Located in the north-west of Poland, where the River Odra flows into the Baltic Sea, there is a wonderful town of Szczecin. It was long that many trading routes of Europe were crossed here, thanks to which the city became quite popular among merchants. In addition, this is the historical capital of Western Pomerania, which has a very rich history.
This is also a port city that attracts many tourists.
Many monuments are located on its territory, especially interesting from a tourist point of view, such as the Cathedral of St. Yakuba Apostle, created in the Gothic style, the castle of Pomeranian princes, the Stone House of Family Loyatzev, the wonderful port gate, the town hall building, the Tower of Seven Camping and Other.
It is surprising that at present the castle of Pomeranian princes is also considered to be a cultural center, because there are choral ensembles here, exhibitions of world art are held, international exhibitions and a variety of thematic festivals are organized, as well as exhibitions of historical monuments, which, undoubtedly attracts a large number of travelers and tourists from all countries. The main influx of people comes from Denmark, Sweden and Germany, because the city is located almost at the border itself.
The main attraction of the city is the Szczecin Ducal Castle, in which festivals are also held annually. The city has the oldest cinema in Europe, which was discovered back in 1909. Many tourists hurry here in order to visit the sea festival, because all events in Szczecin are able to give you just unforgettable impressions.
Infrastructure is excellent in the city, because there are chic restaurants and hotels in Szczecin, which fully comply with European standards.
For a long time, it would seem, not a particularly notable Polish city of Szczecin called green paradise, because tourists come here therefore. And everything is due to the fact that the city has a fairly favorable location among Polish terrain. But what to say, because about 400 thousand tourists visit Szczecin every year. This is the center of sailing, because the seaside city always offers a wide variety of active type of rest.
In the urban feature there are forest and lake territories, such as Lake Dzabbe and a beautiful belfure, which conquers tourists with its beauty and integrity. In pursuit of natural beauty and naturalness, you can go for a walk to Casprovitsa Park and clear blond, walking here by the company or alone with you. Casprovitsa Park is distinguished by its solitude and silence, the Vedas is a beautiful place pleases its visitors with an abundance of older trees that fill the air with their aroma.
Tourists prefer walks through the ancient city, where most museums and historical places and structures are concentrated. There are also vintage reconstructed houses, for example, along the streets of Siena and Oziek. The diversity of historical and cultural places in the city is simply amazing, most tourists simply come delight from Szczecin and without tired trying to visit almost all historically valuable places.
To take into account, at least, the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, who was erected in 1124. It's just strikingly as such an ancient construction has been preserved to our time, passing through all wars and battles.
Szczecin differs from the rest of Polish cities with its unshakable, which allows you to carry through the time such monuments and cultural traditions of the city and its population. Considering that every culture left a kind of imprint in the life of the city, all this did not prevent you from preserving the features of the vital activity of precisely the city's indigenous people.
Of course, some traces still remained, without it, this is reflected in the subject of the city's institutions, for example, in the features of restaurants and some cafes, but it is created more for tourists who prefer a variety wherever they are. So, on the territory of Szczecin there are dishes of Indian cuisine, Chinese, Asian, Mexican and others.
There are funny pubs with good drinks and excellent bars, in which it is simply impossible to be in a bad mood. They assume fun and a lot of pleasures, as well as a pleasant setting and excellent quality snacks and drinks. For example, a brother jazz café, which is located in the amazing royal gates, which were built in 1725-1727. Beautiful decor, modern interior, tasty beer, Italian menu. At night, the cafe turns into a nightclub, which will no longer be silence and dimension.
Well, be sure to try delicacies and the sizes of the local Szczecin and Polish cuisine, which is distinguished by its diversity and interesting taste qualities of cooked dishes. Do not refuse vodka and emphasis, as well as from our own varieties of light and dark beer, which is brewed in Szczecin brewery.
For lovers of shopping, it is worth noting a large number of shopping cents in Szczecin, in which there are simply a huge variety of products, from socks, to room plants. The largest is considered to be Centrum Handlowe Galaxy, which is right in the city center, and is the most visited not only among tourists, but also among the locals. It is also worth paying attention to such shopping centers as Tesco, Carrefour, as well as CH STER, located in the area, which is closer to the Polish-German border.
When buying products from glass and crystal, it is necessary to pay attention to IRENA products, which are famous for the excellent quality of crystal and glass products. You can go shopping and to the market. Here you can experience the whole atmosphere of Szczecin and buy rare and, often, unique things. The market sells fresh honey, cottage cheese, fruits and vegetables, vintage toys, as well as products of folk crafts. At the corner of the Yaggeelonian and heroes Warsaw, be sure to visit the POLMOS shop, in which you will find a lot of interesting.
As you already understood, Szczecin is worthy of visiting, he does not leave anyone indifferent to his culture and traditionality.