Gdynia

Gdynia

Gdynia lies on the smile-wide Gulf of Gdansk, an area Poles consider to be their Riviera, with gorgeous silky-sand beaches and sweeping dunes. Nearby is bustling Gdansk, a thriving city symbolizing modern Polands democratic and economic revival. In Gdansks gothic quarter, see medieval churches and 13-century Oliwa Cathedral.

Attractions

Whoever wishes to experience the charm and the beauty of Gdynia is best advised to walk up the Kamienna Góra Hill (54 meters above the sea level ). The place commands a marvelous view of the whole city, the wooded hills, the port and the boundless sea. It is one of the most beautiful and first- rate landscapes in Poland.

Activities

Those who are fond of painting or other belle arts will find more than a dozen of small art - galleries in the city. The D. Baduszkowa Music Theatre is one of the biggest and the most important music concert halls in Poland. Its repertoire ranges from world - famous musicals ( Jesus Christ Superstar, Hair, Les Miserables, Scrooge ) to works of renowned local composers.

Shopping

Shopping in Gdynia may be fun for two obvious reasons: for one thing wares are offered at different prices affordable to different pockets ( boutique prices will differ considerably from those offered in well - stocked and cheap supermarkets to which you arrive in cost-free buses). Secondly, Gdynia is a comfortable and not too big a city, with a modern and properly designed communications network. You can never loose your way here.

Food

Everyone will find something tasty in the city's ever more numerous and sophisticated restaurants. It is worthwhile to pop in to any one of the elegant and elaborate restaurants on the culinary track: eg. Marco Polo, La Gondola, Versus, W ogrodach, Taj Mahal, Rodizjo, Morskie Oko, Polonia and Viking II - a restaurant on a sailing boat open only in summer). You can go the vegetarian way in one of the inexpensive yet delicious Green Way restaurants. Vegetarian needs will be catered to in any one of the city's restaurants. For those whose top priority is time there are three McDonald's available

Currency

The currency in Poland is the zloty (PLN)

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