Are you interested in European culture and travel? Do you like travelling to Polish cities and learn about Poland’s history? Do you like fishing and bay area sites? Well, Gdansk, Poland, is your vacation destination.
Gdansk is located on the southern portion of Gdansk Bay near the Baltic Sea. The city is located in northern Poland. Gdansk has a lot of rich history in the city. The founding dates back to the seventh century. Most famously, Gdansk was a part of Nazi Germany until World War II. After World War II, Gdansk became incorporated under the Polish People’s Republic. Later, in 1989, Gdansk was incorporated into the Republic of Poland.
Throughout the year, Gdansk is cool and has a lot of precipitation. The average high temperature is in the seventies in July. However, you should bring an umbrella, and wear jean pants and a long sleeve shirt if you are planning to go to Gdansk.
Gdansk is an area known for its shipping and travel points of interest. Some of the city’s main sights are located along the Royal Way. Neptune’s Fountain is located in the center of Long Market. The fountain is over three hundred years old. There are many historic churches in Gdansk. One is named the Royal Chapel of the Polish King -- John III Sobieski was constructed by Tylman Gamerski between 1678 and 1681. If you are an art lover, you can go to the National Museum in Gdansk. The museum is over forty years old and has ancient, modern, photography, and traditional art. The Last Judgement by Hans Memling is located in the Department of Ancient Art gallery.
If you are arriving to Gdansk by plane, you will stop at the Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport. The airport has a hotel, as well. The airport has shops for you to buy gifts, food and other services. You can rent a car at the Gdansk airport. All you have to have is a valid driver’s license, a passport, and a valid visa.