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The castle in Księż is the largest princely castle in Lower Silesia and the third largest in Poland. It was founded in 1288-1292.
Over the centuries, the castle has had different owners, but the building owes its current appearance to the Hochberg family, which owned it for more than 400 years.
During World War II, the castle was occupied by the Nazis; one of Adolf Hitler's headquarters was planned here. Then almost all the valuables were removed from the castle. And in the rock on which the castle stands, the construction of tunnels began, which, according to some theories, were supposed to connect the castle in Ksiaz with the Sowa castle in the mountains.
Despite the loss of all valuables, there is something to see in the castle. From photographs you can restore the beauty of the Maximilian Hall, the Chinese Hall, the Italian Hall and others.
A walk through the beautiful garden and dinner in a cozy restaurant will complete an unforgettable stay in Księż.
In addition, there is a riding center, an exhibition of local artistic ceramics and porcelain, and in the summer there are exhibitions of flowers and shrubs, as well as demonstrations of medieval battles and palace dances.
Wroclaw Market Square
Wroclaw's Market Square is the heart of the city and its main attraction. It was founded in the 13th century. The buildings on the square are examples of architectural styles from different periods - from Gothic to Art Nouveau. During the Second World War, the Market Square was almost completely destroyed, so all the buildings on it today are skillfully executed reconstructions.
Uniqueness Market Square- in that in its center there is a whole block of buildings and internal streets. Here are famous mansions with beautiful names: “Under the golden sun”, “Under the blue sun”, “Under the seven electors”. Notable persons, kings, presidents stayed there, and negotiations were held. Also on the square there is a unique city hall from the 13th-16th centuries - a masterpiece gothic architecture and the symbol of Wroclaw.
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Racławice panorama
The Raclawice Panorama in Wroclaw is a monumental canvas (15x114 m) depicting the battle of Polish rebels at Raclawice near Krakow led by the national hero Tadeusz Kosciuszko with Russian troops on April 4, 1794.
Thanks to a combination of special artistic and technical operations, the painting “transports” the viewer to another reality and another time. The Racławice Panorama is the first and only Polish work of its kind that has survived to this day.
This legendary creation of Jan Styka and Wojciech Kossak could be seen in Lviv at the beginning of the 20th century. The artists worked on this monumental painting for 9 months, and a specially woven fabric was purchased specifically for the panorama in Brussels, and the design of the rotunda itself was provided by Austria.
In 1944, the painting was partially damaged by bombing. And in 1946 it was handed over to the Polish authorities and transported to the city of Wroclaw. For many years, the panorama in the form of a roll was kept in the National Museum in Wroclaw. The painting was opened to the general public only in the mid-80s of the 20th century and immediately became the main attraction of Wroclaw.
On Rinek Street in Wroclaw there is a one-of-a-kind cafe "Pod Z1otym Dzbanem" (Under the Golden Jug).
For many years, residents of the city have been inviting family and friends here to offer them the best unique cakes and ice cream pies in Wroclaw. Visitors can sit on the ground floor in comfortable armchairs and sofas or in the cozy basement in the style of a 13th century Romanesque chamber. The legend of the Golden Jug says that the old cellar brings happiness to people.
Wroclaw-Strachowice International Airport
Copernicus Airport is a commercial airport international Airport, located 10 kilometers from the city center of Wroclaw, in southwestern Poland. Currently, companies such as RyanAir, Wizz Air, LOT, EuroLOT, OLT Express and Lufthansa, as well as Scandinavian Airlines System are based here. The airport was named after Nicolaus Copernicus on December 6, 2005.
The history of this airport began in the 1930s, when an airfield was built here, used for the needs of the German army, and in February 1945, the airport was occupied by Soviet troops. In June 1945 it was located here civil Aviation. First international flights were opened at Copernicus Airport in January 1993. After 6 years, the construction of a cargo terminal, an international hall and the installation of a new meteorological system were completed.
In 2015 it is planned to increase runway up to 3000 m, expansion of the taxiway, apron and parking, as well as improvement of navigation equipment. At the first stage of restoration, the passenger capacity of the airport was already increased to 3.5 million people per year.
