TORUN

The place I would like to describe is Toruń, city and port in central Poland on the Vistula River. I visited it last weekend and I was under the impression of it.
Toruń has been famous for its honey-cakes and gingerbread ever since the Middle Ages. The town is also an industrial centre, with factories producing chemicals, textiles, machinery, tools, armatures, and furniture.
As well as many Renaissance and Baroque buildings, the old city still has ancient gates and walls along the river. Prominent landmarks include the rebuilt town hall, containing a museum; the churches of St John, Our Lady, and St James; the ruins of a castle of the Teutonic Knights; an ethnographic museum housed in a former arsenal; the Pomeranian Theatre; and fine Gothic and Baroqe townhouses. In Toruń is a university named after the Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, born in the city.
Toruń was chartered in 1333. The treaties of 1411 and 1466 signed in the city placed the Teutonic Knightsunder Polish rule. In 1595 and 1645 religious synods were held in the city.
Toruń was under German rule for most of the 19th century and during the World War II, when it was called Thorn. From 1919 to 1939 Toruń was the capital of The Polish province of Pomorze.

SIEDLCE

I live in Siedlce - a town in the east of Poland. There live about eighty thousand people . I wasn't born in Siedlce - I was born in Warsaw but I have lived in Siedlce for sixteen years. I will try to describe my town a little.
Siedlce is situated on the small Muchawka river in the east part of województwo mazowieckie in the region called Podlasie. Several years ago there was the main tourist and communicating trail and Siedlce was developing fast but now the town isn't such as important place and it is developing more slowly. The town isn't beautiful for me - there is a lot of litter on the streets, streets are often destroyed, there are many old, ugly, non-renovated buildings. In Siedlce there are some interesting places like a town hall called “Jacek”, which is situated in the centre of my town. A long time ago there was a marketplace opposite the town hall but know there is a small square, where people often come to relax. Near the centre, on the Konarskiego Street there is a park with Ogiński palace, which was built by duchess Anna Ogińska. It is one of the most attractive places in our town, where the young as well as adults like walking and resting. In the park there is a pond. I think that it is good that in Siedlce there is a place like it because when you are tired or feel nervous you may go for a walk, calm your nerves and have contact with nature. In the park there is also a playground, where we can often see children playing and shouting. In Siedlce there is also the museum, where we can see many pictures, photos and interesting documents connected with history of Siedlce.
In Siedlce young people spent their free time on the disco, in the pubs or walking and shopping. In the town there are too few concerts of famous bands I think, so only sometimes we may enjoy this type of entertainment. Siedlce has its own local TV called Catel, which often shows us important events for the inhabitants. We have also some local newspapers like „Tygodnik Siedlecki” or „Echo Podlasia”. In Siedlce there is also the catholic radio „Katolickie Radio Podlasia”.
In my town there are several primary schools, some high schools and one academy. Students and other inhabitants of Siedlce and people living near the town can use the library, which is situated in the town hall in the centre of the city.
In Siedlce there are also some industrial plants like „Drosed” or „Mostostal”, which are known in the whole Poland.
I think that several years ago Siedlce was more beautiful place than it's today. Before The Second War there were a lot of rich Jews and other people in the town - then Siedlce had its own theatre, some breweries and, for example, knives' factory, which belonged to my grandfather' father. When I watch pictures from these times I see beautiful trees, clean streets, nice buidings. I think that Siedlce is becoming more and more dirty and ugly. I think that it's good that the pope will come to Siedlce in June because thanks to it there is more money for renovating some buildings and streets.
I'm glad that I live in Siedlce instead of living in a village but if I had a choice I would like to move to akaniec bigger town or city.

CHEŁMNO

Chełmno is a city in north of Poland. It is located 45 kilometers from Toruń. There live about 22 thousand people. It is interesting for foreign visitors - numerous people call it `Cracov of the north'. The twon is well-known for the old town and friendly inhabitants.
What is unusual is the fact, that Chełmno is situated on nine hills - like Rome. From the city you can see Vistula River Valley. Very interesting are gothic biuldings, museums, monuments and churches.
Chełmno is one of the three cities in Europe, where all old city is surrounded by original fortifications. Moreover, in Europe are only three cities with completely medieval fortifications.
One of the most interesting place in Chełmno is museum of old weapon. There are showed swords, guns and machine-guns. That is really interesting - also for women.
In Chełmno are not big hotels. But we have got hostels and rooms in pivate houses - it is often cheaper and more comfortable.
I wrote about Chełmno for two reasons. Firstly, it is not big city with skycrapers, offices and a lot of cars. Secondly, it is very beautiful and has interesting history and a lot of relics.
Summary, I think sometimes small cities are better than this big like Warsaw and Cracov. In Poland we have got a huge number of small and wonderful cities, but I strongly recommended Chełmno for foreign people.

