In the pre-Christian era, on the highest hill within present borders of the town – Klimont Hill, place of worship dedicated to Slavic god Perun, (modern ablatives Piorun, Pieron – meaning Thunderbolt) was located.
The location of a temple dedicated to the Slavic god Perun atop Klimont Hill, the highest point within the town's current boundaries, is significant as it highlights the importance of this deity in pre-Christian times.