Wroclaw City Hall
The City Hall is located in the center of Wroclaw, on the Market Square. This building is one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic architecture in Europe and one of the most valuable attractions of the city.
The construction of this masterpiece began in the 13th century and lasted three centuries - this led to an organic mixture of different architectural styles with a predominance of Renaissance and Gothic. In 1945, the town hall was completely destroyed; later it was restored thanks to miraculously preserved drawings.
The city hall has an astronomical clock reminiscent of the famous Prague clock. The building houses the Museum of Medal Art and the Historical Museum. In the basement of the town hall there is a famous restaurant “Pivnica Świdnicka”.
Wroclaw City Stadium
The city stadium in the city of Wroclaw is one of the best in Poland. This football arena hosted matches of the 2012 European Championship. It is the home stadium of FC Slask and the Polish national team.
The stadium was opened in 2011. This is one of the "youngest" football stadiums in Europe. It was built specifically for the Euro 2012 championship. Construction lasted for three years. The stadium has a rounded shape and fully covered stands that can accommodate more than 42 thousand people. This is one of the most modern stadiums in the world today.
Gola Castle
Gola Castle is located in southwestern Poland, in the village of Gola Dzierzoniowska, Lower Silesian Voivodeship. Construction of the castle began in the second half of the 16th century by the Silesian feudal lord Leonard von Rochnau. The stone for construction was taken from granite rock. At the beginning of the 17th century, the architecture of the castle was supplemented with new elements in the Renaissance style, which finally shaped its appearance.
In 1821, the castle became the property of Baron Prittwitz und Gaffon, whose family owned the estate until the end of World War II, during which the building received significant damage.
In the post-war period, the castle was not restored and gradually turned into ruins.
In the 2000s, a large-scale reconstruction of the castle was carried out. Currently located here luxury hotel with a restaurant and spa center. The castle has a park with an area of more than 13 hectares. The Gola River flows through the park, and there are also several picturesque ponds.
Cathedral of John the Baptist
The building was built in the Gothic style and is the first Gothic church in Poland. The cathedral is located on the site of an old church. The history of the cathedral building begins in the 13th century. The choir was completed in 1272 and the nave was built in 1341. The facade with two spiers 98 m high faces west. Built in 1913, the organ was for some time the largest in the world. During the storming of Breslau, the cathedral was destroyed by 70%. In 1946-1951. its reconstruction was carried out.
Church of St. Elzbiety
The Church of St. Elzbieta is one of the famous landmarks of Wroclaw. It was erected in the 13th century and is a Gothic building, the tower of which reaches a height of 87 meters. Initially, the tower was slightly taller and was one of the tallest buildings in Silesia, but after reconstruction a few decades later, it was unfortunately demolished by a hurricane. This story later became a legend that the tower was held by angels.
The Church of St. Elzbieta is one of the most beautiful buildings in Wroclaw. It delights not only with its decoration, which is inherent in the Gothic style, but also with its majesty and height. And if you climb the spiraling staircase to the top of the tower, you will see a simply stunning and breathtaking panorama of the city, and in excellent weather, also a view of the blue mountains in the distance.
Japanese garden
In 1913 Poland hosted World's Fair, and the Japanese Garden, located in Szczytnicki Park in Wroclaw, became a real gem of the exhibition. The concept of the garden was developed by the greatest expert on Japanese culture and traditions, Count Fritz Von Hogberg. He was actively assisted by the Japanese gardener Mankichi Arai, and their creation created a real sensation - it was one of the first Japanese gardens in Eastern Europe.
Unfortunately, after the end of the exhibition the garden did not receive further development, and after the First broke out World War, it was practically abandoned. Only in 1994 did the city authorities decide to restore it. Representatives of the Japanese embassy were enthusiastic about this idea, and in 1996 a team of specialist horticulturists from Nagoya arrived. The garden was restored by analogy with the garden of 1913, but at the same time received many completely new elements. The old cascades were rebuilt, decorative gates and a wide alley appeared in the direction of the central part. The main attractions are located in the center: a bridge topped with an ornate roof, stone lanterns and additional paths along the pond.
