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[PL] The Świdnica - Jedlina Zdrój railway line, known as the Bystrzyca Valley Railway (Weistritzthalbahn), is a unique piece of engineering art from the early 20th century. In the years 1902-1904, a route was built on the slopes of the Sowie and Wałbrzych Mountains, which required the use of numerous bridge crossings. Their form and construction stand out from other railway lines in Silesia. The architectural structures are also impressive. The brick stations, partially made in a skeleton structure, decorated with rich woodcarving, perfectly reflect the spirit of the then fashionable Art Nouveau. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [EN] The Świdnica - Jedlina Zdrój railway line, known as the Bystrzyca Valley Railway (Weistritzthalbahn), is a unique piece of engineering art from the early 20th century. Between 1902 and 1904, a route was constructed along the slopes of the Owl Mountains and Waldenburg (Wałbrzyskie) Mountains, which required numerous bridge crossings. Their form and craftsmanship set them apart from other railway lines in Silesia. The architectural structures are also remarkable. Brick stations, partially built with half-timbered construction and adorned with intricately wood carvings, perfectly capture the spirit of Art Nouveau, which was fashionable at that time.