Cities in Poland that begin with the letter o. Polish cities: list and description

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Tourist tours to Poland are popular among Europeans and far abroad. Almost every city in the country is different unique history, cultural heritage, color and many local attractions. And than more city, the more interesting it is fraught with.

Warsaw - the capital of Poland and the center of tourist life

Warsaw is the largest and most important city in Poland. More than 1,700,000 people live in it. The lion's share of tourists tends to visit Warsaw, which has experienced many significant historical events.

The main attraction of the city is Krakow Suburb Street. Numerous museums, palaces, churches and shops are collected here. the most beautiful place Warsaw is the bohemian Prague. The city stands on the Vistula River, famous for its pristine nature and abundance of protected areas.

There are many educational institutions in the city, where students from other countries also come to study. Another attraction of Warsaw is local kitchen, which has collected best features cuisines of different peoples.

Attractions:

National Opera;
Primate's Palace;
Church of All Saints;
New town;
Market Square;
Castle Square;
Museum of Maria Sklodowska-Curie;
Royal Route;
Lazienki Palace;
Wilanow Palace.

Krakow

Krakow is the second largest city in Poland with over 750,000 inhabitants. Krakow is known for having preserved within its walls numerous buildings and monuments inspired by the spirit of a bygone era. The number of cultural objects of the city exceeds 3 million, the lion's share of which is listed in UNESCO.

The trump card of the city is the kitchen. An inexpensive and incredibly tasty lunch can be obtained at the market square, where excellent dishes are cooked right in the open air.

Krakow breathes the atmosphere of antiquity, medieval houses are found everywhere, cozy streets, cathedrals and castles. The city is the center cultural life. There is no shortage of restaurants, nightclubs, shopping centers and entertainment venues.

Attractions:

Wawel Castle;
City of Jews;
Krakow Planty;
Aquapark;
Market Square;
Royal Road.

Lodz

The third largest city, which is located 120 km from the capital of Poland. More than 740,000 Poles live in Łódź. The city bears the title of a voivodeship city. Lodz experienced many events during the Second World War, the largest Jewish ghetto was located here.

The "highlight" of the city is Piotrkowska Street, where a huge number of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. The street is one of the largest pedestrian zones cities.

Lodz is also famous for its nature: more than 30 parks, a huge Botanical Garden, nature reserves, parks and more. On the territory of the city there are monasteries, castles and baroque houses.

Attractions:

Palace of Karl Poznansky;
Herbst Palace;
Botanical Garden.

Wroclaw

One of the largest cities in Poland, the population is more than 600,000 people. The city is unique in that the architecture of all eras is collected here. Wroclaw is located on the Odra River, which determines the beauty and picturesqueness of its nature. The city has many parks and ecological zones.

Wroclaw is a city prestigious universities and colleges where international students go to study. The number of bridges in the city is simply amazing - 117.

Attractions:

Botanical Garden;
Basilica of St. Elizabeth;
Zoo;
House "Vulture";
Royal Palace.

Poznan

Large city in Poland with rich cultural traditions. More than 550,000 Poles live in the city. Here it is a large number of educational institutions, museums, fairs and attractions.

The cozy town is located on the Warta River, famous for beautiful nature. Poznan is a transit city, as the route from Paris to Moscow lies through it.

Attractions:

Melzhinsky Palace;
Imperial Castle;
Cathedral of Peter and Paul;
Church of the Virgin Mary;
National Museum;
Lake Malta.

Other major cities in Poland:

Szczecin;
Lublin;
Gdynia;
Radom;
Torun;
Kielce;
Bydgoszcz

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10th place - Katowice

Population: 299 012
Voivodeship: Silesian
Square: 164.67 km2

K atowice is the capital of Upper Silesia and also the most important center of the Silesian Voivodeship. In the local agglomeration, which unites several cities, 3 million people live, of which 299 thousand people live in Katowice themselves. It is the most densely populated and most urbanized region in the country. The period of greatest prosperity in the history of Katowice came in the 50s, when coal mines and steel mills were founded here. IN last years heavy industry lost its former importance, and the city focused on the development of trade and the introduction of small enterprises. However, mines, plants and factories continue to function, and the city remains the center of the Upper Silesian industrial district.

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9th place - Lublin

Population: 340 745
Voivodeship: Lublin
Square: 147.5 km2

Lublin is the largest and most comprehensively developed city in east coast Vistula. It attracts many tourists with its sights. Since the city of Lublin is one of the oldest cities in Poland, interesting objects here date from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. This is especially well seen in terms of examples of both spiritual and secular architecture. In addition to many sacred buildings, Lublin contains unique palaces: the Baroque Czartoryski Palace, the Marine Palace, the Lublin Castle - today the Lublin Museum.

