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Interesting Facts About Frederic Chopin
A popular name amongst music scholars worldwide, Frederic Chopin is a Polish artist, composer, and musician renowned for his wondrous works. He is known internationally and reined alongside other popular artists such as Gioacchino Rossini, Robert Schumann, and Felix Mendelssohn. In all of his nearly 40 years on earth, Chopin left a great legacy behind. He was top on the list of the best composers and pianists during the Romantic Period of the 19th century. Born on March 1 in 1810, in Zelazowa Wola, Poland, Frederic Chopin is a famous name that draws thousands of visitors annually to Poland who comes to his museum to explore his legendary works. He…
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Polish Customs: Do’s and Don’ts in Poland
Poland is undoubtedly a beautiful and unique place on the map of Europe. Although Poland is a place where you are going to meet friendly locals, it might be difficult to know the dos and don’ts of a country you are visiting for the first time. In fact, there are many things that you must keep in mind and familiarize yourself with while in Poland. We don’t wanna get you confused; therefore, we share some of the most vital points to know before your next visit to Poland. Don’t drink & smoke in public This is strictly forbidden by law and you might get penalized by a police officer when…
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Na Zdrowie – How to Raise a Toast & Say Cheers in Polish
Whether you come to Poland for an ordinary trip, the wedding of your Polish friends, or a wild stag party, it’s good to know how to raise a toast and shout emphatically, “Na zdrowie.” But let’s start with the short story. The History of Toasting Toasting is a widespread custom, and according to National Geographic, all toasts have their roots in ancient Greeks: “Historians guess that the toast most likely originated with the Greek libation, the custom of pouring out a portion of one’s drink in honor of the gods”. Toasting later becomes fun and touching ritual that made drinking alcohol an expression of mutual respect, brotherhood, and goodwill. In Poland, the…
