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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Katowice: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Katowice
- Katowice's rapid growth as a mining city in the nineteenth century was fueled by its abundant coal seams.
- The ródmiecie district's plush tenement houses were all financed by this new wealth.
- But there are also pioneering worker settlements like Nikiszowiec and Giszowiec, which provided a high quality of life for miners and their families and are still operational today.
- Meanwhile, the Silesian Museum has been transformed from a former colliery, with galleries built into old mining tunnels.
- Katowice's and Upper Silesia's political history is incredibly complicated, involving uprisings, a plebiscite, and an autonomous state within Poland.
- Fortunately, museums and monuments fill in the gaps, and Katowice is home to a plethora of architectural marvels, ranging from a hulking Neoclassical cathedral to Spodek, a 1970s-style UFO-like arena.
- Katowice, the capital of Poland's Silesian province, is known for its industrial past as well as its vibrant art scene.
- Capital: Katowice
- International Airport: Katowice Airport (KTW)
- Population: 300,000
- Currency: Polish zloty
- Time: GMT/UTC + 01:00 hour
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: Silesian
- Religion: Roman Catholics
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Katowice
- The Silesian Museum is a massive headframe that sat idle for nearly 180 years after the Katowice colliery around it closed in 1999.
- From the time it was completed in 1918 until it was absorbed by Katowice in 1951, Nikiszowiec was a separate, self-contained city.
- The museum's headquarters, as well as the majority of its departments, are located on Ulica Szafranka in a tenement house built in 1908.
- If you're in the heart of Katowice, Kociuszko Park is the most convenient green space, having grown from six hectares when it opened in 1888 to more than 72 today.
- Ulica Mariacka is Katowice's main nightlife thoroughfare, leading to St Mary's Church's bold tower, which we'll visit next.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Katowice
- The best time to visit Katowice, Poland, is from June to August, when the weather is pleasant and rainfall is limited to a minimum.
- Katowice experiences the highest average temperature of 25°C in August and the lowest average temperature of 0°C in January.
- The oceanic climate prevails in Katowice. You can find a quick overview below if you want to know what the average temperature in Katowice is or when the most precipitation (rain or snow) falls.
- The month of January is the coldest of the year.
- May, June, and July are the wettest months.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Katowice
Silesian Museum
- As you approach the Silesian Museum from afar, the first thing you'll notice is the massive headframe that had been idle since the Katowice colliery around it closed in 1999 after nearly 180 years.
- In the summer, the tower now has an observation platform.
- The mine's headframe isn't the only part that's been transformed; four levels of subterranean tunnels below have been transformed into galleries for art, photography, ethnography, archaeology, and more.
- All of the exhibitions have been moved underground to avoid interfering with Silesia's post-industrial landscape, and daylight filters into the galleries through glass cubes on the surface.
- It doesn't matter what's on display in a museum like this; however, the exhibition of Polish art from 1800 to 1945 includes eminent names like Jan Matejko, Piotr Michaowski, and Józef Chemoski.
Nikiszowiec
- A superb piece of Polish national heritage, an intact city district for 8,000 people built for miners at the Giesche colliery, is just a few minutes on foot or a short bus ride from the center of Katowice.
- From the time it was completed in 1918 until it was absorbed by Katowice in 1951, Nikiszowiec was a separate, self-contained city.
- The settlement was made up of interconnected houses, each with 12 apartments and arcades on the ground floor.
- There were a total of 1,000 apartments in the beautiful brick buildings, which were close to shops, a police station, bakeries, a swimming pool, a hotel, a school, and a church.
- The settlement, which is a popular filming location, looks almost exactly like it did a century ago, with a few specialty shops and cafes tucked into the arcades.
Museum of the History of Katowice
- The museum's headquarters, as well as the majority of its departments, are located on Ulica Szafranka in a tenement house built in 1908.
- If you had to choose one setting to represent Katowice, this would be it, as the city was growing at a breakneck pace at the time.
- The permanent exhibition takes you on a tour of two apartments, one for a wealthy industrialist family and the other for a member of the new bourgeoisie who is moderately well-off.
- Both are furnished with period furniture, personal items, and appliances, and are decorated in period fashion.
- Another exhibition takes you on a journey through Katowice's history, from its humble beginnings as a small village in the 1200s to the factories of the twentieth century.
- One of Poland's most renowned artists, Stanisaw Ignacy Witkiewicz, is represented in the art collection, which houses a complete set of his pastel drawings in a single museum.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Katowice Off the Beaten Track
Silesian Insurgents’ Monument
- This massive monument to the people who took part in the three Silesian Uprisings in 1919, 1920, and 1921 is one sight that will help you get a sense of place.
