Budget travelers should also not deprive themselves of the pleasure of staying in a romantic setting. Instead, book a room at Angel House Bed & Breakfast that looks like a stylish boutique hotel. Guestrooms are mostly made in white and feature posh chandeliers in medieval style. There are flowers and plants in all rooms. Large mirrors in massive wooden frames and luxurious curtains of deep emerald color create a …
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The month of June continues to gladden the tourists with the chain of bright events. The Lajkonik, which is considered an unofficial symbol of Krakow, obtained its own holiday - the Lajkonik Festival. It takes place on the first Thursday after the Corpus Christi. On this day, without reference to the weather, the rider in the bright clothes rides around the city on the wooden horse. The big company of people …
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Six types of the signature unpasteurized beer are produced in the adjusting halls. Beer connoisseurs particularly praise the wheat and ginger types. A hundred of years ago, a warehouse with imported wine was located in the cellar, and so local students visited the cellar with their own bottles in order to buy the drink as cheap as possible. If you visit the restaurant on a right day, you can see unusual performances …
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The third way to learn Krakow is by means of the cruise boat. From the pier under the Wawel Hill, river trams leave for the hour-long mini-cruises along the Vistula. During the trip, the ships manage to swim to the Kosciuszko mounds, swim under a pair of bridges, past two monasteries and the futuristic building of the Center for Japanese Culture. But, naturally, the special attraction of the whole boat excursion is …
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4. market Square is the best place to search for souvenirs as best souvenir shops are located here.
5. Most museums allow taking photos and making videos for additional fee, so before the excursion starts you should ask whether you can take a camera with you.
6. Local motorists follow the traffic rules carefully, so pedestrians and those tourists, who expect to rent a car, should also be …
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Hotel Senacki offers luxurious guestrooms with the view of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. The décor of its guestrooms is made in light colors and features a creative combination of original elements and modern designer ideas. Guestrooms still have the original wooden beams and arched ceilings. Cream shaded walls only emphasize the beauty of the historical building. Antique furniture with modern black-and-white …
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Poland - moving around the country
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In large cities you will also find a tram service. There is a metro in Warsaw, the capital of Poland. Please be aware that the metro stations are quite large, and the underground interchange itself is convenient. It leads to the sleeping areas, and to the hysterical and administrative center of the city; that is why the metro is very popular among tourists and locals. It is also possible to connect these areas with the help of a bicycle. However, it is worth mentioning that cycling in Poland is just beginning to develop, and comfortable and extensive network of bicycle lanes are absent so far, even in large cities. In view of their absence, you will have to move around the pedestrian precincts, which do not always go down well with locals. Also, it should be taken into account that it is prohibited for cyclists to move in two rows. Non observance of this law can attract a solid fine.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Poland
There are quite a lot of cheerful folk festivals in Poland. On January 21 and 22, Grandmother's Day and Grandfather's Day are celebrated. On this day, it is customary to bring presents and pay a maximum attention to relatives. The whole family necessarily gathers at a large table, even if they don’t do that on other days. May 26, is the Mother's Day. Children visit their mothers with traditional bunches of flowers. November 30, is the Day of Andrzejki. This national holiday is one of the most popular among young people. In the evening, they arrange parties, where it’s common to read the fortune. The melted wax is poured into the cold water, and the outlines of the resulting figure determine the future. The New Year's Eve in Poland is called Sylvester, in honor of St. Sylvester. He has captured the Leviathan, which has been supposed to break free on New Year's Eve. That didn't happen. Since then, local residents are celebrating this event. It’s common to wear masquerade costumes.
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