St. Adalbert’s Day celebrations in Gniezno April 23rd
Saint Adalbert is the patron of Poland. He was a bishop and missionary. The feast of Saint Adalbert is celebrated on April 23. St. Wojciech (his Polish name) is portrayed in the images as a bishop, with a crosier. He is a crucial character to understand the beginnings of the Polish state.
EASTER FAIR IN POZNAN
Undoubtedly, there is no better place to feel the Easter spirit than Poznań Easter Market. Despite the renovation of the Old Market Square (Stary Rynek), where the event had been held in the previous years, the Easter Fair will take place like it does every year, but with a subtle change.
A tale on a wall – the famous mural in Śródka, Poznań
There’s no better time to wander around Poznań in Greater Poland than the beginning of spring. Warm rays of sunshine encourage tourists and residents alike to enjoy their time outside by taking a walk. In that case, a stroll down the Śródka district is highly recommendable.
Run for it! A half marathon through the districts of Poznań
We live in a digital era. The Internet and high-tech devices have taken over our lives without a doubt. Keeping our bodies and minds healthy and in check has become a challenge. It is becoming more and more difficult for us to engage in activates requiring effort which strains us physically. Nonetheless, the citizens of Poznań somehow find the strength to push themselves to their limits every year.
Bidding winter farewell in Gniezno, Greater Poland
fot.: Józef Burszta / wikimedia commons Fot. Archiwum Polska Times
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