The renovated garden opened in 1997, but just two months later it was almost completely destroyed by flood. Again, a decision was made to restore the park, and once again, thanks to joint efforts, the Japanese Garden opened its gates to visitors. Now it's a real corner Japanese culture and one of the most popular places in the city.
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There are such cities that surprise! Today we’ll talk about one of them - Polish Wroclaw.
To be honest, when preparing for my trip to Poland for Risk Training, I was very cold towards the city in which we were supposed to spend these 4 days. I knew nothing about Wroclaw and assumed that I was going to some remote place. I also admit that due to the time pressure before the trip, I didn’t even look at what was interesting in it.
As a result, a knockout from Wroclaw. This is an incredibly beautiful and atmospheric city with a stunningly bright center, a couple of hundred bridges across the Oder and figurines of gnomes hiding everywhere, which I highly recommend everyone to visit...
24. Enterprising Poles even organized the sale of locks on the approach to the bridge)
25. Near Tumsky, three other islands have been turned into vacation spots for townspeople. There are thousands of people, there is nowhere for an apple to fall.
26. Everyone rests in their own way. Reflection of a small world:
27. Yes, Wroclaw is considered a student city, so there is a huge number of young people here.
28. With the sunset, Wroclaw becomes even more beautiful.
29. Those same gas lamps play a significant role in this beauty.
31. Idyll and silence...
32. Breathing of old walls.
33. Wroclaw turned out to be a pleasant surprise for me. And I love such surprises.
In general, this city captivated me, along with Krakow and Warsaw...
Not many European cities can boast big amount all sorts of canals and bridges. Try to guess where this photo was taken. Venice? Amsterdam? Bruges? Hamburg? No, this is Poland, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Wroclaw. This ancient city has a lot to see for tourists. And Wroclaw is famous not only for its bridges. Dwarves live there in large numbers. The search for figurines of these little people does not inspire adults at first, but gradually, as reviews admit, it captivates. Many tourists regret that they were not able to collect their complete photo collection. Therefore, ask at the press kiosks for a map of the gnomes (mapa krasnoludkow). What else is Wroclaw famous for? This city has a very ancient and turbulent history. He managed to visit Bohemia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany. And the culture of each people has left its mark on the cobbled streets of the city. What to see in Wroclaw, how to get there, where to stay and what to try - read about all this in our article.
How to get there
From Russia, due to long distances, the air route is preferable. Wroclaw Airport (Poland) receives regular flights from various countries. You can fly into the city to and from Warsaw. A ticket costs an average of 50 euros, travel time is an hour. City buses go from the airport to the city center: during the daytime route No. 406, and at night - No. 249. You can get to Wroclaw by rail with a transfer in Warsaw or Krakow. Bus connections between Polish cities are well developed, but the route is not short. Expect to spend about seven hours on the road. Considering the fact that Wroclaw is located near the border with Germany, you can consider a road map from this country. Sometimes it can be cheaper. Low cost to Berlin and railway ticket“All Germany” will help you save money on the road to Poland. Wroclaw itself has a developed urban transport network. Some trams have been converted into excursion vehicles. You can do it yourself sightseeing tour. You can explore the city from the seat of a bicycle (rental - two euros per hour) or from board a steamboat (3 Є) and a gondola (5 Є).
Where to stay
The hotel base of the city fully complies with the standards of the European Union, of which Poland is a member. Wroclaw, whose hotels are designed to suit any budget, will not create problems for you with an overnight stay. The only thing you need to consider if you want to visit the city in summer time, so this is a massive influx of tourists. Therefore, it is worth booking the hotel you are interested in in advance. Most a budget option accommodation - hostels. Reviews recommend Boogie Hostel. It is located in the center of Wroclaw and a private room with breakfast costs around 15 euros. The price level of middle-class hotels varies from 35 to 65 Є per night for a whole room. If you have your own transport, Rezydencja Parkowa is suitable for you. This hotel is located near the park, a ten-minute drive from the center. And if you are planning to explore Wroclaw on your own, then reviews advise you to stay at Campanile, not far from the Cathedral of St. Elizabeth (Elzbieta). Those who value comfort above all else choose the Art Hotel (124 euros per night). Three-star “European” reviews called the best hotel in terms of quality and price. In addition to hotels, Wroclaw provides the opportunity to stay overnight in the private sector.