RABKA

Rabka is a small city in southern Polend. I think It'S one of the most beautiful places in Polend. Rabka has fabulous landskape which many tourists admire every day. This town has a rich history, exciting monuments and interesting places.
All surrounding is wonderful. Mountains which are only 20minutes from the city are perfect place for mountains-climbing in summer and skiing in winter. It's unbelievable how a nature being could create something so beautiful. The most fantascing view is when the sun is slowly falling down behind the mountains. Besides fabulous nature, Rabka has a lot of monuments for example NMP church , town hall and so-called small Big Ben
My favourite part of the town is near NMPchurch. There are many sanatories parks,beautiful romantic ways, a lot of shop and restaurants which offers tradictional polish food
I think this is the best place for good holidays. I'll never forget special atmosphere of this city, which has made a great impression on me. I would like to go there one more time

ZIELONA GÓRA

It is called Zielona Góra. Is is on the west of Poland. In the Zielona Góra are a lot o forests and hills.
Zielona Góra is a large town. These days one hundred twenty five thousands people live here.
A lot of families have flats. Many blocks are in Zielona Góra.
Beautiful church is in Zielona Gora , called St. Jadwiga in the center of the town.
Polish bus transport functions in Zielona Góra.
Zielona Góra doesen't have a subway.
Three cinemas are in Zielona Góra. University is in Zielona Góra. There are three big hypermarkets and a lot of small shops. Beautiful old city is in Zielona Góra. There are philharmonic and theater .
In september organize in the Zielona Góra “The week of the grape.”
Zielona Góra is my family city. I very like it. In my opinion Zielona Góra is a very beautiful town.

NIEDZICA

Niedzica is a small village in Góry Pienińskie in southern Poland. Last spring me and my friends decided to go here for a weekend, to rest and to see beautiful landscapes. Niedzica is well known for the Dunajec dam, which was built a few years ago, and for its castle. Also the closeness to Slovakia and great ski runs make Niedzica a wonderfull place to visit. We stayed at a small hostel near Niedzica.
The weather was great all the time. The sun shone brightly, the wind blew gently and the trees bloomed. The water in the lake glittered and spurred to bathe. However, it was too cold. On the first day in Niedzica we wandered in the mountains.
We hiked Trzy Korony Mountain and admired glamourous views. We also saw a breakthrough of the Dunajec River. On the second day we decided to visit the mysterious castle in Niedzica. It was built in XIV century by the Hungarian house of Berzevichy. It changed its owner four times. The most interesting thing about the castle is the legend about a hidden treasure. We wanted to learn something about it, so we asked an old man, who worked there, to tell us the story. As we went for a meeting with him, we saw a road sign with a ghost on it. Our guide told us, that it warned against the meeting with the white lady, who scares every night in the castle. He told us the whole story.
Long ago the owner of the castle Sebastian Berzevichy went to South America. He settled in Peru and married an Indian woman. His wife gave birth to a daughter, whom they called Umina. She married a descendant of Inkas royal family, who kept the family treasure. When the war with the Spanish broke out, Sebastian's family moved to Europe, to Venice and next to Niedzica. One day someone murdered Umina in front of the castle's chapel. Her ghost began to appear every night. Sebastian hid the treasure in the castle or its neighbourhood and forbade to search it. In 1946 a document, which is the key to solve the puzzle was found, but till today no one has decode it. We listened to the story with interest. In the evening we still talked about the legend.
Our visit to Niedzica was a very interesting experience. We felt completely relaxed when we arrived home. You really ought to visit Niedzica as it offers entertainment for everyone.

