| Author: | Douglas Thompson | ISBN: | 1230000038535 |
| Publisher: | KWL | Publication: | December 15, 2012 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Douglas Thompson |
| ISBN: | 1230000038535 |
| Publisher: | KWL |
| Publication: | December 15, 2012 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
Our illustrated travel guide will take you to the beautiful port/city of Gdańsk, Poland.
Gdańsk (also known by its German name Danzig) along with nearby Sopot and Gdynia are often referred to as the Tricity area with Gdańsk being considered the most beautiful city on the Baltic Sea, having a rich and magnificent architecture.
Its position on the Baltic has historically made Gdańsk one of the most important port cities in Northern Europe, and tragically also the scene of a rather disturbing past.
World War II was ignited by a dispute over the control of the city. By the end of the war the city lay almost completely in ruins. Although most of the old buildings were damaged or destroyed in WWII, they have been painstakingly restored or rebuilt.
In modern history, Gdańsk is known as the birthplace of Solidarity, the labor and democracy movement that helped to bring down the Communist government in Poland, and subsequently marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War. The movement was led by the charismatic leader, Lech Wałęsa, who became Poland's first post-Communist president.
Do not be fooled by the fact that Gdańsk is famous for its shipyards, as it is a beautiful city with a charm of its own.
Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.
Contents:
Welcome To Gdansk
Overview
Tourist information
Tourist Card
Arrivals
By plane
By train
By car
By bus
By boat
Local Transportation
Trams and buses
By hire car
Sightseeing Highlights
Old Town
Religious buildings
Other
Museums
Fun Activities
Shopping Highlights
Dining Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Bars
Accommodation Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Safety & Security
Local & Day Trips
Our illustrated travel guide will take you to the beautiful port/city of Gdańsk, Poland.
Gdańsk (also known by its German name Danzig) along with nearby Sopot and Gdynia are often referred to as the Tricity area with Gdańsk being considered the most beautiful city on the Baltic Sea, having a rich and magnificent architecture.
Its position on the Baltic has historically made Gdańsk one of the most important port cities in Northern Europe, and tragically also the scene of a rather disturbing past.
World War II was ignited by a dispute over the control of the city. By the end of the war the city lay almost completely in ruins. Although most of the old buildings were damaged or destroyed in WWII, they have been painstakingly restored or rebuilt.
In modern history, Gdańsk is known as the birthplace of Solidarity, the labor and democracy movement that helped to bring down the Communist government in Poland, and subsequently marked the beginning of the end of the Cold War. The movement was led by the charismatic leader, Lech Wałęsa, who became Poland's first post-Communist president.
Do not be fooled by the fact that Gdańsk is famous for its shipyards, as it is a beautiful city with a charm of its own.
Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.
Contents:
Welcome To Gdansk
Overview
Tourist information
Tourist Card
Arrivals
By plane
By train
By car
By bus
By boat
Local Transportation
Trams and buses
By hire car
Sightseeing Highlights
Old Town
Religious buildings
Other
Museums
Fun Activities
Shopping Highlights
Dining Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Bars
Accommodation Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Safety & Security
Local & Day Trips
