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What to do and see in Warszawa

Warszawa is a capital of Poland, from where a large fire destroyed the castle in Krakow in 1596. It is named after two lovers who are the founders of the fairy tale city. The city is located east of the country at heart of Mazovinske plains, the city is a major European cities and cultural sites.

1. Palace of Culture and Science

Palace of Culture and Science

This monument is located in the heart of Warsawa, building a 230m high tower that is visible from a distance of 32km is a gift of the former Soviet nation to the Polish people. The building was built in 1950, immediately after World War II, and it includes three theaters, a cinema, a conference hall with 3000 seats, a swimming pool, two museums, bars, clubs and a few shops. The building has 30 floors and is the panorama from which to see the whole city it is really excellent place to see.

3. Copernicus Science Centre

Copernicus Science Centre

This museum started its operations in 2010. Aimed at popularizing science, on two floors with an area of ​​15 000m2, it contains seven galleries that are related to the main themes of the museum, such as " People and Environment" , " The roots of civilization " and " earth movement ." The museum is an excellent planetarium that is very much worth a visit , the museum appropriate for both children and grown up together. Simply unforgettable experience for everyone!

5. The Royal Way

The Royal Way

This 4km long promenade consists of a series of three roads used by the monarchy. It connects the old Warsaw with extraordinary park "Lezienski" and further south to the palace "Vilanov". Along this street there is a huge lot of significant historical and cultural monuments, buildings, houses, palaces and town houses, the buildings are in Baroque, Renaissance and neo-classical style . Viewing and visitation of the street is a real pleasure to recommend to pedestrians walk down the street and examine each building.

2. Zacheta Gallery of Modern Art

Zacheta Gallery of Modern Art

Building dating from 1900. it is most important contemporary art gallery in Poland. Gallery Zacheta was much more interesting and amazing than it is today. This museum is often organize major exhibitions run from global artists, and this is another milestone road for all artists of the world. The museum is really worth visiting and admiring its art.

4. The Old Town

The Old Town

This part of town is really old area of Warsawa, rebuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries on the basis of archival documents and engravings, a wonderful mixture of Gothic and Renaissance style building, pointing to richness the capital of Poland. Outstanding renovation process that is so true to the original is recognized by the corporation UNESCO as cultural heritage is really worth a visit.

The river that runs through the city named "Vistula" which is the main attraction of the city, Offers excellent restaurants along the coast.

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