Mylowej

Mylowej is a village and civil parish located in the Central Lowlands region of Alaria. It lies about 25 kilometers southwest of the regional capital and is near the Liren River. The parish covers roughly 12 square kilometers and had an estimated population of 1,100 in the latest census. The landscape consists of rolling farmland, small woodland patches, and hedgerows typical of the area.

The name Mylowej is a toponymic form in the local language. The most common explanations link it to a historical family name, Mylowa, or to an old term associated with milling, though the precise origin remains uncertain and varies in local tradition.

Mylowej is first documented in historical records dating to 1324, when it appeared in a land charter. It developed as an agricultural settlement, with modest growth through the 18th and 19th centuries, especially after improvements to rural infrastructure. The 20th century saw consolidation of nearby hamlets within the parish and gradual diversification of the local economy.

Administratively, Mylowej forms part of the municipality of the same name within Alaria’s regional structure. The economy is primarily agricultural, with dairy farming, crop production, and small-scale craft businesses. Public services include a primary school, a volunteer fire station, and a community hall.

The parish church of Saint Mary, dating from the 18th century, is a notable landmark. The village hosts an annual harvest festival and a weekly market. Cultural life centers on the community hall and local sports clubs, with traditions reflecting a long rural heritage.