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Nowy Sącz -

The first place on this list is the great city of Nowy Sącz which is located in the mountains of Southeastern Poland. The city has a very long and unique history, from being one of the prominent cultural centers in the country to being one of the centers of the Protestant Reformation in Poland.

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One of the most prominent sites to see in Nowy Sącz is the old castle ruins that sits on a hill right outside of the city center. Built by Casmir the Great in 1360 CE, the castle was home to many prominent rulers throughout its history until its destruction during the 17th century by the armies of Sweden.

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Another amazing site in Nowy Sącz is the market square, where you not only have the historical Cathedral of St. Casimir and the Gothic House Museum, but you also have the fantastic Restauracja Ratuszowa underneath the town hall building, which offers some of the most fantastic delicacies.

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Stary Sącz -

Next to Nowy Sącz is the older city of Stary Sącz, founded in 1224 by Prince Boleslaw the Chaste, who gave the land the city stands on to his wife, Princess Kinga of the Hungarian Arpad Dynasty. This small town has compelling sites that have yet to garner the attention of other places in Poland.

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Stary Sącz Beaver Pond -

For those who enjoy nature, right in between the two rivers where Stary Sącz sits is the Lemur Rope Park, as well as the recreational Beaver Camp with a big pond for everyone to enjoy!

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Stary Sącz Rynek -

Lastly, there's the historical market square of Stary Sącz that's worth visiting. While it's smaller than the market square in Nowy Sacz, it still has its wonders, including both the Convent of the Poor Clare Sisters Cathedral and the Papal Altar.

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Krosno -

Next up is the city of Krosno, which lies near the eastern border of Poland. It has many wonders, including one of the biggest glass factories in the country, as well as a museum of craft.

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Krosno Cathedral -

One of the most glaring sites to see in Krosno is the two old cathedrals in the center of the city called the Farny Church of the Holy Trinity and the Parish of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Inside the Farny Church of the Holy Trinity is a big gold altar with Jesus in the middle, with a fantastic courtyard outside with a large tower next to it.

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Krosno Castle -

Perhaps one of the most prominent and stunning sites in Krosno is the old ruins of the Kamieniec Castle from the early 14th century. The fortress has a whole museum dedicated to the time period, with medieval equipment put on display. One of the best aspects of the castle is the top of the tower you can climb up to, which gives you the most surreal view of the whole city of Krosno and the surrounding areas.

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Tarnów -

Next up on our list is the city of Tarnów. In close proximity to Krakow, Tarnów is full of its own wonders. One of them is the old red brick townhall building that sits in the middle of the market square. Another is both of the ruins of the ancient Jewish neighborhood and synagogue next to it.

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Very close to the market square and synagogue ruins are three historical churches: the Tarnów Cathedral, the Gothic Revival Church of the Holy Family, and the 15th-century wooden Church of St. Mary. Within the Tarnów Cathedral is a beautiful golden altar, a black altar, and various sculptures from the Renaissance Era. The Gothic Revival Church of the Holy Family is a magnificent structure that features a large tower that one is able to climb to get a view of the whole city.

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Another notable feature of the city of Tarnów is the walkway that extends from both the park and the old Jewish cemetery to the market square. Along the pathway are a variety of lovely restaurants and cafés to enjoy, including the Tramway Cafe, which was made from a tram cart that used to run along the old tramline of the walkway.

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Rybnik -

Within the region of Silesia is the old town of Rybnik, next to the big city of Katowice. One of Rybnik's attractions is its market square, with a beautiful fountain in the middle and lots of bars, clubs, and restaurants, some of which have underground floors and host a variety of food and drinks for everyone to enjoy.

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Rybnik Cathedral -

One of the most glaring sites in Rybnik outside of the market square is Saint Antoni's Basilica, which features two large towers, including one you can climb up for a view of the whole city. Inside the cathedral are three golden altars that each depict Jesus, Mary, and the saints of the Catholic Church.

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One more site in Rybnik to visit is the park, which contains a beautiful fountain, lots of trees, nice walkways, and a whole playground for children to enjoy.

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Solina -

East of the Tatra Mountains and Zakopane lies the magnificent town of Solina, located near the Bieszczady Mountains in the southeast of Poland. The town is not well known among foreigners, but is very popular among locals as a great destination for nature and recreation.

