Poland is a country that has been through so much over the last couple of hundred years (as compared to Australia's measly 200) that it still astounds me how much life and vitality this eastern block land has.
We started off our Polish adventure in Krakow, after one of the most scenic drives i've ever been on- from Budapest through Slovenia. We'd heard some great things about this southern city, though I still didn't really know what to expect.
The first thing you notice is how modern it is, while still maintaining its almost medieval, country feel (if that makes sense at all!). A beautiful market square, the stunning Wawel Castle and the Jewish quarter keeps the history alive, while the tram network and ever emerging fashion labels take this town into the future.
The food here is also great and soo cheap! Pierogie will be something i hope to attempt at home!
As a bit of a history nerd, my visit would not have been complete without a trip to the heartbreaking grounds of Auschwitz. The expanse of the area, especially Birkenau, was shocking as you transported yourself into the minds of those who suffered here.
Eerie, depressing and moving, but a much for anyone who has the opportunity.
On a lighter note, we're off gnome hunting in Wroclaw!
vodka borchst & tears in chapel do a wicked pierogi taz!!! almost as good as the real deal :)
ReplyDeleteare you going to warsaw?
theres an awesome vegetarian cafe thing that does wicked cheap food - amazing burritos and stuff - i practically lived there when i lived in poland!!! looks like you're having a ball love keepingup to date onthe blog xxxx we missed you at cha last week!