Elblag was founded by the Teutonic knights and it was a member of the Hanseatic league of cities. In 1454 the citizens participated in an uprising against the Order, and in 1466 their land became a part of Poland. Elblag's most interesting historical monument is the church, built between the 13th and 15th centuries and now a cathedral.
The tower of Elblag's church.
Olsztyn, known to Germans as Allenstein, was founded by the Teutonic knights. It was one of the few properties the Order did not lose in 1466. Instead, it retained some control over this land while under the indirect rule of the Polish king. The castle the knights constructed at Olsztyn was one of their more modest residences.
Gothic facade at Olsztyn castle.
A tower of Olsztyn castle.
Lidzbark Warminiski (Lidzbark of Warmia) is a town in the North-East of Poland founded by the Teutonic knights. It is particularly interesting because it was spared serious damage during the Second World War and its important cultural monuments are well preserved. Above is the Gothic parish church.
The Gothic portion of the castle at Lidzbark is very well preserved. Today it functions as a museum of the Teutonic Order and a gallery of modern art.
The high tower at the other side of the castle.