Our tour of Poland is nearing the end. Today we are off to Warsaw, but first a stop at Malbork castle, the oldest brick castle in the world. A medieval fortress that was completed in 1406 is now a Unesco World Heritage Site. It's a massive, imposing and beautiful sight.
It's current state of restoration is a far cry from how it looked after the Second World War.
The restoration of the church within the castle grounds was only completed to a point that allowed visitors, last year.
With the exception of the stop to tour the castle, today was mostly a day of travel to Warsaw.
After checking in to our hotel, we only had time for a short walk, a quick snack and beverage before heading off to see a local pianist perform some of Chopin's work. Chopin was after all, a native of Warsaw. Unfortunately no photos or video were allowed during the performance, but even if you don't like the "long hair" stuff, you couldn't help but admire the man's considerable ability. And the instrument was a work of art itself.
It's current state of restoration is a far cry from how it looked after the Second World War.
If you look closely you will see this pelican figure in one of the castle courtyards is riddled with bullet holes. The German army used the site as one of its' headquarters and a munitions depot.
The restoration of the church within the castle grounds was only completed to a point that allowed visitors, last year.
With the exception of the stop to tour the castle, today was mostly a day of travel to Warsaw.
After checking in to our hotel, we only had time for a short walk, a quick snack and beverage before heading off to see a local pianist perform some of Chopin's work. Chopin was after all, a native of Warsaw. Unfortunately no photos or video were allowed during the performance, but even if you don't like the "long hair" stuff, you couldn't help but admire the man's considerable ability. And the instrument was a work of art itself.
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