- The goal was to compel Upper Silesia to join the newly formed Polish state following the Treaty of Versailles.
- Poles made up 60% of Upper Silesia's population and rebelled three times, fighting German armed forces while campaigning for a plebiscite, which was held in 1921.
- The monument, which stands at a maximum height of 41 meters and weighs 61 tons, was unveiled in 1967. It is made up of 350 individual parts and stands at a maximum height of 41 meters.
- Each of the uprisings is represented by a wing, with details of the individual battles etched on the slopes beneath.
Cathedral of Christ the King
- The construction of this massive archcathedral, Poland's largest, began in 1927 and was halted by World War II.
- Its powerful neoclassical architecture is epitomized by a 40-metre-high dome and an awe-inspiring portico, and it was finally completed in 1955.
- Despite its classical lines, it is a thoroughly modern structure, with a reinforced concrete structure clad in dolomite extracted from nearby Imielin quarries.
- Stanisaw Pkalski painted the stained glass, and Mieczysaw Król, a single man, created all of the fittings in 1973.
- The three Silesian Bishops are buried in the crypt, and a coal altar to St Barbara, patron saint of miners, stands on the left side of the nave, commemorating those who died in Silesia's mines.
Ulica Mariacka (St Mary’s Street)
- The pedestrianised Ulica Mariacka in Katowice's central ródmiecie district is the city's main nightlife artery, leading to the bold tower of St Mary's Church, which we'll visit next.
- The street was only made pedestrian-friendly in 2008, and in 2011, a row of 30 cherry tree saplings were planted along the path, providing some spring color.
- Almost 20 taverns, as well as numerous restaurants, bistros, and nightclubs, are crammed into a few hundred meters.
- When cars were banned in 2009, the city invested in sprucing up the facades along the route, which range from Neo-Gothic near the church on the east end to Art Deco on the west end.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Katowice Culture and Traditions
- Katowice, the capital of Poland's Silesia region, has evolved from a coal and steel town to a thriving center of business and culture in the last decade.
- Its Culture Zone features unique architectural pearls and hosts major European and international music, cultural, and business events.
- A stroll through the Zone provides plenty of high-quality entertainment, ranging from jazz and electro music to an unusual pairing of a symphony orchestra with, say, Czech folk singer Jaromr Nohavica at the stunning Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra (NOSPR) building.
- However, one of the goals of holding all of these events here in Silesia is to change this perception and present Katowice as a model for smart, green transformation.
- The Spodek Sport and Show Arena, a real architectural pearl, is supposed to be the perfect showcase for this change, with the Culture Zone, a modern conference and culture district fused with green areas (and a huge parking lot).
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Katowice: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Tatiana
#Food
- Tatiana is a restaurant that combines Polish and European cuisines.
- Tatiana is known for its excellent service and elegantly presented food, and it serves both traditional and unique dishes.
- Lamb knuckle stewed in Polish vegetables, homemade Russian dumplings stuffed with potatoes and cottage cheese served with stir-fried onions, and the 'Tatiana' steak served with roasted potatoes and shallots and topped with fried foie gras are just a few of the dishes on the menu.
- It's in the heart of the city, on the old market square, and has a summer garden for those who want to eat while taking in the sights of Katowice's past.
Zaklęty Czardiasz
#Food
- From main courses to desserts, this restaurant specializes in Hungarian cuisine.
- The famous goulash with various additions such as red pepper and fried cabbage is among the Hungarian dishes available.
- The desserts range from spicy to fragrant, and the burning pancake is one of them.
- There are five different rooms in the restaurant, as well as a lovely summer garden and a small front garden.
- All of them are tastefully decorated in a traditional style.
Mad Mick
#Food
- Mad Mick is the place to go in Katowice if you like hamburgers. Mad Mick, dubbed the "best hamburger place in town," serves a variety of burgers.
- The French burger and the Mad Mick Burger, both with beef, double cheese, nachos, pickles, and pepperoni, are two of them.
- You can also specify how fried you want your burger to be.
- Mad Mick is worth a visit because of the excellent meat, wide selection of sauces, and international culinary traditions.
- On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant is open until 2 a.m., making it possible to visit late at night.
Galeria Katowicka
#Fashion
- Galeria Katowicka, another popular shopping center, is not far from the railway station. This is, by far, the most popular shopping center among tourists.
