Warsaw is still struggling with the reputation of a more business city, not very attractive to visitors. The fact is that almost the entire area was destroyed during World War II, so it makes sense that some time was needed to getting back on their feet, and to be honest, you'll be surprised how well this job was done! The Varsovians themselves, who are in this case their own harshest critics, admit that their city has grown enormously over the years, and now it is considered a place that can not be missed during a visit to this part of Europe!

I visited Warsaw twice and feel like I really needed to go back once more to understand and value it as it is. I feel this city and the people of Warsaw really deserves all the admiration for how they stood up and rebuilt everything after the devastation of WWII. Once you wrap your mind around it, you really start to appreciate and see the beauty of Warsaw. I absolutely loved the museums, the hip bars, Lazienki Park, the old town. Warsaw is a really vibrant and cool city and really deserves a chance to be explored and loved :)

Warsaw was one of the cities that I didn't fall in love at first sight I must admit. It was love at second sight :) One of the things that always fascinates me and makes me feel a deeper appreciation for this city is how the Polish people, after the War, rebuilt the old part of the city according to Bellotto's paintings - really wow! Walking around the city, enjoying Chopin's compositions that comes out from the smart benches... I am a huge fan of museums in Warsaw, Chopin's museum and the Copernicus science centre are a must when visiting Warsaw.