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Poland's Top Sights

Don't Miss These Must-See Sights in Poland

By , About.com Guide

Traveling to any of Poland's cities? These must-see sights are some of Poland's best.

Krakow's Top Sights

Krakow's Cloth HallKerry Kubilius, licesned to About.com

From the Main Market Square to Wawel Castle, Krakow's top sights reawaken Polish history.

Warsaw's Top Sights

Warsaw Royal CastleKerry Kubilius, licensed to About.com

Old Town Warsaw was rebuilt brick by brick to restore it to its former integrity after WWII decimated it. Now, the Royal Castle, churches, and squares welcome visitors who come to pay their respects to this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Gdansk's Top Sights

Banks of the MotlawaKerry Kubilius, licensed to About.com

Gdansk's top sights include a medieval crane that symbolizes this northern city's connection with the sea and a church that offers stupendous views of its old town.

Poland's World Heritage Sites

Wooden Church in Debno, Lesser PolandiStockphoto/KAPA1966

Poland's World Heritage sites are scattered all over the country. Seek them out when you visit nearby destination cities.

The Black Madonna of Czestochowa

Poland's Black MadonnaKerry Kubilius, licensed to About.com

The Black Madonna is the most significant holy relic in Poland and attracts droves of pilgrims to Jasna Gora monastery, where it is housed. Czestochowa is also a major draw for tourists and is sometimes included on group tours of Poland.

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