The city of Warsaw, the capital of Poland, offers a variety of tourist attractions: historical sights, monuments, museums, theatres, places connected with Marie Curie, Frédéric Chopin and composer's enchanting music. Since 1980, the old town, one of the main attractions, has been a UNESCO World heritage site. Warsaw is among the greenest metropolises on the continent, with the Europe’s wildest river gushing through the center of the city. During World War II Warsaw was reduced to rubble, nonetheless she was brought back to life and continues flourishing.
Although Cracovians will beg to differ, Warsaw has often eclipsed Cracow (the 'cultural capital') in the arts. This was true in the golden age of King Stanislas Poniatowski, just as it was between the wars, when Warsaw was often referred to as the Paris of the East. In spite of the tragic odyssey of the twentieth century, the capital has made a bold comeback, and it remains at the cutting edge of modern trends. A host of lively events take place here, including the annual Warsaw Autumn Festival, bringing together luminaries in contemporary music from around the world. Every October, the International Film Festival kicks off. Throughout the year Zamek Ujazdowski showcases the best of Poland's contemporary art.
Lazienki Park and Palace are both beautiful and relaxing sights to see. The palace, known as "The Palace on the Isle" is built on a lake and is accessible by foot bridges. Wander the park or enter the palace depending upon your mood and the weather. The park offers pathways and shady benches, while the palace allows visitors a glimpse into the life of its previous inhabitants.
As Poland's capital, Warsaw has attracted all the big international names in shopping, keen to take part in the country's economic resurgence. As a business hub, Warsaw is also an oasis for travellers looking for smart clothes at reasonable prices. Still, the city continues to retain its old world charm, and there are plenty of smaller stores tucked on the back streets with treasures waiting to be discovered. Happy shopping!
Considered to be the dish which Poland is famous for, Pierogi is good for all occasions. Whether eaten in a high-class restaurant, in a Warsaw market place cafe with a cold beer, or home-cooked for a few friends – its hard not to tuck in and enjoy them. And as in last night, they can always be washed down with a few vodka shots!
Varsovie, (en polonais : Warszawa) est depuis 1596 la capitale de la Pologne et depuis 1999 le chef-lieu de la voïvodie de Mazovie. Elle est située sur la Vistule, à environ de la mer Baltique et des Carpates. Peuplée par plus d' d'habitants ( pour l'agglomération), la capitale de la Pologne est aussi sa plus grande ville et la 8 plus grande de l'Union européenne. Varsovie se divise en dix-huit arrondissements (dzielnice).
Varsovie est connue comme la ville phénix pour avoir réussi à renaître de ses cendres après la Seconde Guerre mondiale (au cours de laquelle 84 % de ses bâtiments ont été détruits). Aujourd'hui principal pôle économique d'Europe centrale, la ville continue à se transformer et à se moderniser : elle regroupe toute une gamme d'industries et soixante-six établissements d'enseignement supérieur (dont l’Université de Varsovie). La ville est aussi un centre culturel important : elle abrite l'orchestre philharmonique et plus de trente théâtres, dont le Théâtre national et l'Opéra national.
Varsovie a donné son nom à la Confédération de Varsovie, au Pacte de Varsovie, au Duché de Varsovie, à la Convention de Varsovie, au Traité de Varsovie et à l'Insurrection de Varsovie. La Varsovienne de 1831 est largement considéré comme l'hymne officieux de Varsovie. Le, la ville de Varsovie a reçu la décoration militaire suprême pour son courage face à l'ennemi, l'Ordre militaire de Virtuti Militari, pour sa défense héroïque en 1939.
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