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The two most prominent and jaw-dropping features in the town of Solina are the Solina Dam, the largest dam in Poland, which, incidentally, created the largest lake in the country, Lake Solina. The lake alone attracts thousands of visitors from across Poland, with numerous cruises offered to take tourists across the lake, and a beach for everyone to enjoy as well.

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Solina Park -

Beyond the lake and dam of Solina are the various nature parks people can explore, as well as two theme parks for families to enjoy. What's more, there's also a lookout point that allows you to view the whole lake and city. All in all, Solina is a place one can enjoy all year round.

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Zory -

Next on our list is Zory. A small town situated between Katowice and Rybnik, Zory is filled with an amazing history, great food, and lots of fun activities to enjoy. In the center of the city lies a Renaissance era cathedral.

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Zory Rynek -

The center of Zory features several incredible restaurants, with a beautiful fountain and a 19th-century merry-go-round in the middle. Next to it is an archway that showcases the history of the town, and a pathway to the recreational Cegielnia, which also hosts the great Brine Fountain Tower for everyone to sit inside and relax.

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Zory Museum of Fire -

By far the most impressive site in Zory is the amazing Museum of Fire. The exterior alone sticks out with its shiny copper facade. The museum showcases all types of fires that have been used by humans throughout history.

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Szczecin -

Szczecin is one of the larger cities in Poland, yet doesn't garner the attention of cities such as Poznan or Gdansk from foreigners. This city sits right along the Oder River and borders Germany as such. It's home to many amazing sites, including the old Pomeranian Duke's Castle and a whole set of underground trails that have been part of the city for centuries.

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One of the better sites to see in this wonderful city is Kasprowicz Park, which contains a large emerald lake, a rose garden, a playground for the kids, a few outdoor cafés to sit at, and a theater where bands will play on occasion. The park is in close walking distance to the old town of the city and, in turn, the equally fascinating Zeromski Park.

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The other incredible attractions in Szczecin are both the Museum of Technology and Transport, which features all kinds of vehicles from decades past, and the Karlowicz Philharmonic Hall, which hosts live jazz and orchestra concerts every weekend.

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Sanok -

Our second-to-last entry on this list is the mountain town of Sanok, which is right next to Solina, and with a lot of rich history and nature of its own to see. The market square not only features a fountain and nice restaurants to go to, but it also includes monuments of soldiers who fought in the world wars, along with historical figures.

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Sanok Open-Air Museum -

One of the most amazing sites to see in Sanok is the open-air Rural Architecture Museum. It stands as one of the largest open-air museums in all of Poland, hosting a wide range of wooden houses from 19th- and early 20th-century Polish villages as a means to showcase what rural village life was like for the Polish back in those times. Nearby the museum are a few medieval wooden Orthodox and Catholic churches that people can see as well.

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Sanok Royal Castle Museum -

The best site to see in Sanok is perhaps none other than the royal castle, built during the 16th century by then local governor Mikołaj Wolski, and which was inhabited by monarchs throughout its 500-year-long history. Inside the castle is a medieval armory as well as paintings from the late Zdzisław Beksiński. What's more, there's a beautiful view of the whole city from up top.

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Przemyśl -

The final place featured on this list is none other than the city of Przemyśl. It is the second oldest city in all of Southeastern Poland, featuring some of the most historical buildings and cathedrals in the country and hosting incredible natural scenery.

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Casimir Castle Przemyśl -

Atop the hill right outside of the city center lies the old Casimir Castle, founded by King Casimir the Great in the early 14th century CE. Inside the castle is a museum that features exhibition rooms showcasing the history of those who previously inhabited the castle. Right outside is the old castle courtyard that gives you a view of the entire city.

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Przemyśl Rynek -

The market square of Przemyśl is by far one of the best in all of Poland, featuring one of the largest varieties of restaurants, bars, and clubs to choose from. With it being close to the Polish-Ukrainian border, the city has a lot of Ukrainian influence and quite a few Ukrainian restaurants have opened there as well. Standing in the market square is a statue of a Polish World War II soldier, a large monument dedicated to Pope John Paul II, and behind it two medieval cathedrals, one Polish Roman Catholic and the other Ukrainian Greek Catholic.

Sources: (Stay Poland)

See also: Welcome to Warsaw

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