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  • Nicolaus Copernicus House
    Culture,  Famous Poles,  Travel Poland

    Nicolaus Copernicus House | Torun, Poland

    February 8, 2022 /

    Torun is a lovely city, and there are many reasons why you should visit it at least once in your lifetime. One of the reasons is the person of Nicolaus Copernicus, a well-known Polish astronomer who was one of the first daring to challenge the geocentric theory. As a child, he spent much of his everyday life in the late-medieval tenement house, which became the symbol of the renowned astronomer. Whether you are an astronomy lover, someone obsessed with collecting art, or learning the philosophy of zodiac signs, the Copernicus house is a great way to start a space exploration journey. Nicolaus Copernicus “The man who moved the earth.” Nicolaus Copernicus…

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    Bartosz

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  • Gingerbread Museum Torun
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    The Living Museum of Gingerbread | Torun-Muzeum Piernika

    February 7, 2022 /

    If you are ever visiting Poland, consider including Torun in your itinerary, as it is rich in culture, architecture, and monuments, with a baking tradition that’s second to none. Located nearly 2 hours by train from Poznan, Torun is not as popular as Warsaw and Krakow but most definitely a time-worthy place to visit.  A peaceful, loving, charming, precious jewel, and rich in history. All these words perfectly describe the medieval city of Torun. Torun counts as one of the oldest cities in Poland. With a population of approximately 200,000 people, Torun is the ideal vacation spot for visitors seeking a perfect mix between an active and quiet vacation.  The…

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    Interesting Facts About Nicolaus Copernicus

    February 7, 2021 /

    Imagine a world where the earth is static. Many believed that the heavenly bodies, including the sun orbit the earth until Nicolaus Copernicus changed the narrative. This was clearly stated in his book, On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres, a publication that not only shook the Earth and made people see the universe from a different perspective but also made the Earth lose its privileged position. But first, who was Copernicus? Who Was Copernicus? Nicolaus Copernicus was a man whose legacy is still celebrated today. Right in the heart of Warsaw is an enormous statue of Copernicus sitting on a pedestal greeting, looking at the bronze model of his…

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