Poland

Poland lies in the heart of Europe – the geometric center of the continent is right here. Half a million places to stay, thousands of restaurants, hundreds forms of leisure and entertainment – they're all waiting for visitors. Poland is a country that is safe and friendly for visitors from abroad, a statement confirmed by official international statistics. You can find more or less everything in Poland: alpine mountains, wide beaches, clean lakes, deep forests, world-class historic monuments, and friendly people. The climate is temperate, and the people is warm and hospitable.

Polish cities with a thousand-year history invite their visitors to encounter with culture, and Poland's villages and small towns offer the opportunity to get away from the bustle of modern life. In addition, all this comes with a backdrop of breathtaking natural landscapes, because Poland's greatest attraction is nature. Wild, untouched, more diverse than in most countries either in Europe or the world and, what is more, easily accessible. Tourists value this greatly and their number is constantly increasing.

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Warsaw

The capital of Poland spans the Wisla (Vistula River) and all the main tourist sites are on the left bank, while the right bank contains the increasingly fashionable Prague district. The tourist epicentre of Warsaw is the 'Royal Route', which runs north-south from the New

The capital of Poland spans the Wisla (Vistula River) and all the main tourist sites are on the left bank, while the right bank contains the increasingly fashionable Prague district. The tourist epicentre of Warsaw is the 'Royal Route', which runs north-south from the New and Old Towns, past the fashionable shops of Nowy Swiat, the palaces that survived the war and the royal gardens of Lazienki Park. The city boasts many green spaces, with leafy parks wh ere rowing boats cruise past outdoor cafes. The nightlife scene today is equally surprising, with the city's clued-up and increasingly well dressed youth flocking to the countless bars and clubs of a city that now buzzes after dark.

The capital of Poland spans the Wisla (Vistula River) and all the main tourist sites are on the left bank, while the right bank contains the increasingly fashionable Prague district. The tourist epicentre of Warsaw is the 'Royal Route', which runs north-south from the New
Krakow

In the Middle Ages Krakow was safe, rich fortified city surrounded by walls with 55 towers (fragments of the city fortification have been preserved to this day). During the Renaissance, Krakow became the centre of new ideas and culture that attracted the most

In the Middle Ages Krakow was safe, rich fortified city surrounded by walls with 55 towers (fragments of the city fortification have been preserved to this day). During the Renaissance, Krakow became the centre of new ideas and culture that attracted the most outstanding humanists, writers, architects and musicians. It is impossible to describe or even list all the tourist attractions in Krakow, but, each tourist will discover his own «magical» Krakow. While some will follow the footsteps of Nicholas Copernicus, others will be interested in sites linked with John Paul II. Some will be fascinated by the world-wide unique underground corridors of the Wieliczka salt mine and others will wander round the Kazimierz Jewish district. Many will stand enchanted in front of the Wit Stwosz altar.

In the Middle Ages Krakow was safe, rich fortified city surrounded by walls with 55 towers (fragments of the city fortification have been preserved to this day). During the Renaissance, Krakow became the centre of new ideas and culture that attracted the most
Gdansk

Gdansk was first mentioned as a Polish city in 997 or 999. It has been called by the German name Danzig at various periods of its history. Gdansk is part of the Three-City urban area, made up of the towns of Gdansk, Gdynia, and Sopot. The city center, known as Old Town, lies on the Motlawa, a river that runs into the Vistula 2 miles (3 kilometers) inland.

Gdansk was first mentioned as a Polish city in 997 or 999. It has been called by the German name Danzig at various periods of its history. Gdansk is part of the Three-City urban area, made up of the towns of Gdansk, Gdynia, and Sopot. The city center, known as Old Town, lies on the Motlawa, a river that runs into the Vistula 2 miles (3 kilometers) inland. Noteworthy buildings in Old Town include St. Catherine's Church, sections of which date back to the 14th century. Its interior is in the Gothic style. The town hall was built between 1587 and 1595. The entrance hall has a bronze bas-relief of the 17th-century Gdansk astronomer Hevelius. Greatly damaged during World War II, the city's buildings were later restored.

Gdansk was first mentioned as a Polish city in 997 or 999. It has been called by the German name Danzig at various periods of its history. Gdansk is part of the Three-City urban area, made up of the towns of Gdansk, Gdynia, and Sopot. The city center, known as Old Town, lies on the Motlawa, a river that runs into the Vistula 2 miles (3 kilometers) inland.
Malbork

1-hour drive south of Gdansk takes you to Malbork(Marienburg) – a seat of Teutonic OrderGrand Master, dating back to the 13th century, an outstanding example of medieval defensive construction. The fortification consists of three parts: Lower Castle (armoury, chapel, Gothic houses),

1-hour drive south of Gdansk takes you to Malbork(Marienburg) – a seat of Teutonic OrderGrand Master, dating back to the 13th century, an outstanding example of medieval defensive construction. The fortification consists of three parts: Lower Castle (armoury, chapel, Gothic houses), Middle Castle (guest apartments, hospital, knights' chamber, Grand Master's apartments) and High Castle (treasury, sleeping rooms, refectory, convent room). Admire unique Gothic ornaments and smart traps, which Teutonic brothers created to get silently rid of inconvenient guests and members.

1-hour drive south of Gdansk takes you to Malbork(Marienburg) – a seat of Teutonic OrderGrand Master, dating back to the 13th century, an outstanding example of medieval defensive construction. The fortification consists of three parts: Lower Castle (armoury, chapel, Gothic houses),
Mazur Lakes region

Drive through breathtaking landscape of the Thousand Lakes Land. Visit in Wolf Liar in Gierloz – Hitler's headquarters during World War II to see imposing ruins of thick walls of former bunkers. Visit in Swieta Lipka with beautiful Baroque church dating back to the XVII th century. The temple is famous for a silver figure of Virgin Mary in linden tree.

Drive through breathtaking landscape of the Thousand Lakes Land. Visit in Wolf Liar in Gierloz – Hitler's headquarters during World War II to see imposing ruins of thick walls of former bunkers. Visit in Swieta Lipka with beautiful Baroque church dating back to the XVII th century. The temple is famous for a silver figure of Virgin Mary in linden tree. According to the legend an ancient linden tree with a wooden figure was placed here and started local cult. Beautiful frescoes on the ceiling and 44 Baroque sculptures in the courtyard gallery. Visit in Olsztyn Castle, dating back to the XIVth century, where Nicolaus Copernicus used to live. Beautiful Gothic castle includes crystal ceilings and sun clock designed by the great astronomer. On the way back, stop in monumental Gothic castle in Lidzbark Warminski, dating back to the XIVth century with beautiful inner gallery.

Drive through breathtaking landscape of the Thousand Lakes Land. Visit in Wolf Liar in Gierloz – Hitler's headquarters during World War II to see imposing ruins of thick walls of former bunkers. Visit in Swieta Lipka with beautiful Baroque church dating back to the XVII th century. The temple is famous for a silver figure of Virgin Mary in linden tree.