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8th place - Bydgoszcz

Population: 354 990
Voivodeship: Kuyavia-Pomeranian
Square: 175.98 km2

B ydgoszcz is a little Venice in the heart of Poland. The city is located on the picturesque banks of the Brda and Vistula, this administrative center Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship is famous for its unique architecture, a huge number of attractions and concert hall which cannot be found anywhere else in Europe. Bydgoszcz is a city where history intertwines with modernity, and just a few tens of meters from the post office you can see a new business card cities - the sculpture "Crossing the River", which was installed in 2004 in honor of Poland's accession to the EEC.

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7th place - Szczecin

Population: 405 413
Voivodeship: West Pomeranian
Square: 301 km 2

Szczecin is a large Polish city located near the western border of the state and an hour's drive from the Baltic coast. Modern Szczecin has a population of slightly more than 400 thousand people and ranks seventh in size among all Polish cities. Due to its proximity to the largest port in the country, this city is an important industrial and shopping center, but Szczecin has a long and eventful history, which has left behind many attractions that attract tourists from all over the world. The city authorities do not neglect this industry, tourism infrastructure well developed, there are many hotels, restaurants, travel agencies, and on central streets even a special marking has been applied, walking along which you will pass by all the main sights of Szczecin.

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6th place - Gdansk

Population: 462 996
Voivodeship: Pomeranian
Square: 261.96 km2

Dansk is the sixth largest city in Poland, an important sea port located at the mouth of the Vistula River on the Baltic Sea. Together with the city of Gdynia and the beach resort town Sopot, it forms the Tri-City (Triple City) agglomeration, which is actually a single city with general population about a million people. Many famous names and memorable events are associated with the city. In the 17th century astronomer Jan Hevelius lived and worked here, the famous Fahrenheit and Schopenhauer were born in Gdansk. Born in Gdansk labor movement"Solidarity", which arose in 1980 in protest against the then regime, and which, a few years later, led to a change social order. Here, the future president of Poland, Lech Walesa, worked at the shipyard.

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5th place - Poznan

Population: 541 561
Voivodeship: Greater Poland
Square: 262 km 2

Oznan is a city drowned in history. She was the first capital of Poland and saw many dramatic events in the formation of the nation. Today it is a diverse and lively large city in the west of the country, which can offer the traveler a huge amount of activities and entertainment. Cheerful night life, Very good museums, many interesting places in the vicinity - even one central square Know already worth it to come here. In addition, it is also convenient: Poznan lies on railway line Moscow - Berlin and on many similar routes of bus companies. By the way, fanatics of railway romance will definitely like it here: Poznan is one of the last cities in Europe where passenger trains with locomotives.

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4th place - Wroclaw

Population: 637 075
Voivodeship: Lower Silesian
Square: 292.9 km2

Rocław is the center of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship of Poland, the unofficial capital of Silesia. The date of foundation of the city is considered to be the 1000th year. During its history, the city fell under the rule of German, Austrian, Polish, Czech and Hungarian states. Accordingly, the name of the city also changed: Vertitslav, Vratislav, Vrashislav, Breslau, Wroclaw. By the beginning of the 2nd World War, the city of Breslau was part of Germany. In August 1944, Breslau was declared a fortress city, fiercely resisted and, after heavy fighting and huge losses on both sides, on May 6, 1945, the commandant of Breslau signed the act of surrender of the garrison. On May 9, 1945, the city was officially ceded to Poland. Wroclaw is very beautiful and interesting: a mixture of cultures and traditions different countries creates special atmosphere- calm and festive at the same time. The Odra River flows through the city with 4 tributaries. 12 islands are connected by more than 100 bridges - it is not for nothing that Wroclaw is called city of bridges and canals.

Wroclaw is a city where everyone can find what they are interested in. Wroclaw has dozens of theaters and operas, a large number of museums and galleries. Festivals of classical and folk music that take place in the city do not let you get bored, and street artists and musicians fit into the atmosphere of the city.

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3rd place - Lodz

Population: 698 688
Voivodeship: Lodz
Square: 294.4 km 2

Lodz is located in Mazovia in the center of Poland, west of Warsaw. Unlike most other large Polish cities, Lodz was fully formed in the 19th century: in 1820 it was still actually a village, and by the end of the century it was already a large industrial center primarily with the textile industry. A significant part of the industrial architecture of Lodz has been preserved and is the main attraction of the city. Lodz is sometimes called the Polish Manchester.