Slavic city
Need to do short excursion in the depths of centuries before going to explore Wroclaw, these cities will largely remain misunderstood if we do not know the historical context in which they were created. Silesia is very ancient land, which is mentioned by Tacitus (98). And Ptolemy in his book Germania Magna (150) mentions the Siling tribe, which settled along the banks of the Oder. It is probably from them that the region received the name “Silesia”. Around the year 1900, Slavic tribes came here and founded a settlement with a marketplace on an island near the confluence of three tributaries of the Odra River. In 990, Silesia was captured by the Polish prince Mieszko I. His son Boleslav the Brave rebuilt the settlement into a real city. The Kremlin towered on Soborny Island, and about a thousand inhabitants lived around the castle. In 1109, the German Emperor Henry V broke his teeth on Wroclaw. His troops were defeated by Boleslav Wrymouth in a place that is now called “Dog Field”. Reviews advise visiting Tumski and Cathedral Islands - many monuments of medieval Wroclaw have been preserved there.
German city
What brute force did not do, the advantage of civilizational development achieved. In the 12th century, Wroclaw (Poland) was the capital of the Duchy of Silesia. At this time on south coast, where the university building is now located, the first German settlers settled. They built their houses and fortifications so well and wisely that gradually the center of business life began to “slide” towards the new quarter. And although it was destroyed in 1241 by the hordes of the Mongols, it became the nucleus from which the city of Prassel developed - in the local Silesian dialect. The German influence was so great that soon the city began to be called in the German manner - Preßlau, and then Breslau. But in Latin it continued to be called Wratislavia - in honor of the Bohemian Duke, who granted Magdeburg rights to Wroclaw in 1261. Reviews recommend visiting the core German city. These are Rynek Square with the ancient town hall and Salt Square, where flowers are now sold.
City after World War II
Breslau stubbornly resisted the advance of Soviet troops. Eighty thousand people died in the battles for the city! There were losses both among the Hitler Youth and Volkssturm units, and among the civilian population. By decision of the Yalta Conference, Pomerania and Silesia were alienated from defeated Germany and transferred to Poland. However, Stalin was not sure of the latter’s loyalty to the ideals of socialism. Therefore, the agreement between the People's Republic of Poland and the USSR of April 21, 1945 specifically stipulated the deployment of an operational-strategic territorial formation of the Soviet Armed Forces in these lands. It was called the Northern Group of Forces (SGV). Poland, Wroclaw in particular, have created all the conditions for Russians to feel at home here. General education schools were opened for the children of members of the Communist Party and the KGB. The SGV headquarters was liquidated only in August 1990.
Wroclaw (Poland): city attractions
You should start your acquaintance with the capital of Silesia from Market Square. It is the architectural axis of medieval Breslau. One of the largest European squares is surrounded by nice, neat, typically German houses. At the southern end is the Town Hall, a fourteenth-century building with stunning Gothic decoration. There is a city museum inside. Reviews say that a glass of beer in the Spiz pub on Rynok Square is number one on the Wroclaw Must Try list. Then we cross the Tumsky Bridge to the islands. Here is located the ancient, Slavic Wroclaw of this place is quite numerous. The main one is the 13th century cathedral. Reviews advise returning to the Tumsky Bridge in the evening - it is beautifully illuminated by oil lamps. Connoisseurs modern architecture can admire the Centennial Hall (early 20th century) and the multimedia glass fountain. Among the attractions is the “Igla” - a monumental high-rise metal structure made in the avant-garde style.
Temples of the city
The city of Wroclaw in Poland is not the capital of Catholic spirituality like Krakow, but it also has many beautiful and ancient churches. Besides cathedral John the Baptist (on the island), it is worth visiting the Church of St. Elzbieta and the Church of Mary Magdalene. Both churches are located near Rynok Square. Their towers are hollow and you can climb them to admire the panorama of the city. Reviews recommend climbing the steps on the spire of St. Mary Magdalene and visiting the Witches' Bridge, which connects the two towers of the temple. Among other sacred buildings, reviews recommend visiting the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Sign of the Cross, St. Martin, the Idzhi Chapel, the only synagogue that survived the Holocaust “Under the White Stork.”
