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Largely undiscovered by
foreign tourists Wroclaw is something of a hidden
gem. Located in South Eastern Poland on the banks of
the river Odra the city has earned the nickname of
the "Venice of Poland" due to the number of bridges
and canals that criss cross the city.
Now a bustling
university town, Wroclaw also boasts a picturesque
Old Town containing some beautifully restored
buildings and facades. The Gothic Town Hall is one
of the finest examples of it's type and boasts an
attractive astronomical clock on it's tower.
Sights not to be
missed are the Aula Leopoldina, a breathtaking
Baroque hall on the first floor of the University;
the Raclawice Panorama painting is a wonderful piece
of art. Commemorating a famous military victory the
this is an enormous cylindrical painting which is
housed in it's own purpose built rotunda. The
painting is rendered almost lifelike by the
intelligent use of lighting and props placed in
front of the canvas giving the painting an almost 3D
effect. Other noteworthy sights are the Japanese
Gardens in Szczytnicki Park and the Market Hall (Hala
Targowa).
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