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Krakow
The name “Krakow” is associated with many legends and myths. Subsequently, the museum Dom Turecki, built in the year 1910, today holds secrets that may be revealed to the most curious tourists. The building was constructed in oriental style, which is very uncharacteristic for a European city. It is for this very reason that this miracle of architectural idea attracts the attention of hundreds of tourists to itself. Another place considered interesting and unusual for Krakow is Muzeum … Read more 
Warsaw
Very many things in Warsaw bring to mind the tragic events of bygone days – most especially, the Second World War. Monuments in honor of fallen heroes and Jews killed during the Holocaust can be seen throughout the city (Pomnik Powstania Warszawskiego, Grob Nieznanego Zolnierza, Pomnik Bohaterów Getta). There are as well as evidence of the existence of a ghetto on the territory of the capital of Poland (wall and boundary lines in the Warsaw ghetto area). In addition, several museums in Warsaw … Read more
Zakopane
Zakopane has architectural and historical sights, as well as some very unusual museums. Perhaps one of the most unusual cultural institutions is the Karol Szymanowski Museum, which is also known among tourists as the Villa Atma. It is a nice wooden house surrounded by dense thickets of trees. This villa has belonged to the world-famous composer. It has fully preserved the atmosphere of past years. Visitors can see a collection of antique furniture, works of art, personal belongings of the … Read more
Poznan
Poznan is the city with rich cultural and historical heritage. The great number of stories and legends are connected with every square and building of the city, one of the notable monuments of architecture is the building of Biblioteka Raczynskich. Famous Italian architect worked with project of this building, and Louvre became example for this building. This classic building with columns looks very impressive, also it is better to note that this age-old library became the first public … Read more
Wroclaw
An old market square is a traditional starting point of many excursion routes. The square is the location of the main architectural monument of Wroclaw - the building of City Hall. The construction of the beautiful building was started in 1327 and lasted nearly 200 years. Nowadays a part of premises of the City Halls is occupied by Historical Museum, which exhibits a collection of old documents, art and antiques. There is a beautiful legend connected with this architectural monument. It is … Read more
Gdansk
Tourists should start observation of the city from visiting the local attractions. As a rule, visitors are recommended to make a walk through the streets of Dlugi Targ and Dluga. Simply each building located on these streets is a true masterpiece of architectural art. The majority of luxurious mansions were built during the Middle Ages. At that time the street was home of the wealthiest citizens of the city. The old Town Hall - Ratusz Glownego Miasta – is a striking architectural landmark. … Read more
Lodz
In the Marysin area, you will find monuments reminiscent of the tragic events in the history of Poland and the whole world. We are talking about Litzmannstadt Ghetto located here. It was the second largest ghetto in Poland established during the Second World War. Jews, communists, gypsies were isolated here. Gradually, from a small reservation, the ghetto turned into a "factory" working for the Wehrmacht. Nothing left of synagogues that were once located in this place. During the rule of the … Read more
Katowice
The local cathedral is a beautiful architectural monument and one of the most important attractions of the city. The construction of the church was started in 1927. The cathedral is designed in Baroque, and so it features not only impressive appearance, but also beautifully decorated inner premises. Its facade is decorated with exquisite sculptures, so visitors can endlessly admire the beauty of the magnificent cathedral. The Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary is another beautiful religious … Read more