Parks
Wroclaw (Poland) is a very green city. The largest and oldest is Shchitninsky Park, which stretches for several kilometers. There is also a Japanese Garden here, which tourists highly recommend visiting. On the southern outskirts lies Poludenny, and on the banks of the Olava River - East Park. Available in Wroclaw and Botanical Garden- one of the oldest and richest in terms of collection.
Zoo
It’s worth saying something special about him. The Germans are big fans of menageries. The oldest zoo is located in Munich. Wroclaw (Poland) acquired its menagerie back in 1865, when Breslau was still in existence. Many pavilions from the century before last have been preserved, despite the bombing of World War II. In essence, this is a beautiful landscape park where conditions are created that are as close as possible to the ecosystems of animal habitats. Reviews especially often mention the Afrikarium, where you can see a variety of aquatic inhabitants - from penguins and fur seals to hippos and freshwater fish of Lake Tanganyika.
Racławice Panorama
If you are interested in the history of Poland, this monumental painting is worth seeing. It was created at the beginning of the twentieth century by Lviv artists Wojciech Kossak and Jan Styk. The masters used several techniques, causing the image to become convex, as if three-dimensional. The panorama seems to transport the viewer to another reality - to the site of the battle of the rebel army under the command of Tadeusz Kosciuszko with the regular Russian army on April 4, 1794. The battle took place near the village of Raclawice (near Krakow). Until 1939, Panorama could be seen in Lviv. But when the USSR sent troops into Western Ukraine, it, along with the Ossolineum library, was evacuated to Wroclaw. After the end of the war, Poland wanted to open the panorama, although the Soviet authorities tried to preserve it for a long time. However, in the mid-1980s it was opened to the public and quickly became one of the main attractions of the city.
Royal Palace
Let's not forget that Wroclaw (Poland) was once the capital of an independent principality. And therefore, here was the throne of the king. But the royal palace, which has survived to this day, belonged to the Prussian electors. It was built in 1717 in the then fashionable Venetian style. The Prussian king Frederick the Great, owner of Sansouci near Berlin, bought it in 1750 and rebuilt it as his residence. The palace was rebuilt several times. Baroque elements were added to its external appearance, and Rococo style decor was added to the interior. At the end of the eighteenth century, in the age of classicism, outbuildings and pavilions were added. In 2008, the palace building was reconstructed and is now open as a museum. Reviews recommend going to self-guided tour. See Beiersdorf, the throne room and celebration hall, the king’s personal chambers, look into the city museum, where you can get acquainted with the centuries-old history of Wroclaw. And then - drink coffee in the amazing Baroque garden.
What to try
We have already mentioned the iconic beer restaurant “Spitz”. It is located on Rynok Square. The drink served there is made in a private brewery. Experts say that it is in no way inferior to the Belgian product. The city of Wroclaw (Poland) is famous for its special Silesian cuisine. Point No. 2 on the “Mast Trai” list is the Świdnicka cellar. “If you haven’t dined there,” they say local residents, - consider that you have not been to Wroclaw.” Despite the cult status of the establishment, the prices there are reasonable: for twenty euros you can eat your fill. Point number 3 is the jaDka restaurant. Only national and regional dishes are served. And exotic lovers will also not go hungry. There are Latin American cafes “Under the Parrots” and “Casa de la Musica”, and for vegetarians there is the iconic “Millery”.
What to bring
Reviews call Wroclaw (Poland) the “City of Dwarves.” You need to buy at least one in a souvenir shop. You also need to make a collection of photos of these little people. To do this, you need to buy a special map and a “Gnome Search Engine Kit”. It includes slippers, which will make it easier to scour the city, a magnifying glass and foot cream, which you will most likely get tired of by the evening, despite your comfortable shoes. If you simply and quickly want to buy a variety of goods, go to large stores. Reviews recommend visiting shopping centers such as Dominican Gallery, Grunwald Palace and Centrum Corona.
According to the 2010 census, more than 630 thousand people live in Wroclaw, the ethnic majority are Poles. This old City in the south-west of Poland will certainly appeal to lovers of excursion-intensive travel, medieval Gothic architecture, European regularity and tranquility.
