Łomża was founded in the 10th century, on the site of the present day village called Stara Łomża (Old Łomża). It was first mentioned in official records in the 14th century. Łomża received its municipal rights in … See more

Łomża is the third largest city in Podlaskie Voivodeship with 62,019 inhabitants as of 2021. At the end of 2006, the population growth was … See more

The history of education in Łomża dates back to the early 15th century, when the first parish was founded. In 1614, Jesuits residing in Łomża created a Collegium (present-day I … See more

The history of sport in Łomża dates back to the end of the 19th century, when the first amateur races were held in 1897. Two years later, Łomża Rowing Society was established, and … See more

References to Jewish residents in Łomża date to 1494. The population numbers date back only to 1808, when 157 Jews were officially … See more

The inhabitants of Łomża are predominantly Roman Catholic, although over the centuries in addition to the Catholics, followers … See more

The economy of Łomża is closely connected to its natural environment, with agricultural and forestry industries at the forefront of the … See more