Wrocław - the bustling city of Wrocław is the fourth largest city in Poland and the capital of the Lower Silesia Province. Originally, in the Middle Ages, it was built on several islands, today it is called the city that never sleeps like New York. Its architecture refinedly combines traditional culture with modern construction, thus becoming a universal place for people who appreciate the former elegance and contemporary aesthetics.
What should you see first?
While in Wrocław, you should definitely visit the Market Square both during the day and in the evenings. It tempts with colors and allows you to collect memories. It is an ideal place for joint recreational meetings with family, friends and even business meetings. There are many bars, restaurants and entertainment venues in the area. The city also invites you to the famous ZOO, which delights with its Africarium, recognized as the best place for attractions for children. Many exotic animals can be found there, such as the Palawan hornbills, which are on the list of endangered species. After visiting the zoo, you can go to the Centennial Hall, located nearby, where various events are organized, also to the Japanese garden, which was created with the help of the Japanese master gardener Mankichi Arai. It is an ideal place for people looking for a bit of oriental sensations.
What to see in Wrocław?Wrocław dwarfs and other historic attractions
A walk in the footsteps of Wrocław dwarfs? Why not… This is an attraction for young and old. Dwarfs are the original showpiece of the city. It's hard to pass by their trails indifferently. Currently, there are over three hundred of them, but more and more of them are still growing. There have been many theories about where they came from, and one of them is that when Wrocław was still a village, gnomes helped people to run a household. In exchange for a roof over their heads and care, they repaired broken equipment and patched up worn clothes. Their friendship with the inhabitants of Wrocław continues to this day. They hide in various nooks and crannies, enjoying the presence of small and large tourists. Once a year, the September dwarf festival takes place, in which children paint houses for the dwarfs and there are festive games in their honor. One of the historic attractions is definitely the Grunwaldzki Bridge, connecting the eastern and western parts of Wrocław. It impresses with its simplicity and austerity. From the bridge you can admire the beautiful view of Ostrów Tumski and go for a long walk along the Odra River along the promenade. One of the most popular monuments is also the Basilica of Saint Elizabeth, also known as the Elizabethan Parish, located in the vicinity of the Main Market Square, and the White Stork Synagogue.
Shopping on the Oder
Sky Tower sets new directions in modern construction, becoming one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. There is an apartment building an ideal place for shopping and relaxation after a long sightseeing. There is approximately 24 m000 of commercial and service space. It offers a large selection for every consumer, from grocery stores to specialty stores. Sky Tower represents everything that is most valuable in Wrocław, its open, elegant and innovative character. The skyscraper is also one of the main recreational and artistic points, proving that Wrocław is a city that can delight.
Wrocław - a bustling city ...
Wrocław is often called "Polish Las Vegas". Here the city lives at night. Beautifully lit bridges, University of Wrocław. Restaurants, cafes and pubs in the Old Town regulate the pulse of the nightlife. It is also the capital of culture ... It is here that the "New Horizons" Film Festival takes place, which attracts huge crowds of cinema fans every year. A trip to Wrocław is a great adventure.
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