The Germans call Wroclaw - Breslau, the Hungarians - Borozlo, the Romanians - Braslavia. In the Czech Republic, the name of the city sounds like Vratislav, in Lithuania - Wroclavas, and Russians have long known it as Breslavl.
Story
First historical region Silesia, where the city is located, was mentioned by ancient Roman historians in the 2nd century. The official history of the city dates back to the year 1000, although the settlement existed long before that. In 1241, Wroclaw was completely destroyed by the Mongols, after which it was rebuilt.
Throughout its existence, the region has been an arena of struggle between Poland, the Czech Republic, Germany and Prussia. It suffered significantly during the Second World War. Now it is a developed industrial and Cultural Center with a lot of architectural attractions. Wroclaw rightfully bears the title of a center of science and art, and in 2016, by decision of the EU, it will become cultural capital Europe.
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How to get to Wroclaw
The city has an international airport named after Nicolaus Copernicus, so tourists can get here by plane. The airport accepts flights from many European countries such as Italy, France, Norway, Great Britain, as well as large Polish cities. However direct flight There is no Moscow-Wroclaw, so those wishing to visit this unique city will have to make a transfer.
Trains depart here regularly from most regions of Poland and a number of European cities; bus service. The average price of an air flight with a transfer will be from 10 to 17 thousand rubles. The trip will be somewhat more expensive for tourists who prefer trains. People often travel to Wroclaw with their own or rented car.
When is the best time to go?
Like anyone European city With ancient history, this cultural center does not have a low season as such - travelers come here in any season. However, May, the summer months and September have the most favorable weather and little rainfall. Winter in Wroclaw is no less interesting and very beautiful.
Many tourists prefer to combine a trip to the city with a visit to the famous music festivals: “Jazz over Odra”, “Bratislavia Cantats”, International Chopin Festival and Contemporary Music Festival. The popular “Old Masters Music Days” are also held here.
In 2017, Wroclaw will host the World Games (competitions in sports not included in the Olympic Games program). Sports fans are already planning their trip, choosing hotels and convenient routes. Meanwhile, for a budget tourist this is not the best best time for travel, as housing prices will increase significantly.
Weather
South-west Poland has a temperate continental climate with mild winters and warm summers. In winter in Wroclaw the temperature rarely drops below -5 degrees Celsius, although this time of year can bring surprises. Thus, in the winter months, the lowest recorded temperature was -30 degrees.
Temperate summer also sometimes surprises with the night coolness down to zero degrees, although average temperature amounts to 18-20 degrees. Here they rarely suffer from the heat, and the shade from the green spaces that adorn Wroclaw in abundance saves them from increased solar activity. Air humidity in the region reaches 70%, and the average annual precipitation is 540 mm, most of which falls in June, July and August.
Where to go, what to see in Wroclaw
This ancient city with interesting story rich in attractions. Exciting excursion programs are designed for both history buffs and connoisseurs of art and architecture.
- Wroclaw, in addition to its spectacular Gothic appearance and historical component, is famous for its original tourist attraction called "Find the Gnome". There are little “red people” located throughout the city, each with their own biography and unique “appearance”.
Every year, thousands of travelers come here to try to find all the gnomes, using special kits that include a map, a magnifying glass and soft slippers.
- One of the obligatory points of all excursions in Wroclaw is a visit to the market square, which is an important part of the city. Reconstructed after the destruction of World War II, it is an exact replica of the original square, built in the 13th century. The city hall building is also located here.
- It is recommended to visit the historical part of the city - Tumski Island, where Wroclaw began its formation. Here tourists can enjoy the medieval atmosphere of ancient streets, the grandeur of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and the monumentality of the iron Tumsky Bridge.
- Visitors to the city will undoubtedly be amazed by the colossal steel and concrete dome structure that is the Centenary Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building, built in 1913 in Art Nouveau style, hosts a variety of exhibitions.
Wroclaw is one of the the most beautiful cities Europe. Walking along its streets, you can see grandiose Gothic buildings and impressive baroque architecture, and see how various artistic styles and movements harmoniously fit and coexisted in the space of the city.
