Warsaw's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a charming blend of history and modernity, offering vibrant markets, historic architecture, and lively cafes.
Also known as: Aldstadt · Casco Viejo
Currency
PLN (zł)
Best time to visit
April to October
Languages
Polish
Coordinates
52.237°, 21.018°
Key facts
1Old Town was meticulously rebuilt after WWII using historical paintings and prints as references
2The Market Square (Rynek Starego Miasta) is one of the largest medieval market squares in Europe
3The Barbican and city walls are the only remaining parts of the old defensive walls
Timeline
13th century: First written mention of Warsaw
1526: Warsaw becomes the capital of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth
1944: Old Town almost entirely destroyed during World War II
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