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2nd place - Krakow

Population: 762 448
Voivodeship: Lesser Poland
Square: 327 km 2

K Rakov is one of the oldest Polish cities, former capital countries. 762,448 people live in Krakow. It is the second largest city in Poland, it is one of the largest cultural, economic and scientific centers states. Krakow is very beautiful at any time of the year, it is rich in historical architectural monuments and buildings. Modern Krakow includes inner city and seven suburbs. On its territory you can find a huge number of unique attractions. The remains of a fortress from the 15th century era, many monasteries, churches, synagogues and small chapels have been preserved here. The tombs of bishops, rulers and heroes of medieval Poland are of particular historical value. Krakow has many universities, an academy of sciences and the famous Jagiellonian Library. It has a large fund of books and manuscripts, in total there are more than 300 thousand of them.

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1st place - Warsaw

Population: 1 748 916
Voivodeship: Masovian
Square: 517 km 2

Arshava is the capital of Poland and the largest city in Europe. Having survived many upheavals and conquests, it has carefully preserved to this day the most valuable of its era. People go to Warsaw to wander through the streets of the Old Town and the picturesque Vistula embankments, stroll through the immense Lazienkowski Park and see the Church of the Holy Cross, where Chopin's heart rests. Despite the fact that the city was destroyed almost to the ground during the Second World War, in its historical quarters authentically recreated the appearance and atmosphere of antiquity. The Royal Castle, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and other iconic buildings were restored according to sketches from the 17th-18th centuries. For its beauty and originality at the beginning of the last century, Warsaw was called the Paris of the East.

This is a country of diversity and great experiences. A characteristic feature of the country's relief is the division into separate regions of Poland, which will allow you to fully experience all the splendor of nature, culture and history of this extraordinary country.

The region of Lower Silesia is one of the most fascinating regions of Poland, neighboring Germany and the Czech Republic. The region is known for its unique historical sights, including outstanding castles and charming medieval cities. The capital of this part of the country is Wroclaw, which attracts tourists with its history, unique architecture and excellent location on several islands.

The Silesian Voivodeship is located in the southern part of Poland. The region is diverse in terms of geography: picturesque uplands in the northern part, an industrial city of Poland Katowice in the center and soft mountains covering southern part. Katowice is known as an emerging business and service center. The ski resorts of Shirk, Wisla and Ustron attract skiers, snowboarders and hikers.

Pomeranian Voivodeship - This region of Poland attracts attention with its wide beaches and the amazing dunes of the Slowinski National Park. On the territory of this region are located such famous resort towns as Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia And Slupsk, as well as a huge medieval castle in the city Malbork- this is the largest defensive fortress, within the walls of which the knights of the Teutonic Order lived.

The coastal region, Western Pomerania, is a popular destination summer holidays. sea coast dotted with small towns that summer season become animated seaside resorts. Some cities are located on the island of Wolin, whose main attraction are sandy beaches. City Szczecin considered the capital of this region. He is famous for his historical monuments and buildings. The southern part of the region is dominated by lakes that are more popular than those of Masuria.

Located in the western part of Poland, Greater Poland is known as the progenitor of the Polish state, where the first two seats of Polish rulers are located. Gniezno And Poznan. For this reason, these places are strewn with interesting historical sights that date back to the Middle Ages. There are also a few smaller towns such as Rogalin, Kornik and Lednica that also deserve a visit.

Lubusz Voivodeship is located along the western border of Poland. This region is known for its numerous forests and lakes. There are two major cities in the voivodeship: Gorzow Wielkopolski And Zielona Gora. Also, don't forget these picturesque cities like Kozhukhov, Zhara and Zhagan.

Located in the north-central part of Poland Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship. There are two main cities worth visiting in this part of Poland - Bygdosch And Torun. The former is a lively center of trade with picturesque historical barns, while the latter is considered the most beautiful city in Poland, a gem gothic architecture and the birthplace of the great Nicolaus Copernicus.

The territory of Warmia and Masuria is in fact a region of two historical provinces united in a single region due to their proximity to each other. Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship is located in northern Poland, close to the border with Russia and east of the Lower Vistula River. Masuria is a paradise for sailors, nicknamed the Land of a Thousand Lakes. Once here, you can find many historical sights dating back to the times of the Crusaders, Prussian rule and World War II. Warmia is famous for its architecture, which is easiest to explore in Olsztyn, Frombork, Ornet and Lidzbark.