Where to live
For budget tourists, the best option would be to rent an apartment for your vacation in Wroclaw. Numerous hostels will also help you save money, where travelers are offered to rent a bed in a shared room or a private room for little money. In the historical part of the city near key tourist routes There are several cozy hostels: Moon Hostel, Cilantro Bed & Breakfast, MoHo S Hostel and others.
There are also luxurious and comfortable hotels in Wroclaw. Unlike hostels, where sleeping area you will have to pay 500-600 rubles; a room in famous hotel chains and local authentic hotels will cost the traveler from 4 to 10 thousand rubles per night. Radisson Blu Hotel, Hotel Monopol Wrocław, The Granary - La Suite Hotel will delight tourists with exclusive rooms and high quality service.
How to get around Wroclaw
Wroclaw is a city with a developed system ground transport. From the airport you can get here by bus or taxi. Trams and buses run around the city; there are no trolleybuses. Budget tourists have an excellent opportunity to save money - the city has a bicycle rental network with three dozen pick-up points.
Trams and buses run here around the clock, although at night the service interval can last up to 60 minutes. If you decide to move around Wroclaw by public transport, you should take care of purchasing a ticket in advance. Drivers and conductors do not sell them; they can be purchased from vending machines in squares and bus stops, as well as at newsstands.
Used for travel on buses and trams uniform ticket. Moreover, there are “one-time” coupons on sale and those that are valid from half an hour (cost 3 zlotys) to 72 hours (26 zlotys). In public transport in Wroclaw there are often inspectors, but you need to punch your ticket in a composter yourself when entering the salon.
A taxi ride will cost tourists much more (from 3 to 6 zlotys per kilometer). In this case, it is better to order a car through a special website or by phone (this can be done by a waiter in a cafe or the administrator of your hotel). If you hail a taxi on the streets of Wroclaw, be prepared for inflated fares and negotiate the cost of the trip in advance.
Where to eat
In the historical part of the city there are many cozy restaurants and cafes where tourists can enjoy national cuisine, among which perogi (dumplings with various fillings), bigos (hot sauerkraut with sausage), and various meat dishes with vegetable side dishes are especially popular.
Among national restaurants Wroclaw from traditional cuisine and the atmosphere is worth highlighting Karczma Lwowska, Pod Fredra, Wieza Cisnien. And in the cellar of the ancient city hall building there is a unique national restaurant, Piwnica Swidnicka, which has been welcoming visitors since the 15th century. This establishment, located in the very center of the city, is recommended for all travelers who want to enjoy the authentic traditional cuisine of Wroclaw.
Budget tourists can satisfy their hunger in small cafes located away from the tourist routes. Travelers also enjoy numerous fast food establishments: McDonald's, KFC, local bary mleczne (milk bars) and street stalls with hamburgers, toast and casseroles.
What to bring from Wroclaw
Wroclaw offers various European brands of clothing, shoes and accessories for shopping lovers. Shopping can be done in large shopping centers cities: Grunwald Passage, Wroclaw Arcades, Magnolia Park.
Traditionally, tourists bring from this city souvenirs with national flavor, magnets and figurines depicting key attractions of the region. And, of course, it’s impossible to imagine visiting Wroclaw without buying one or more gnomes, for which this Polish city is famous.
In winter, during the Christmas Fair in the Old Town, they sell arts and crafts from local craftsmen, silver and amber jewelry, Christmas decorations, the finest lace and much more.
During its existence, Wroclaw changed citizenship more than once, becoming part of various states, but for the most part the Germans dominated here (then the city was called Breslau). However, everything changed after the war, when Poles displaced from Lviv, which was legally annexed by the USSR in 1939 and now belongs to Ukraine, began to populate the depopulated Breslau, taken from. The combination of different national traditions determines the appearance of the city with its huge German cathedrals, Flemish-style mansions and Baroque palaces. The latest reconstruction took place after a catastrophic flood in the early 1990s, when much of the center was under water.
