Kłodzko – Hillside charm
Kłodzko is a delight for the eyes: its Old Town is perched on a rambling hillside, surrounded by winding, steep streets. Overhanging houses and Gothi
Posts Tagged History
Director of Auschwitz museum has died
Kazimierz Smoleń, a former prisoner of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, passed away on The International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of
Kurozwęki Palace – historic place to stay
There are many historic places to stay in Poland, including majestic palaces and rustic farmhouses. One of them is Kurozwęki Castle, in the southern
Wolf’s Lair in Kętrzyn
I’m sure that most of you who are really interested in WWII history know about this place. Poland is currently looking for an investor to turn
Polish Military Prosecutor Shoots Himself
A Polish prosecutor shot himself today in dramatic footage caught on film in his office after cutting short a news conference. Mikołaj Przybył durin
Lego Concentration Camp
The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw has caused something of a stir by purchasing the controversial ‘Lego Concentration Camp’ set designed by artist
Brown bear Wojtek – hero of battle of Monte Cassino
Wojtek, who was adopted as a cub by Polish soldiers stationed in Iran during 1941, liked to share beers and a cigarette with his fellow comrades, was
Epiphany
Tomorrow is Epiphany. Epiphany, meaning “vision of God”, which falls on January 6, is a Christian feast day that celebrates the revelation
Sylwester
In Poland a New Year’s Eve is called commonly Sylwester. Every day in a Polish calendar is devoted to a saint. The celebration of the name is ca
Exhibition “586 Days of Martial Law” in Warsaw
Yesterday I reminded you about the 30th anniversary of marital law in Poland. Today some more news. Due to the 30th anniversary of introduction of m