The Podlaskie Voivodeship is located in the northeastern part of Poland. This rural and least developed region, with small towns and underdeveloped roads and railways, includes a vast area of forests, plains and lakes. by the most popular destination here it is considered Belovezhsky national park . The main city of this region of Poland is Bialystok- quite an attractive city. Also on the territory of the voivodship there are several charming small towns such as Tykocin, Grabarka and Drohiczyn.

Mazovia is the most major region Poland, located in the center of the country. Masovian Voivodeship is home to the capital and largest city of Poland -. Also, Mazovia is the home of the most famous Polish composer, Frederic Chopin, who is believed to have drawn inspiration from the local nature and folklore. The region has several pleasant towns for a day trip while in Warsaw, and a large national park surprisingly close to the capital.

Most central region Poland is the Łódź Voivodeship, which takes its name from its capital Lodz.

The smallest region is Opole Voivodeship, located in the south, along the border with the Czech Republic. Despite its modest size, it has a number of interesting sights. The main one is the capital of the voivodeship opol- small but very beautiful city, which hosts the popular Polish song festival.

Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, which is also called " Province of the Holy Cross, located in the central part of Poland. The region offers many attractions, especially in the mountains, which cover a large area of the voivodship. Besides the mountains, it is worth visiting a small but in its own way a beautiful city Sandomierz.

The Lublin region, located in the eastern part of Poland, adjoins Ukraine and Belarus. Lublin, the capital of the voivodship, is a vibrant university city with a remarkable historic part of the city. The city of Zamość is rightly called the pearl of the Renaissance, it is a city of incomparable beauty. Two national parks are scenic areas of untouched wilderness.

Lesser Poland is the most attractive region of Poland, lying along the southern border, surrounded by Slovakia. Not only historical Krakow, the pearl of Polish cities, attracts the attention of tourists. There are breathtaking mountains along southern edge such as Tatras, Alps, Beskid Sądecki and picturesque Pieniny. There are popular winter resorts, With unofficial capital winter views sports Zakopane. There are two places not far from Krakow, noteworthy each - outstanding salt mines in Wieliczka and the former concentration camp in Auschwitz.

Podkarpackie Voivodeship is territorially located near the border with Ukraine and Slovakia, in the southeastern part of Poland. The capital of the voivodeship is Rzeszow- the largest city of the voivodship and one of the most important cities in Poland.

Resorts of Poland

Polish coast Baltic Sea stretches for 500 km in length and awaits those who like to relax on the shore. Big attraction Baltic coast lies, first of all, in beautiful beaches filled with amber sands.

On the Baltic coast you will find many popular beach resorts in Poland such as Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia and many other small resort towns located in coastal zone. These resorts in Poland function as river ports and as cultural centers, in addition, they provide an opportunity to engage in water sports sports. Baltic beach resorts Poland also creates the perfect atmosphere for horseback riding or cycling.

The Polish city of Gdansk, located in the north of the country, is a port city with a charming historical center cities. Gdynia is modern city, which attracts those who love the sea: boating, viewing or racing yachts and many other activities that have to offer resort town. Sopot is the smallest city located just between Gdansk and Gdynia. Sopot provides opportunities for sports and fun. If you prefer relaxing holiday under the hot sun - Sopot, with their clean sandy beaches, perfect fit.

Founded as a lumberjack village in the 17th century, today Zakopane is a bustling mountain resort in the Tatras and is best known ski resort Poland. Also, Zakopane is the winter capital of Poland and this oldest mountain resort The country offers many winter activities, including skiing, hiking, snowboarding, snowmobiling and the like. Zakopane attracts about 3 million tourists annually. This resort town has the most high altitudes in Poland.

Which resort in Poland to choose?

Excursion rest: , Krakow, Wroclaw, Malbork, Auschwitz.

Beach holidays: Gdansk, Gdynia, Sopot.

Holidays with children: , Gdansk, Gdynia, Sopot, Zakopane.

Many Polish tourist attractions have become world famous and are an absolute must to visit: Gdansk, Krakow, Auschwitz and of course the Tatras.

Poland is one of the oldest countries in Europe, its roots go back to ancient times, and its history goes back more than three thousand years. It is not surprising that its lands still retain the imprint of bygone times: old buildings and buildings, ancient monuments and combines incompatible things: the modern benefits of civilization and the memory of its people, and at the same time manages to keep pace with the times. All Polish cities remember and keep memories of their history, each of which is special.