- Galeria Katowicka caters to tourists in a variety of ways, making it a good place to buy souvenirs, clothing, and cosmetics made by local manufacturers.
- The shopping center is reasonably priced because it primarily sells Polish-made goods.
- Women should pay attention to stores that sell underwear and cosmetics, while men will enjoy visiting electronics stores.
Rawa Park shopping center
#Fashion
- Rawa Park Shopping Center is a fun place to visit.
- It also sells beautiful national-style souvenirs and items.
- Travellerss may find it interesting to look for handcrafted clothing and accessories, as well as appealing clothing and home textiles made from natural materials.
- Popular national delicacies are available in a number of food shops.
Supersam
#Fashion
- Supersam is a new shopping center that caters to men and women alike.
- Ladies will enjoy visiting the many clothing stores with reasonable prices, while gentlemen will be impressed by the variety of items available in Hobby4Men.
- The shopping center is small, and the majority of its customers are locals.
Aquapark Wroclaw
#Fun
- With its swimming pools and water slides, as well as spa areas with saunas and massage services, Aquapark Wroclaw provides a welcome break from the city's historical and cultural attractions.
- At a fitness center or a competition pool, get your adrenaline pumping.
- A wave pool, lazy river, baby bay, and a children's zone with a paddling pool, pirate ship, and water cannons are also available at the park.
- Take a look at a multimedia slide with lights and music.
- Clothing is not required in the sauna area, which includes a hot-stone room, a steam room, and several Finnish saunas.
- A restaurant, a cafe, a bar, and a shop are among the amenities.
Aqua Park Zakopane
#Fun
- Swim in a geothermal pool with a view of the highest Polish mountains, including the famous Mountain Giewont, at Aqua Park Zakopane.
- A sports pool, a recreation pool with hydro water jets, slides, cascades, an underwater lounger, and a paddling pool are all available at the park.
- Examine the wild river, which is meant to resemble a fast-flowing mountain stream with many curves and a strong current.
- Relax with a hydro massage or in the hot tubs and saunas. If you don't bring your own towels, you'll have to pay to use one.
- A sea-water hot tub, restaurant, and diving classes for children and adults are also available.
Aqua Park Sopot
#Fun
- Aqua Park Sopot, a modern indoor and outdoor water park that caters to both children and adults, is a great place to cool off.
- Climbing through the playground in a shallow swimming pool with water features and a slide will be a hit with the kids.
- Adults can unwind in the whirlpools, hydro massages, and the lazy river that runs between the building's interior and exterior.
- On request, family changing rooms are available.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Katowice: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The Las Murckowski nature reserve is part of a large forest complex that spans Katowice, Tychy, and Mysowice in the south. The slopes of Wzgórze Wandy [Wanda hill], brooks, and an ancient beech forest are among the reserve's landscape advantages. It also serves as a home to a variety of mammals and birds.
- Despite its location within the city limits of Katowice, it is a valuable natural area. This botanical reserve is one of the few places in Poland where you can see the rare mountain plant twisted-stalk, also known as watermelon berry (Streptopus amplexifolius).
- Park Kociuszki is ideal for those who live in the city center and want to take a walk after work to enjoy the sunshine and greenery.
- Park Leny is a forest area that stretches from Katowice's center to its southern borders. It includes Dolina Trzech Stawów [Three Ponds Valley], a summertime favorite of all Katowice residents.
- Silesian Park is one of Europe's largest urban parks! Officially, it is part of Chorzów, but it is close to Katowice and is frequently visited by its residents. It's simple to find.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Katowice Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Around the world, New Year's Eve is greeted with great excitement and enthusiasm. People come together in Poland, too, to organize exciting events, family gatherings, and parties, among other things.
- Easter celebrations in Poland begin about a week or ten days before Easter Sunday and end on Easter Monday. Easter celebrations are defined by the preparation and purchase of various handicrafts.
- Juwenalia is a Polish term for an annual holiday given to Polish students in higher education. It all began in Krakow in the 15th century.
- The Baltic Days of Jewish Culture began in June 1999 with the goal of instilling Jewish values and preserving Hebrew culture through Hebrew music, Hebrew literature, and Hebrew poetry, among other things. Artwork created in Hebrew.
- Wianki is an ancient festival that dates back to the time before Christ. It is thought that people began to celebrate Wianki to commemorate the summer solstice in ancient times.
- The Zielona Gora Wine Festival celebrates the harvesting of grapes from local vineyards and transporting them to breweries to be turned into wine.
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