Stanisław Rey’s “Manor House” and “Palace” in Sieciechowice, Investigations into The Cultural Heritage of Poland

Abstract

The historic manor house - park complex is located in the centre of a village called Sieciechowice. It lies not far from Cracow, at a distance of approximately 30 km from the Wawel Castle hill. It is one of the most interesting architectural and urban objects found in the krakowski country district and in Małopolska region. The spatial development of the built-up features was closely related to the urban layout of villages. The special arrangement was characterised by a great diversity of historic residences, backup facilities and greenery. The original estate, containing several buildings and engineering structures, constituted a vital part of Sieciechowice. The buildings provided vivid illustrations of manor house and palace architecture. The estate was in the hands of the Rey family. The war events, makeshift repairs, lack of ideas on the management of the estate and permanent lack of funds, however, resulted in the decline of this once splendid estate.