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DK Poland
Historic cities and ancient castles, diverse landscapes and traditional food - Poland is a country that demands exploration.
Whether you want to wander around fairy-tale Kraków, spy rare bison in Bialowieza Forest, or hike among the snow-capped Tatra Mountains, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Poland has to offer.
Poland is as famed for enchanting Kraków, with its cobbled streets and opulent palaces, as it is for edgy Warsaw, home to high-tech museums and neon-lit bars. But beyond this tale of two cities, there's so much more to discover. Encounter medieval towns, artsy cities and some of Europe's most spectacular landscapes, including wildlife-filled forests, expansive lakes and white-sand Baltic beaches.
Our updated guide brings Poland to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country''s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.
You'll discover:
-our pick of Poland's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-detailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easy
-easy-to-follow itineraries
-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-colour-coded chapters to every part of Poland, from Mazovia to Kraków, Silensia to Gdansk
-a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go
Only visiting Kraków? Try our DK Eyewitness Kraków
Whether you want to wander around fairy-tale Kraków, spy rare bison in Bialowieza Forest, or hike among the snow-capped Tatra Mountains, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Poland has to offer.
Poland is as famed for enchanting Kraków, with its cobbled streets and opulent palaces, as it is for edgy Warsaw, home to high-tech museums and neon-lit bars. But beyond this tale of two cities, there's so much more to discover. Encounter medieval towns, artsy cities and some of Europe's most spectacular landscapes, including wildlife-filled forests, expansive lakes and white-sand Baltic beaches.
Our updated guide brings Poland to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country''s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.
You'll discover:
-our pick of Poland's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-detailed maps and walks which make navigating the country easy
-easy-to-follow itineraries
-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-colour-coded chapters to every part of Poland, from Mazovia to Kraków, Silensia to Gdansk
-a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go
Only visiting Kraków? Try our DK Eyewitness Kraków
336 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2001
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October 7, 2016
I have to admit that I have just scammed through most of this guide. I really wanted a guide to Krakow, which is my planned destination, but this DK Eyewitness to Poland was the only thing they had in my local library.
Every DK travel guide that I have previously read has been a four star rating and although a high percentage of the contents of this book has been surplus to my requirements, it is clearly apparent that the contents are of the usual high standard.
What is clear is Poland is a far out country. One that is not fully appreciated by Western Europeans. The country has beautiful cities, towns and a varied countryside, a Baltic coast, mountains to ski, lakes and rich forest areas. Unfortunately I'm only visiting for a few days, but Poland would be great to tour around in the summer months.
Anyway I've read through the portrait and history sections and certainly the section on Krakow, as well as the usual practical info that is valuable for any visitor.
Every DK travel guide that I have previously read has been a four star rating and although a high percentage of the contents of this book has been surplus to my requirements, it is clearly apparent that the contents are of the usual high standard.
What is clear is Poland is a far out country. One that is not fully appreciated by Western Europeans. The country has beautiful cities, towns and a varied countryside, a Baltic coast, mountains to ski, lakes and rich forest areas. Unfortunately I'm only visiting for a few days, but Poland would be great to tour around in the summer months.
Anyway I've read through the portrait and history sections and certainly the section on Krakow, as well as the usual practical info that is valuable for any visitor.
March 23, 2014
Seemed to give details on the tourist highlights and every area of Poland. Good for me doing background work on the areas I'm going and the culture I will meet when I get there. However, after awhile it all seemed to run together, and nothing stood out to me. It was mostly "dated from this period long ago, almost completely destroyed during WW2, rebuilt around this timeframe..." I understand this is a large part of the history of the area, but I don't see why you can't put that in the introduction and don't mention it again unless it's super important, please.
September 7, 2016
Not as dense as many other travel books, Eyewitness gives a lovely presentation of the information with plenty of pictures and maps.
Don't get me wrong--I love reading, but sometimes you just need to see a picture along side the text to decide if that site is making it onto your itinerary.
The included walks are nice and manageable.
Don't get me wrong--I love reading, but sometimes you just need to see a picture along side the text to decide if that site is making it onto your itinerary.
The included walks are nice and manageable.
July 31, 2021
It introduced me to a lot of new places in Poland!
December 23, 2021
This book is great gift for someone who love to go visit Poland. There are description very nicely and professional.
July 15, 2024
This book was full of lots of great info! It has me very excited for a future trip to Poland! 🇵🇱
June 1, 2016
Decent travel guide. I am not the biggest fan of travel guides as I feel you can get a lot more information and up to date advice online. I only read travel books if I borrow them from the library.
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January 5, 2017All I want is a DK eyewitness travel book on warsaw , as I cannot fine a resent one can anyone help
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