4 cities that are a must-visit in Poland

Poland is an astonishing country, a nation that has been through centuries of struggles, to become an independent and modern state today. Those who visit Poland enthusiastically discover its vibrant culture, exceptional landscapes, historic buildings, and remarkable architecture. But here are 4 cities that are a must-visit in Poland.

KRAKOW

Krakow is one of the oldest and certainly one of the most famous and toured cities in Poland. The historical heart of the city is located on the bank of the Vistula River, at the foot of Wawel Hill. It has been traditionally acknowledged as one of Poland’s important artistic, cultural and scientific cities. The city is also the former residence of the Polish Kings and is considered by many to be the heart of Poland, with a history spanning over 1000 years.

Krakow is a major tourist center, being the destination of 7 million tourists annually. This city is not only renowned for its bohemian atmosphere, grand theaters, exhibits, and museums but also because it accomplishes to combine tradition with history and sense in a unique way, up-to-date.

WARSAW

Warsaw is situated on the right bank of the Vistula River, and it’s the capital of Poland. The city was founded at the end of the 13th century and since then Warsaw and the city’s central market have been considered as the core of Polish culture for five centuries. The original Old Town Market was destroyed during World War II but was meticulously rebuilt almost instantly after the end of the war. In the market, there was a bronze statue of the siren of Warsaw, the symbol of the Polish capital.

In 1980 the historical center was included, next to the Royal Castle, on the list of UNESCO World Heritage. Some of the places that are a must-visit are the Royal Palace, Castle Square, the Cathedral of Saint John. But also the Church of the Sacraments and the Church of the Holy Sea and the Wilanow Castle. If you have more time, then go to the Warsaw Uprising Museum, the Palace of Culture and Science or the History Museum.

WROCLAW

Wroclaw is considered by many to be one of the oldest and most beautiful city in Poland. It also claims that it is the city of youth, every sixth inhabitant being a student, the green city, which owns 44 parks, totaling hundreds of hectares, the city of bridges, with over 100 bridges and the crossings that span the arms of the river Odra. Once you have visited Wroclaw, you will undoubtedly not forget it too soon. Some travelers and visitors call it WrocLove seemingly because of their particular love stories or their strong emotions towards the city.

GDANSK

Gdansk, the port city on the southwestern coast of the Gdansk Bay, at the mouths of the Motława and Leniwka rivers. It is also the point where World War II began. Here you can admire the largest Gothic church in the world – St. Mary’s Basilica. The constructions are colorful and include churches, windmills and even granaries. The city simply sparkles like a diamond. The port gives high elegance, grace, fame, art, and culture through its unique tourist attractions. You can enjoy the sun rays in the nearby seaside resort, Sopot, which has the longest pontoon in Europe that has 500 meters.

I almost forgot to mention the local cuisine. You cannot leave Poland without eating some traditional dishes. Polish cuisine is harmonious and high in calories, with heavy sauces, cream, pork and plenty of cabbage. Try sour cucumber soup, mushroom soup, cabbage rolls, pork chops or Pierogi, a kind of dumplings stuffed with cabbage, meat, potatoes or mushrooms. For dessert, you should give Makowiec a try. It’s a roll with poppy or walnuts and raisins.

So here are 4 cities that are a must-visit in Poland and what to do while you are there.

In recent years, tourists have begun to visit more and more Poland. Finally, it was the case! I am talking about an accessible destination with panoramic scenes and a rich palette of activities that can entertain the most diverse tastes. Plus a friendly nation made up of about 39 million residents who still put great value on traditions and folklore but also embrace modernity.