With the internet in full throttle today, a person can learn about anything. We spend our days reading articles about New Zealand's travel homes, movie stars' personal lives, and other random topics that catch our eyes. However, we don't spend enough time reading about great historical moments or the people that faced them. Taking a step back into history can create a memorable vacation and give travelers the chance to experience a country's culture in a whole new way.
One great country that offers a unique and rewarding history to submerge yourself in is Poland. This kind-hearted, fantastic country takes pride in ensuring that all visitors can learn about the struggles and the victories of its land. They do this through countless educational and fascinating museums that have recently opened doors for tourists.
Here is a list of my top three history museums to visit in Warsaw, Poland:
Warsaw Rising Museum
This one-of-a-kind museum is dedicated to the 1944 Warsaw Uprising. The Warsaw Uprising was one of the most extensive resistance efforts to overtake German forces in 1944. While many resistance troops were able to hold off the military, more than 150,000 perished during the uprising. This museum offers videos and photos of Warsaw before the battle and oral histories that visitors can listen to. It also provides stories and visual 3D projects that describe the actual uprising. Plus, it has a replica of the Liberator B-24J bomber that was used for relief flights. This museum is like walking through the rebellion itself and is a great place to start a trip to Warsaw.
POLIN
This museum is dedicated to the history of the Jewish culture in Poland. There are multiple exhibits to explore, such as an architectural showcase of historical Synagogues throughout the country's history. Another great display to check out is the Jewish heritage setup. This exhibit teaches visitors more about the culture and the people in it. One of the best parts about his museum is that it offers a full-service kosher café, where travelers can try deli soups, traditional Jewish snacks, and drinks.
National Museum in Warsaw
This museum will give a visitor a break from war history and introduce them more to the country's other accounts. Did you know that Poland is the birthplace of pierogi? This is one of the country's most eaten dishes. This museum also offers the chance to enjoy Polish music and other arts. This building is home to more than 830,000 works of Polish artists. It is also the oldest museum in Warsaw.
Neon Museum
Bonus: This interesting museum offers visitors the ability to learn about the history of neon signs that have hung in Warsaw over the years. There are over 60 bright lite signs from the Cold War era hanging in this museum. It is the perfect place to enjoy the creative side of Polish history.
There are many more great museums and historical sites to explore in Warsaw and the rest of Poland. If you want to learn more about traveling to Poland or any other county to learn about its history, book a consultation today.
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