Beauty of Poland

The Branicki Palace and park complex in Bialystok is one of the most beautiful monuments in Poland and the baroque gardens around the Palace are one of the most beautiful in Europe. You can’t miss this place on the tourist map of Podlasie. This place is a reminder of the Branicki family and is called the Branicki residence or the “Versailles of Podlasie.” History The history of the Branicki Palace is fascinating. Initially, in the 16th century, the Palace was a defensive castle built by the Wiesiołowski family – the owners of Białystok at that time.  Time of the greatest flowering of the Palace and gardens took place during the reign…

There are unique places in Kłodzko land that you just have to see. The Skull Chapel in Czermna (Kudowa-Zdrój) makes a huge impression, a bit scary but at the same time fascinating. This is one big cemetery enclosed in four walls. The entire interior of the chapel was lined with human remains – real skulls and bones. The Skull Chapel in Kudowa-Zdrój is the only monument of its kind in Poland. Curious to find out more about one of the most unusual places in Poland?  Read more… History The principal author of the creation of the chapel was the local priest Václav Tomášek. One day, in 1776, he noticed human remains protruding…

Have you ever traveled to a new destination and got stunned by its overwhelming beauty? This same feeling awaits when you go to Bialystok. Obviously, Bialystok is not as popular as other top cities in Poland such as Krakow or Warsaw, but don’t let that fool you. This city is small and unknown yet boasts stunningly attractive tourist attractions that are not to be missed. Located at the far eastern boundary of the European Union, Bialystok is the capital of the Podlasie province. Upon visiting the city, you’ll be amazed at the sheer number of things to do in Bialystok. After your first trip, you’ll probably want to revisit the…

Krzyżtopór Castle is considered one of the most impressive buildings of this type in Europe. The name of the castle in Ujazd is a cluster of two words: a cross (Krzyz) and an axe (Topor).  Krzyżtopór Castle is, in fact, a palace with strong defensive features, surrounded by mighty bastion-type fortifications – the so-called “palazzo in Fortezza.” Few people know that the residence of Krzysztof Ossoliński was the largest palace complex in Europe until the famous French Versailles was built.  This comparison should give an idea of ​​the size and costs incurred to erect this object. The magnate fortified palace delights with architecture, stirs the imagination with an unusual form,…

Lazienki Park and Palace is the place where more than half of the population in Warsaw get together on weekends for a picnic, leisure stroll in the midst of gardens, or take in the stunning view of the architectural gem that abounds here. Lazienki, which means baths, coined its name from the most popular attraction in the park, the Palace on the Island. The Palace, which dates back to the 17th century, was built by Stanislaw Herakliusz Lubomirski as a private bathhouse. In 1792, the last king of Poland, Stanislaw August Poniatowski, bought the bathhouse and converted it to a private residence, hence the name Palace on the Island.  Today,…

In Poland, there are lots of exciting sights to see, but a visit to a castle is always something you’d cherish for a lifetime. Czocha Castle is definitely a place that will make you remember Poland for what it truly stands for – history.  The walls within the castle hold a whole lot of secrets about the Second World War. The history of the castle is absolutely fascinating. In addition to that, the castle played an intriguing role during the Cold War.  These days, visitors can spend the night at the castle. Spacious, beautifully decorated rooms featuring all kinds of regalia and armory make your stay worthwhile.  There are a…

The Berlin Wall may have been hit hard and probably destroyed. However, a large portion of the famous legacies of communism can still be found in Krakow today, particularly in the city’s industrial section, Nowa Huta.  Do something extraordinary while vacationing in Krakow and discover the centrally-planned Socialist district of Nowa Huta. Get a glimpse of the exciting history of this district and admire stunning architecture that’s hard to find anywhere.  Located on the Vistula River, Nowa Huta was a city on its own until it became part of Krakow in 1951. The district boasts some of the world’s finest steelworks and lovely architectural buildings constructed in the Soviet’s Renaissance…