Warsaw is the capital of Poland. It is located in the center of the country on the Vistula River. It is the largest polish city both in terms of area and inhabitants. It is the seat of the highest authorities and the scene of the political life. There are many places worth seeing. We propose to visit places that were silent witnesses of some events important for the history of Poland.

Old Town and the Royal Castle

The old town is a popular place for walks. Once enclosed by a wall, today located between the Castle Square with the Sigismund’s Column and the Royal Castle in the east, and the barbican in the west. The Old Town Square with the Mermaid surrounded by colorful houses is delightful. During World War II, the Old Town was almost completely destroyed, but due to careful reconstruction, in 1980 it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Palace of Culture and Science

It was a very controversial building once, created as a “gift of the Soviet people to the Polish nation”. The Palace of Culture and Science was for a very long time the tallest building in Poland, but in recent years it has been surpassed by several. On the 30th floor there is an observation deck from which you can admire the panorama of the city. The interiors are home to theaters, museums, a cinema and the famous Congress Hall, where world-famous music stars perform.

Royal bathrooms

Under this funny name is hidden quite a large green complex in the city center. One of the most beautiful monuments in Warsaw is located here – the statue of Fryderyk Chopin under the branches of a willow, which resemble pianist’s fingers. There is also the Palace on the Water, the Theater on the Island, the Orangery and the Belweder Palace. Herds of cute squirrels and some peacocks live in the park and are popular among children.

Palace in Wilanów

The summer residence of King Jan III Sobieski and his wife Marysieńka is one of the most beautiful complexes of this type in Europe. Classicist architecture blends in perfectly with the green surroundings. Numerous cultural events, such as concerts and vernissages, take place here.

If you would like to learn more about the history, we have well-organized modern museums, such as the Warsaw Uprising Museum or the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews. For longer stays, we also recommend visiting Żelazowa Wola – the birthplace of Fryderyk Chopin, Łowicz – to get to know some folklore or relax by the Zegrze Reservoir.