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Witnesses of the Past After Wars and Turbulent Times, Preserved and Restored Castles and Palaces Are Now Part of Poland’S History Witnesses Of The Past After wars and turbulent times, preserved and restored castles and palaces are now part of Poland’s history. Priceless monuments of the past remained untouched in many places. Others were restored or reconstructed with such meticulous care. Whether preserved or restored, castles and palaces are full of life these days. They are homes to museums, venues for cultural or private events. Some were converted into hotels and are prefect gateways. There are plenty of stories to be told, some are facts, others just the legends, but they always belong to a place. Day 1, Warsaw We start with a visit to Palace of Culture and Science. It is the tallest building in Poland offering a splendid panorama of Warsaw, from the observation deck at 30th floor. The building is a landmark which one can see from any direction while approaching the city. But it is also a visible mark of post-war history when such a gift from the Soviet people to the Polish nation could not be rejected. Today it still rises discussions what the city should do with the building. Have a look and tell us what you think. We continue towards Old Town, stopping by 18th century Krasinski Palace, today a seat of Academy of Fine Arts, late-Baroque Branicki Palace built in 19th century, Borch Palace, the seat of the Polish Cardinal-Primates, and Prymasowski Palace which until 1795 was a seat for primates of Poland. The last stop of today’s tour is the Royal Castle. The first wooden construction was built in the 14th century by Mazovian Princes. In 1596 Warsaw became capital and the seat of monarchs and the castle became a royal residence. Rebuilt and remodeled over the centuries, it was destroyed during World War II. The meticulous reconstruction took a long time but splendid interiors, opened to the public in 1984 year, amaze all visitors. Overnight in Warsaw Supertour DMC Poland 26 Niemcewicza Street, 02-306 Warsaw, phone (+48 22) 55 66 320, fax (+48 22) 55 66 310, e-mail: [email protected] Visit our website: www.supertour-dmc-poland.pl Warsaw Day 2, Warsaw Our day begins with visit to the Royal Lazienki Palace and Park. The Palace on the Isle, located on a man- made island, was the summer residence of the last Polish King Stanislaw August Poniatowski. Lazienki Park is also a venue of summer Chopin’s concerts which take place every Saturday and Sunday by the famous Chopin’s Monument. The tour continues to Wilanow for a visit to a beautiful Baroque palace. Built in late 17th century, it served as a summer seat of king Jan III Sobieski. Next owners remodeled and extended the palace over next ages. Also they added a picturesque garden and landscaped park, which are worth visiting. Transfer to Warsaw airport or railway station for departure to your next destination. Supertour DMC Poland 26 Niemcewicza Street, 02-306 Warsaw, phone (+48 22) 55 66 320, fax (+48 22) 55 66 310, e-mail: [email protected] Visit our website: www.supertour-dmc-poland.pl Warsaw.
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