Poland
Cracow, with a population of nearly one million inhabitants, is one of the most frequently visited cities in Poland. It is an important centre of science with its renowned Jagiellonian University (est. 1364) - one of the oldest schools in Europe. The old city centre of Cracow has been enlisted as one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. And its exceptional atmosphere and flair attract thousands of tourists every year. The city also offers a number of interesting tourist attractions what makes a visit to Cracow really worthwhile.
Cracow’s Main Market Square is the largest Medieval urban center in Europe.
Royal Castle and Cathedral are located on top of Wawel Hill which commands a view of the whole town. The Wawel Cathedral witnessed royal coronations and funerals, and the Wawel Castle was the residence of Polish kings. The origins of this magnificent structure date back to the year 1000, but almost each epoch left its architectural trace within its walls. The castle museum has the unique collection of Flemish tapestries on display. Adjacent to the castle is the Wawel Cathedral, not only a splendid historical building but also a parish church as well as the national Pantheon where there are tombs of Polish kings, national heroes and poets of the Romantic period.
In Warsaw, you can see the most clearly how the city is taking full advantage of the tremendous and unique opportunities arising from the emergence of free market and the development of democracy. Poland's capital is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe.
Views The tower of St. Anne's Church, view of the Old Town and the right bank (open only from May till October).
White Fleet (Biała Flota) boat trips on the Vistula River The boat operates daily from 1st May to the end of September, every ninety minutes. The first trip is at 9.30 a.m. Boats leave from the quay by the Śląsko-Dąbrowski Bridge (near the Royal Castle).
Old Town Street-car The street-car starts and ends its route at Castle Square. It operates throughout the year between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. During the thirty-minute trip through the streets of the Old and New Towns, a guide tells the story of the most interesting buildings and monuments of this part of Warsaw.
Tourist bus lines 100 and 180 which routes lead through the most interesting places of Warsaw .The busline 180 runs every day (also in holiday days), more or less run every 15 - 30 minutes. The busline 100 runs on weekends (in July and August daily) every hour from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tourist tramway line In summer ( July, August) and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, a historic tramway runs along a set route (starting and stopping at Narutowicza Square).
Szczecin - Castle of the Pomeranian Princes, the cathedral and the city hall. A stroll through town leads past historic town houses and the original city gates. For insight into Szczecin's Hanseatic past, a visit to the National Museum is a must. It is located near three border crossings between Poland and Germany, making it a convenient stop when touring Europe. Szczecin is considered to be a "green city" – approximately 20% of its area is covered by parks and squares with exotic trees and shrubs. At the same time, it is a cultural and historic city. Today the Pomeranian Dukes' Castle occupies the hill (16 th-17th century) – the biggest Renaissance residence in Northern Europe and the main cultural center of Szczecin. Chamber, classical, early, and choral music concerts take place there, including the International Choir Festival Each Sunday Noon Concerts take place in the castle, along with Chamber Music in Candlelight and promenade and stage concerts.