WARMIA I MAZURY

The Warmińsko-Mazurskie Province lies in the south-eastern part of Poland. Its largest cities are Olsztyn, Elbląg and Ełk. About 1,5 mln people live there.
The landscape of this region includes mostly lakes and forests, especially pine. Here we can find elks, lynxes, beavers and tortoises. In the Land of Mazurskie Lakes, the biggest lake is Śniardwy. This area is one of the coldest part of our country. It's famous for its long, cold winter and rainy summers.
It's an agricultural and industrial province, modern industry develops here, but very slowly. The biggest industrial centres are Olsztyn and Elbląg. People grow corn, cattle, hogs and poultry. The situation on the labour market is quite difficult, the unemployment rate is very high.
Exactly in the area of today's Pojezierze Mazurskie, in 1410, the Battle of Grunwald took place. Also "Wilczy Szaniec", Hitler's headquaters was located here.
Warmia and Mazury are visited by 1,5 mln tourists every year. Top attractions include Kanał Elbląsko- Ostródzki, Święta Lipka, sport and cultural events, monuments like churches, castles and fortifications.

WŁOCŁAWEK

Włocławek is one of the oldest city in Poland. It get municipal wrights before 1265. Włocławek ie a medium-sized city in a centre of Poland where lives about 125,000 people. There are a lot of monuments like a beautiful gothic cathedral and many churches. There are museums, libraries, galleries, parks, theatrewater dam and hydroeletric power station on Vistula river. In Włocławek is a lot of industry. There are also a famous basketball team- Anwil Włocławek. Near city was born king of Poland Kazimierz The Great and a polish president- Lech Wałęsa. Włocławek isn't popular and there aren't many tourism here, but is very beautiful and nice city.

WARSZAWA

#Warsaw is the capital of Poland. It is located in the heart of the country. I have chosen to write about it, becouse I spent the part of holidays there.
In Warsaw are many interesting places to visit. Palace of Culture and Science is one of them. Warsaw's Old Town is really beutiful too. For entertainment you can visit: zoological gardens, botanical gardens, museums, galleries, theaters, cinemas, dance clubs. You can't laze on beaches, but you can stroll along the promenade or relax in luxury hotels. When you feel like doing shopping, you should go to shopping center of fashionable boutique. Don't forget about souvenirs for members of your family and friends - head to souvenir shop. In Warsaw's shops goods are at raesonable prices.
Don't miss out on a visit Warsaw, when you are in Poland, becouse you can spent unforgettable moments there.

#Warsaw is the largest city of Poland and has been the capital for four centuries. It is situated in the centre of poland.
Warsaw has a rich history,interesting historical monuments and exciting places.
It is also the capital of cultural.
The Warsaw Old Town is on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list. There are splendid Royal Castle and Cathedral. There are beautiful churches, houses, palaces, parks and monuments.
The most beautiful of the parks - Łazienki - the summer residence of the last Polish king. It is the favourite place for walks of the inhabitants of Warsaw.
In the Łazienki park there are the monument of Chopin and the Palaceon the water.
In Warsaw there are over fifty museums, over fifty galleries and over thirty professional theatres.
Warsaw is the main music centre of the country.
There are many restaurants which offer traditional Polish food.There are also cafes, pubs and night clubs.
I think Warsaw is very beautiful. I was born here and I love it.

#Warsaw is the largest city in Poland and has been the capital for four centuries. It is situated in the centre of this country, therefore the level of economy is higher than in other cities. Warsaw has a rich history,interesting historical monuments and very exciting places .It is also a capital of cultural.
There are beautiful churches, houses, palaces, parks and monuments. For example, the most beautiful of the parks - Łazienki - the summer residence of the last Polish king. It is the favourite place for walks of the inhabitants of Warsaw. In the Łazienki park there are the monument of Chopin and the Palaceon the water. In Warsaw there are over fifty museums, over fifty galleries and over thirty professional theatres.
There are many restaurants which offer traditional Polish food, which are very popular in other countries. There are also cafes, pubs and night clubs, where people spending their free-time. Teenagers never got bored because of many interesting activities and entertainment facilities.
The level of transport in Warsaw is not so high. The majority of young people always use the cheapest possible form of transport - namely `buses', but some of older people (not only) go on the underground. We have only one underground in Poland, and it is located in Warsaw.
The Polish main sports are football and motor-racing. Lately, the most popular sporting personality is a ski-jumper Adam Małysz who has already won lots of prizes both in the country and abroad. The most important sports events are the league football matches of regional teams which take place in spring (now people are waiting for the World championship). Every bigger town has at least one stadium. You can find them in Warsaw.
I think that Warsaw is a very beautiful place to visit…. Last year I visited this place and I enjoyed oneself. I think that everyone should visit Warsaw, becouse this place have so much to offer us.

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