Poznan Travel Guide
Travel to Poznan - The Birthplace of the Polish Nation
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Located in West-central Poland on the Warta River, Poznan is one of the oldest cities in Poland making it very important both historically and culturally.
The city is home to numerous attractions, most notably the oldest cathedral in Poland which contains the tombs of the first Polish rulers. However, it also has appeal to younger visitors with its wealth of bars, clubs and sporting opportunities.
Poznan was the first capital city of Poland and one of Poland’s oldest cities. It is regarded by many people as the birthplace of the Polish nation. In the Renaissance it was one of the main trade centres in Europe but then the city’s development was stopped during annexations time. However, in 1918 uprising took place in this region which ended with the liberation of the city from German occupation.
Attractions in Poznan
The attractions in Poznan consist of numerous museums such as the archaeological museum, the Literary Museum of Henryk Sienkiewicz, Poland’s most celebrated novelist and the National Museum with its collection of European art works.
Or perhaps visit the Old Town Hall where you can see exhibitions about the country’s history or go to Ostrów Tumski aka Cathedral Island, the spot where Poznan was founded and is now home to a couple of churches and a museum.
Activities in Poznan
You can enjoy a number of sports in Poznan including horse riding, skiing and yachting. Or for a more tranquil day out it is possible to take a steam train to Wielkopolska National Park, an enjoyable and unique experience.
Relaxing
Poznan has many parks in which to relax such as Citadel Park, a former fortress, and Lake Malta, a very popular rest place with locals where you can catch a train along the shore. Or perhaps visit one of the many cafes or bars in the restored old town square, Stary Rynek, in order to people watch and get an insight into the Polish people and their culture.
Getting Around
Poznan is quite a compact city and is easily navigable by foot but it does have an extensive public transport system which consists of trams, buses, express buses and night buses. Taxis are also widely available or you can use the efficient train system which has the main stop; Dworzec Poznań Główny; just ten minutes drive from the Market Square.
Car hire is available but it can be difficult driving in Poznan due to the use of one way systems. Rush hours are busy and movement is painfully slow.
Poznan Reviews
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Saturday, 18th October 2008
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I've just spent 3 days in Poznan attending a Polish tourism workshop but did find time to spend a few hours exploring the city centre. There are three attractions which stick in my mind - an evening in the Hallo Cafe entertained by Poland's most famous drag queen; the remarkable shopping centre opposite the Novotel Centrum - a former brewery this brick-built building is one of the most architecturally stunning shopping centres I've ever seen; the colourful and atmospheric old town square - one of the best in Poland. Served by low-cost airlines this city offers plenty to do over a long weekend.
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