Introducing Gdańsk
There’s a special atmosphere about Gdańsk, a unique look and feel that’s very different from that of other Polish cities. It could be something to do with its historic role as a port city, visited by and fought over by people from diverse nations. It’s definitely connected to its distinctive architecture, which is strongly influenced by its historic maritime connections. And the knowledge that its stunning centre was rebuilt from rubble after the devastation of WWII is breathtaking and inspiring.
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Whatever the source of its appeal, visitors are always delighted by the grand, elegant buildings of the Main Town district, and charmed by its decorative narrow side streets with their cafés and amber shops. Popular maritime pleasures include cruising downriver on a pleasure boat, or sipping a beverage at a dockside beer garden while admiring the mix of medieval and Renaissance rooftops on the skyline.
Though it’s an old city with a tumultuous past, and the historic scars to prove it, 21st-century Gdańsk is a vibrant destination packed with diverse sights and entertainment options, and also makes a great base for journeys into the surrounding countryside.
Last updated: Sep 29, 2008
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