Cities of Poland

Each of them is beautiful and unique, filled with a unique atmosphere thanks to cobbled streets, squares, parks and museums, untouched nature, a medieval spirit that lives in the architecture of houses. Many of the buildings have been preserved in their original form, something was destroyed by time and wars, restored buildings appeared in their place. Number of cities on this moment is 915. Of these, Warsaw, Krakow, Lodz, Szczecin, Wroclaw, Poznan, Gdansk are considered the largest. Polish cities are the most important advantage of the country, some of them are under the protection of UNESCO as cultural heritage. Many of them are famous for their secrets and unique traditions. The city of Zakopane, for example, is famous for its proximity to the mountains, clean air, spaciousness and magnificence of landscapes. In Elblag, those who wish can admire the huge port. Sosnowiec is famous for the lack of industry within the city, preserving cultural monuments in integrity, Mikołajki is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts.

Krakow is the oldest city

It is considered the oldest city in the country, is the second largest, but not the most important. Once it was for several centuries until in 1596, with a change of power, the center moved to Warsaw, the city that is the capital of the country to this day.

Krakow is the first Polish city that was built on the territory of the country, today it plays the role of the main trading point. On its streets there are many antique shops, on the counters of the markets the works of local skilled artisans and craftsmen are laid out for sale. But the trade does not stop there either, numerous shopaholics constantly come to the city in order to buy in fashionable boutiques of branded clothes and accessories.

Krakow is a center of cultural enrichment, exquisite entertainment, historical treasures with hundreds of monuments and places where you can hide from the bustle of the world and feel the spirit of history.

Center of the country - Warsaw

The city practically rose from the ashes after the events of the Second World War, but this did not stop him from leaving behind a reputation as one of the most popular places Poland. Not all the buildings that have been restored have been preserved in their original form, but still, walking around the city, you will feel that the spirit of history and time is still present in it. Along with exquisite architecture, modernity, which the capital is famous for, fits into the general atmosphere. Today Warsaw is called the city of youth. The rest of the Polish cities cannot boast of such glory, and in the meantime, students come to Warsaw to study, music constantly plays on the streets, clubs, bars and discos work all night long. Many street artists huddle in the squares, ready at any moment to draw you against the background of the main sights of the city, such as the Royal Castle, the column to King Sigismund, the Church of the Holy Cross, the Palace on the Water, cathedrals, the Warsaw Citadel.

City of the North - Gdansk

The Polish city in the delta of the Vistula, the country's longest river, is a scientific and cultural center countries. A large number of tourists come there to see and enjoy the developed areas of science, culture and art with their own eyes. Seaport was built and raised by maritime trade, the wealth arriving by water from other countries allowed it to develop in all directions, practically living in luxury.

Today, the industrial, shipbuilding, food and petrochemical industries are actively developing in the city. The inhabitants of Gdansk are engaged in a rather rare activity - processing amber, which is why it proudly bears the title of world amber capital. Other Polish cities simply do not have such knowledge. Despite the active industry, which, it would seem, should pollute the environment, the city tries to maintain a balance and takes great care in protecting the environment from harmful effects.

Forgotten cities of Poland

Around the middle of the 16th century, the Kingdom of Poland united with the Principality of Lithuania and formed a federation called the Commonwealth, which literally translates as "common cause." Through numerous battles and conquests, the federation expanded in territory, capturing cities and occupying parts of other countries: Russia, Moldova, Ukraine, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Slovakia. During the unrest in Russia, she set her sights on Smolensk, and within five years the city passed into the possession of the new state. It took Russia almost half a century to return the seized lands, during which time the city managed to imbue the Polish culture, its inhabitants got used to the fact that Smolensk is a Polish city, for which they were persecuted by threats and exiles to Siberia.

The myth of the Polish city

There is a city whose name may mislead some people. Of course, we are talking about the city of Yuryev-Polsky, in the name of which there is a clear reference to Poland. However, this is a common misconception. It was never part of the Polish cities, although it was attacked and burned by the Poles in the 17th century, and got its name thanks to its founder, Yuri Dolgoruky. The second part of the name was invented in order to clarify the location of the city. In the Suzdal language, the word "opolye" meant a field, a place by which the location of the city was determined and distinguished from others that had a similar name: Yuryev, Yuryev-Povolsky and others. The city is in Vladimir region and store on its territory architectural monuments, preserved since the time of foundation: St. George's Cathedral, the remains of the Yuryevo-Polsky Kremlin and others.