The giant statue and its model solar system honor the native Pole who declared that the Earth revolves around the Sun.

A memorial to the beloved brown bear that served in the Polish army during World War II.

A delightful museum entirely dedicated to the tiny homes of dolls.

This towering statue of Jesus provided internet to the surrounding area.

The Polish capital has had a deep connection to its guardian mermaid for almost a millennium now.

Old cabin-like homes in a rural community untouched by time are known for their vibrant and colorful window shutters.

The manor house where the Polish composer spent childhood summer holidays is now a museum and concert hall.

This imposing 20th-century castle was abandoned before it was ever completed.

This centuries-old wooden wonder was built in less than a year and is one of Europe's largest timber-framed churches.

This hidden collection of everyday objects illustrates life within communist Poland.

A collection of old neon signs from all over Poland line a secluded courtyard.

The largest toy museum in Poland showcases Europe's history of childhood.

This antique thermometer honors the creator of the first universal temperature scale.

A menacing statue of this mythical creature can be seen at the legendary site of the monster's lair.

Poland's oldest salt mine has nearly everything one needs to live underground forever.

St. Mary's features one of the most spectacularly decorated cathedral interiors in all of Europe.

A statue honors the children who fought Nazis in Poland.

What was once an underground Nazi city is now Europe's largest bat reserve.

A haunting deserted hotel is a favorite with artists and photographers.

The traditional Polish croissant, folded 81 times into the shape of a horseshoe, is a legally protected cultural treat.

A tribute to the Polish insurgents who fought in the failed attempt to end their city's Nazi occupation.

The silly symbol for an underground protest group is now scattered around the city.

A national collection of Communist-era musical posters.

Once a giant gingerbread factory, this space now hosts exhibits and workshops on the historic treat.