Visit the Tatra Mountains from Poland

Poland has been blessed with immense natural resources, one of its biggest attractions is the spectacular views of Tatra mountains which is the highest mountains in this part of Europe.

⛰ The Tatra Mountains stretches from Slovakia into Romania via Hungary, Poland and Ukraine, of which about 180 square kilometers lie within Poland are called the Tatra National Park that is the highest Polish mountain range in the Carpathian Mountains.

? Tatra National Park is located in southern Poland, in the Małopolska region, right on the border with Slovakia. As a biosphere reserve designated by UNESCO in 1992, Tatra National Park boasts thousands of plant species and is a natural habitat of endemic animal species, such as the Tatra chamois, marmot, bear, lynx, wildcat and wolf. In addition to the rich and varied flora and fauna, the peculiar geological landscape construction also makes it an ideal destination for photographers.

?  Visitors could first head to the city of Zakopane, which is the closest and popular settlement under the Tatra Mountains. As a gateway to the national park, Zakopane is also an attractive city for visiting and staying, it would be a wonderful experience for you to live in lovely chalets, to taste traditional Highland cuisines and shopping for traditional leather Highland shoes and socks.

All the best places to visit in Tatra Mountains！

?  Enjoy spectacular views at the peak of Kasprowy Wierch

Kasprowy Wierch (1987 m asl) is a must-visit attraction in the Tatra Mountains because there is a cable railway from Kuźnice to the very peak of the mountain. the whole trip runs through the area of the Tatra National Park and it only takes about 15 minutes. Once you arrive at the peak, you could directly climb to the meteorological observatory which is the highest-located building in Poland. At a height of almost 2,000 m above sea level, you can admire the breathtaking panorama of the High Tatras over the Slovakian side and overlook the peaks of the Polish High Tatra mountains and the whole of Podhale region.

?  Discover the largest lake in the Tatra Mountains

Morskie Oko lake, which means “Eye of the Sea” in English, is the largest lake in the Tatra Mountains. Gaze into Lake Morskie Oko and admire the reflection of the highest polish peak (Rysy, reaching 2,503 m) on the surface. This blue-green alpine lake is truly a wonder of nature, which is formed during the sculpting processes of the last ice age, in which you can easily find trout through the clear water.

?  Hiking to Five Lakes Valley

As its name suggests, there is 5 lakes located in the Valley, including one of the deepest Tatra lake – Wielki Staw Polski (The Great Polish Lake). Five Lakes Valley has lots of hiking trails with the most beautiful scenery, which is perfect for families with children to visit in the summer time. On your way to Five Lakes Valley, you can find the largest waterfall in Poland – The Siklawa, which is about 65 meters high. If you get tired, Five Lakes Valley mountain hut would be a perfect place for you to take a rest and meet lots of interesting people. They also provide delicious food to help keep your energy up and relieve fatigue. Don’t forget to stop by here.

? Stroll around the Krupowki Street

Krupowki Street is the most popular street In Zakopane, where there is a peculiar market of the city and its central point. Walking along the street you can find many traditional highlander items to buy, such as clothes and souvenirs, but also some traditional snacks to eat. In addition, there is many cultural activities you can join in, like the most famous International Festival of Highland Folklore which is held in the second half of August. During the festival, highlanders from all over the world get together here, the whole town is filled with lively music and dancing.

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Warsaw Uprising Run

You might see some movies about Warsaw Uprising, but do you know there’s an awesome anniversary event in Warsaw as well, which is to honor the Warsaw insurgents and heroic people fighting for their capital in 1944.

?‍♀️ Every year on July 27th, thousands of runners come together to honor the memory of Warsaw Uprising by completing a 10 km or 5 km running race in Warsaw. Last year was the 29th time, more than 13,000 people participated in the race to commemorate the efforts of thousands of people who stood up against the Nazi German occupiers. While due to the ongoing epidemic, a virtual run will replace the outdoor activities hold in Warsaw this year, which is an event “for new times”.

? It also means that everyone around the world could take part in the race, which will be held on the last weekend of July. There is also an optional package for participators including a commemorative medal, a pin and a band for commemoration purposes.

? Warsaw is a city full of life, you can find lots of activities here, such as biking along the Vistula river, making polish dumplings, enjoying Chopin Concert, or more adventurous activities like indoor skydiving and Bungee jumping.

? Check out our Warsaw City Break to make the best of your time in Warsaw.

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Visit famous film locations in Poland

Did you know that there are many famous movies shot in Poland? ?

1.The Chronicles of Narnia

The Chronicles of Narnia series of films is based on novels, which tells an adventure story in the world of Narnia. Some scenes in The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) and Prince Caspian (2008) were filmed in the Stolowe Mountains and the Bledne Skaly labyrinth. The shooting was filmed at Dunajec River Valley, Siemianowka Lake and the Tatra Mountains. 

2. Schindler’s List

As one of the most famous movies of the ’90s, “Schindler’s List” tells the story that a German businessman Oskar Schindler manages to save Jews by employing them in his factories in Nazi-occupied Poland. It was shot in a variety of locations, Krakow provides many impressive locations for war and occupation scenes such as Oscar Schindler’s Factory, the Main Square in Krakow, Krakow Glowny Railway station and the old Jewish quarter Kazimierz. Nowadays, these locations have become an integral part of Krakow’s tourism.

3. The Pianist

Based on the autobiographical novel of Holocaust survivor, “the pianist” recreates the tragic historical scene seen through the eyes of a Polish-Jewish musician struggling to survive in the Jewish ghetto of Warsaw. The film was shot mostly around Warsaw which is the capital of Poland, including the Saski Hotel in Warsaw, Krakowskie Przedmiescie Street, Zabkowska and Stalowa Streets in Praga District.

4. Ida

Ida is the first Polish movie to win the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, which tells about a young woman about to take her vows as a Catholic nun uncovers a family secret. It was shot in various places in Poland, including the city of Łódź which was designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Film in 2017.

5. Out of Reach

Out of Reach is an American action film, it’s about a former covert agent trying to resume his friend, a 13 years old orphan from Poland. The film was shot in Warsaw, there are many must-see attractions used for scenes from the film including the Palace of Science and Culture, University of Warsaw Library, Warsaw Old Town and Warsaw University of Technology.

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