Arrival and accommodation in the city of Wroclaw
The main station (Wroclaw Glowny) faces the wide Pilsudskiego street, a 15-minute walk south of the Market Square. The main bus station is located behind the station. Through the travel agency, which is located in building No. 14 on Market Square (daily May-August 10.00-21.00, September-April 10.00-18.00), you can either find accommodation in the private sector. Several modest hotels are located near the station, the closest of which is Hotel Piast on Pilsudskiego Street 98, which offers discounts to ISIC international student ID holders. Between the station and the Old Town, on Kosciuszki Square 19, there is the Savoy Hotel.
The best option in the Old Town is Bursa Nauczycielska on Kotlarska 42 with simple double and triple rooms. As an alternative, we recommend Dom Turystyczny Trio 1 kilometer from the Market Square, on Trzemeska 4: take tram 22 to the Mlodych Technikow stop. Hostel Tumski is adjacent to expensive hotel with the same name and is located at Wyspa Slodowa 10 (curfew 22.00). From July to September you can stay in one of the excellent hostels of the Orange chain: Nad Fosf on Podwale 27 or Straszny Dwor on Grunwaldzki 61.
Sights of Wroclaw
The center of Wroclaw is outlined by the Oder River in the north and the arched Podwale street, running along the former city walls, next to which there is a moat bordered by a shady park. In the center of the city is the vast Market Square with the majestic 15th-century town hall. The most spectacular are the western and southern facades of this building, which now houses the Historical Museum (Wednesday-Sunday 10.00/11.00-17.00/18.00). On the northwest corner of the square are two curious baroque buildings known as Jas and Malgosia. They are connected by a gate leading to the Church of St. Elizabeth with a huge tower 9 meters high (Monday-Saturday 9.00-16.00, Sunday 13.00-16.00).
To the southwest of the Market Square is the former Jewish quarter, whose inhabitants fled or were taken from Wroclaw by the Nazis. The synagogue “Under the White Stork” (Sunday-Friday 10.00-17.00), one of the largest in the city, is hidden in the courtyard of house no. 9 on Wlodkowicza Street. A specially built rotunda houses a panorama of the Battle of Racławice (Tuesday-Sunday April-November 8.00-19.30, December-March 9.00-17.00; excursions every half hour, including National Museum).
The panorama, 120 meters long and 15 meters high, was created in 1894 in honor of the centenary of Tadeusz Kościuszko’s victory over Russian troops near the village of Racławice between Kielce and Kielce. At the other end of the park is the National Museum, where you can see the touching medieval tomb of Henry the Pious with a group of mourners. To the north of the Market Square, between Uniwersytecka and Grodzka streets, lies the university quarter. In the center of the quarter, on Uniwersytecki Square 1, rises the huge Collegium Maximum building, on the second floor of which there is the meeting hall of Aula Leopoldina - one of the most beautiful interiors of the Baroque era, where architecture, painting and sculpture merge into one whole.
The Piaskowy Bridge at the town hall leads to the Sandy Island (Wyspa Piasek) and the Church of St. Mary of the Sands (14th century), which amazes with its majestic arches and altar with images of playful children. Two graceful bridges connect Sand Island with the religious center of the city - Tumsky Island. Past baroque palaces, Katedralny Street leads to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, rebuilt after the war. You can take the elevator up to the tower (Monday-Saturday 10.00-18.00), from where a beautiful panorama of the city opens up.
Food and drink in Wroclaw
You can eat cheaply in the student canteen Mis on Kuznicza Street 48 (Monday-Saturday until 17.00/18.00), as well as in the Kurna Chata cafe on Odrzanska Street 7, where you will be offered delicious dishes of the Polish highlanders. For vegetarians, we recommend the Vega Café at Rynek-Ratusz 27a (daily until 17.00/19.00). Le Bistrot Parisien on Nozownicza 1 offers excellent pies, salads and wines.
You can have a drink at the Pod Kalamburem cafe on Kuznicza street 29-a or at the Kalogrodek bar next door, at number 29-b. We recommend the quiet basement bar Gumova Roza (entrance from Sw. Wita alley) and the stylish bar Prac OFFnia Klub on Wiezienna 6. Spiz on the Market Square offers beer from its own brewery. For house music lovers, there is the Vulevu club on Swidnicka street 53. The Wagon Klub on Orlat Lwowskich square 20a is also recommended. There is a 24-hour Internet cafe on Kuznicza street 11/13.
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