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Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.

Reflect on the defining moment in Warsaw’s modern history at this moving monument, a tribute to the city’s Home Army, who fought tirelessly for their city. 

An underground lake, a museum and chapels that are carved from salt are in this fascinating, World Heritage-listed salt mine southeast of Krakow.

Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.

Admire the impressive collection of historic artwork and furniture housed inside this grand 17th-century palace.

Learn about the Jewish families who were killed in the Holocaust and see the tombstones of famous Krakow residents in the city’s only Jewish cemetery.

Admire the impressive collection of historic artwork and furniture housed inside this grand 17th-century palace.

A center of religious life in Warsaw, this historical church is at its most atmospheric when filled with the stirring tones of its huge pipe organ. 

Admire the views from the terrace of the country’s tallest building, a controversial landmark that inspires mixed feelings from Polish citizens.

Many legends abound about this ancient Gothic church with its religious history, ornate architecture and impressive 15th-century altarpiece.

Inside Poland’s most revered cathedral are the ornate tombs of Poland’s past kings and queens, religious artwork and a stunning 600-year-old bell.

Krakow\'s old town hall, now an impressive museum, is home to a fascinating collection of exhibitions about Poland’s folk history.

Admire the impressive collection of historic artwork and furniture housed inside this grand 17th-century palace.

Admire the impressive collection of historic artwork and furniture housed inside this grand 17th-century palace.

Discover artworks by some of Poland’s most renowned artists and see an extensive range of decorative arts in one of the country’s most important museums.

A center of religious life in Warsaw, this historical church is at its most atmospheric when filled with the stirring tones of its huge pipe organ. 

Learn about the Jewish families who were killed in the Holocaust and see the tombstones of famous Krakow residents in the city’s only Jewish cemetery.

A beloved symbol of Warsaw, this long-standing monument has been a constant fixture throughout the city’s tumultuous history. 

Built in tribute to a 16th-century Polish king, this landmark overlooks the busy Castle Square and is a popular meeting place.   

Admire the impressive collection of historic artwork and furniture housed inside this grand 17th-century palace.

Spend an afternoon wandering the stately avenues of this historic garden, one of the oldest public parks in Poland.

Learn about the Jewish families who were killed in the Holocaust and see the tombstones of famous Krakow residents in the city’s only Jewish cemetery.

Many legends abound about this ancient Gothic church with its religious history, ornate architecture and impressive 15th-century altarpiece.

Reflect on the defining moment in Warsaw’s modern history at this moving monument, a tribute to the city’s Home Army, who fought tirelessly for their city.