Mushrooms are an essential ingredient in the national cuisine. You can find mushrooms in absolutely different dishes. Pies and pancakes with different fillings are the most typical desserts that both locals and tourists like to order. Don’t forget to try beigel, these fragrant ring-shaped bread rolls have become a popular souvenir that tourists like to buy for their friends and family. So-called milk bars …
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The liveliest and the most interesting place in the city is the Krupowki Streetis the central street of Zakopane. Lovers of active recreation start entertaining from this place. The picturesque street is an ongoing series of popular hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and shops. Here you can find one of the city's main attractions – the original stalls that sell delicious cheese, popular traditional sweets and unusual …
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The Nosal ski complex is recognized as one of the best in Poland. It is perfect both for experienced skiers and beginners. The most challenging tracks are located closer to the top of the mountain. At the same time, ski trails in the lower part of the resort are ideal for novices. A funicular railway with single chairs and 9 platter pulls serves the area. The prices are not fixed and depend on the time of the day. …
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In the main street of you can find the luxury hotel Litwor. It is perfect for those who plan a rich program of their vacation. The interior of this upscale hotel also deserves special attention. It has exclusive antique furniture. Among the additional facilities there is the presence of a beauty salon and a wonderful national restaurant which has an extensive wine list. It is worth mentioning the upscale hotel …
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All tourists should certainly visit the Vronislav Cech Memorial house. The world-renowned researcher and a skier had lived with his family there. Nowadays this amazing wooden villa has converted into a Museum. Among its priceless exhibits there are awards of Bronislava Cech and his equipment, as well as the collection of interesting photos and postcards. The Jan Kasprowicz Museum also deserves the attention of …
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Zakopane is the mountain city in Poland and it is a popular ski resort. It is located in the southern part of the country. One of the main values of the resort city remains favorable climatic conditions. Winters are very mild and snowy here. Thus, Zakopane is a popular spot for a family vacation. Ski tracks will be available to admirers of winter sports in December. But some slopes will be available even until …
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Poland - moving around the country
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The roads in Poland are simply great. Hence, many tourists choose to rent cars. You can do this either at the city agency or at the airport terminal. You will need to show an international driver’s license for this. However, it will not be convenient to move around a large city in a rented car. Firstly, there are strict restrictions in the country. The maximum speed limit in the city in the afternoon is 50 kilometers per hour and at night, 80 kilometers per hour. Please note that there are often big traffic jams in tourist cities. In such a situation, it is faster and cheaper to move on foot or by public transport. Between cities however, you can travel on a rented car. It is worth stating that it is permissible to drive at a speed of up to 130 kilometers per hour on modern highways. Many rivers and waterways flow in the country, and you may find boats running through them. However, this is not a means of transportation but rather, tourist entertainment. Tourist liners, cruise ships and boats, as well as small yachts run on the coast of the Baltic Sea also in the warm season.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Poland
Poland is a deeply religious country, and therefore, its residents have a special attitude towards such holidays as Christmas and Easter. The whole family gathers at the festive table on the Christmas Eve. There is always a white tablecloth and a small piece of hay. The table is served to have a place for guests who can unexpectedly enter the house to celebrate. The feast begins when the first star appears in the sky. Then, a candle lights up in the house. People sitting at the table say a prayer and start eating a meal consisting of 12 lean dishes. On Christmas Eve, it is common to exchange thin plates of dough, which you need to buy in the church. It is believed that they are the wishes of happiness and good. The next day, December 25, the Poles go to visit each other and exchange gifts.
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