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The battle of Grunwald

Agi — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:01:18 +0000

The Battle of Grunwald was one of the greatest battles of medieval Europe. On 15 July 1410, Polish and Lithuanian armies (supported by Rusyns, Czech, Moldovans and Tartars) opposing the Teutonic Order with knights from all over Europe. On that day, about 50,000 men arrived at the battlefield.

The re-enactment of the battle takes place every year. This unique historical performance is carried out with participation of knights from Poland, Germany, Italy, France, Finland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine and the USA. Almost 1,500 knights!

2010 is a special year, since mid-July marks the 600th anniversary of the victory of the Polish and Lithuanian armies over the Teutonic Order. Hurry up, you still have chance to see it

Agnieshka, Poland

Other side of the city

Kasia — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:11:12 +0000

Not everyone knows, that in crowded London you can find such lovely harbours and quiet corners. You just have to swerve from the tourist trail to discover the other side of the city. This place I found next to the Tower of London.

Kasia, Poland

Weihnachtsmarkt

Kasia — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:02:48 +0000

A traditional Christmas Market takes place on a main squares in German cities. Colourful stalls are filled with the typical Christmas decorations, handicrafts and delicious candied fruits.

Kasia, Poland

Madrid Atocha railway station

Kasia — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:58:21 +0000

Estación de Atocha is the biggest railway station in Madrid. In its interior travellers will find a botanic garden! Who said that waiting for the train has to be boring?

Kasia, Poland

Budapest by night

Kasia — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:47:49 +0000

From the top of Gellert Hill visitors can admire a panoramic view of Budapest. It is worth to climb there by night to see the twinkling lights of the city. According to the legend, witches visited the hill every night and were riding on the back of a human being. To check if its still true visit the capital of Hungary.

Kasia, Poland

Polish dumplings

Kasia — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:19:52 +0000

The traditional polish dumplings can be filled with various stuffing (sweet: strawberries, berries and salty: meat, sauerkraut). My favourite contain white cheese (dry cottage cheese), mashed potato and onion. They are usually topped with fried onion and bacon.

Kasia, Poland

Spicy Spices

Kasia — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:01:49 +0000

In Sousse (Tunisia) you can visit a wonderful old market place- Medina. When you cross its stone walls, you will feel like you have stepped back in time. The Medina is labyrinth of small alley ways lined with stands. It is easy to get lost there. But if you really want to feel the atmosphere of the Medina, get carried away with its scents, colours and exotic flavours.

Kasia, Poland

Walk the line

Kasia — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:43:14 +0000

During the tourism festival in Florence the unusual show took place. One man was walking on a rope suspended over Piazza della Signoria. Emotions were guaranteed.

Kasia, Poland

Notturna di San Giovanni- Marathon in Florence

Kasia — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:16:03 +0000

The “Notturna di San Giovanni” is the traditional night run, one of the oldest road races in Italy, which is organised in occasion of the festivities of the Florence patron- San Giovanni. The marathon was divided into two categories: 10 km for professional runners and the uncompetitive walk for families (4 km). Even the pouring rain couldn’t spoil the sporty atmosphere.

Kasia, Poland

Fairy Tales

Kasia — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:41:52 +0000

Do you believe in magic? Visit Wroclaw, where the streets dwarfs live. Be careful, it’s not so easy to find them. Sometimes is good to look under your feet..

Kasia, Poland