Europe Blog # 9 - Gdansk, Poland

                                   Europe Blog # 9 -  Gdansk, Poland

  We needed a pint of beer following our visit to Malborg Castle

We didn't need the Pirozhki --dough-filled with meat - we didn't eat them.

      The meal started with lard used to spread onto bread. YUCK!

            Canal system fronts wealthy condos/apartments

Several miles of pedestrian walkways throughout the inner city area

Most of the town was destroyed in WWII. It was rebuilt with the same architectural designs with some modern tweaks

Although chilly, it was great fun walking around with all the locals and tourists; tourists from many other countries.

        One of the main canals. The pirate ship is used for charters

Many locals are "up in arms" at the modern-looking approach to the older "Dutch Renaissance" architectural design.

The church is massive. It can hold 25,000 people during the religious services.

         The alligator-type animal is a water drain for the building

        Plenty of amber in the area: Raw and finished form

                                           Gdansk manhole

   Plenty of interesting alleyways and small streets to explore

           Lively outdoor cafes, coffeeshops and fun stores 

                  The ornate facade is called "Dutch Renaissance"

   Gdansk is a great pedestrian zone. There's a high-energy vibe

  Coat of arms, lions, etc. represents past kings. Originally, Neptune's groin area was exposed. City mayor got upset and demanded the statue be more modest.    

                            This was a prison years ago

            This architectural style is common throughout the town

Jerry lights a candle - Health, Good Fortune and Peace for our family, friends and mankind! Important people were buried inside the church.

                This church would be a great concert venue

            Perhaps the largest Astrological clock in existence

  It's "calendar" keeps track of time for hundreds of years

            Obviously, Chopin concerts are very popular in Poland

                                     Pretty postage stamps

Arlene conked out after eight hours of touring. She couldn't quite make the pillow!