Erected on 25 March 1992 by Pope John Paul II by the bull Totus Tuus Poloniae populus. On 24 February 2004, Pope John Paul II introduces territorial changes. The capital of the diocese is Legnica with the Cathedral of Saints Apostles Peter and Paul. The patron saints of the diocese are Saints Apostles Peter and Paul; St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Protector of the Saviour; St. Hedwig of Silesia.