Sanatorium Marconi, located in the heart of Busko-Zdrój, is one of the oldest and most renowned health resort facilities in Poland. Its history dates back to June 1, 1836, when it was officially opened as a Bathhouse. The building's design was created by Henryk Marconi, an Italian architect who was inspired by ancient Roman public buildings.
Architecture
The sanatorium building features a classicist style with a clearly defined main body and two side wings. The northern façade catches the eye with Corinthian columns. Upon entering, a spacious main hall with a colonnade of Corinthian capitals is revealed, creating gateways oriented in four directions. The central point of the interior is the Concert Hall, which once served as a ballroom, and is accessed by statues of Orpheus and Eurydice.
Interesting Facts
The first mentions of brine in Busko date back to 1252, from the privilege of Bolesław the Chaste.
For nearly 200 years, Sanatorium Marconi has effectively treated rheumatological, neurological, orthopedic-traumatic, and dermatological conditions, utilizing unique world-renowned sulfur waters, iodized brine, and peat.
The facility is situated in the picturesque Health Resort Park, which was designed simultaneously with the sanatorium building, creating a harmonious architectural and natural whole.
Significance for the Region
“Marconi,” formerly known as the “Łazienki,” played a key role in the development of Busko-Zdrój as a health resort. This historic building, owned by Uzdrowisko Busko-Zdrój S.A., houses a sanatorium with 170 accommodation places and modern treatment facilities. Thanks to it, the town became one of the most important therapeutic centers in the country, attracting spa guests both from Poland and abroad. The combination of historic architecture with modern treatment methods makes Sanatorium Marconi a symbol of the region’s health resort tradition.
