the guidance of the Italian architect Bernardo Morando, has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992.

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UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site

Zamosc was founded in the 16th century by the chancellor Jan Zamoysky on the trade route linking western and northern Europe with the Black Sea. Modelled on Italian theories of the 'ideal city' and built by the architect Bernando Morando, a native of Padua, Zamosc is a perfect example of a late-16th-century Renaissance town. It has retained its original layout and fortifications and a large number of buildings that combine Italian and central European architectural traditions.

Encyclopedia Record: Old City (Zamość)

The osiedle Old City is the oldest historic district of the city of Zamość. It is one of World Heritage Sites in Poland. According to UNESCO, this monument value lies in it being "an outstanding example of a Renaissance planned town of the late 16th century, which retains its original layout and fortifications and many buildings of particular interest, blending Italian and Central European architectural traditions". The Medieval Town has an area of 75 ha and a buffer zone of 200 ha.

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