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pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

feed it to fish?
ducks, swans?
gerbils?

Yes, feed, but to none of the above. Another species.

Feed the animals in a petting zoo,

And?

feed turtles...

Nope.
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

why is it in english ?

:):):):)

That is right, it should be in German.

Karol Karol's ? ;)

Prince?

Next

What can you do with it?
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Attractions in Wrocław: a Must-See List [117]

Well, basically the entire inventory of the pre-war museums.

Ah, I remember now. We saw some stuff like that in Warsaw, indeed.

It is understandable. Warsaw was razed to the ground and lost nearly everything, while Wrocław had to be punished for being a German city. :):):)

Here or there, whatever. As you can see, people who want to visit a museum do it both in Wrocław and Warsaw. Poland isn`t such a big country that travelling poses a problem.
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Attractions in Wrocław: a Must-See List [117]

I can recommend to:

visit the Aqua Park, especially on a sunny day, because its outside part is even bigger than the inside. But it was funny to swim in the rain, too.

The Panorama of the battle at Racławice:

Next step is the National Museum, a must because it is close nearby, the admission is free if you visit Panorama and show the ticket, and it displays fine art of renowned Polish artists. Better to buy an English guidebook or whatever, though.

You might go inside the Town Hall, which is a paid museum, for its amazing Gothic architectonic design and details.

and you will run into some event. We saw vintage cars picninc:

Climb the tower of the Garnizonowy Church

to get a view of the city

But don`t smear those silly things on it, like other forum members:

You might think over hiring this tourist vehicle

Visit one of the Gothic churches, e.g., this one, close to the Square. There are a few in Wrocław.

or this one, close to Chrobry Monument:

Probably you will see some when you go to Ostrów Tumski, which we didn`t visit due to horrible weather.

The Fountain next to the Centennial Hall - not bad. Probably better at night when they put on lights in it.

Natural History Museum is average and only in Polish. We learnt a few things though.

The Entographic Museum is for free with your Panorama ticket

Last but not least one:

And History Museum is a must. It is in English too and cleverly shows the history of the city from the Middle Ages, as well as elegant bourgeoisis interiors and some ancient and modern art.

Remember, museums are closed on Monday and sometimes Tuesday too.

We didn`t fulfill our plans because of the elements so there are more things which are worth seeing in Wrocław. We will see them next year and I will finish my presentation then.
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Off the bat I would say Kantor, but I'm not sure.

Bullseye!

Where can you see this sign?
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Yes, great.

The most difficult one before I turn in:

Who created this art?
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

1. Matejko's kitch?

Yes, it is Matejko`s sketch because he died before he could finish it.

2. Malczewski

Yes.

3. ?

Another one by this artist:

Bruno Schulz?

Excellent! :):)
pawian   
7 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Going back inside, into the Museum:

Which major Polish artists painted these?

Whose face can you see?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

showing WWII damage.

Yes!

i believe will be saved from demolition.

Are you sure?

it's opposite the botanical gardens

Well, close to them.

It is opposite the Natural History Museum.

BTW, how am I going to use this pic when PFs bring back avatars?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

It looks like 4ART's wall in Gliwice though I can't say I've seen the same in Wrocław.

You mean this?:
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Yes! The meeting of 3 kinds of trams!

I'm up to staying on topic as I'm fed up with having relevant posts sweeped off.

You are definitely getting tired. :):):):) Remember, anyone who is tired of the PF, is tired of life.

So, the photos are impressive and keep them coming.

I will:

Next one: I was looking for such things in Wrocław. What exactly?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Dwarves, yes ;)

Your consent is suspicious.

I like the photos, pawian.

Your praise is even more suspicious. What are you up to, Seanus?

the very old tram

Yes, but that is only 33% of the correct answer.

edit: and a very new tram.

That is only 66%.
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

I can see only dwarves ;)

Hey, I have a chance to educate you! :):):) I certainly won`t miss it. I am so proud! :):)

Dwarf should definitely go in the category of final-f words with variable plurals.
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Wow, thank you very much. :):):)

Next: Where is it stuck and why?

Next one: Where can you see those dwarfs?:
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Sean, we certainly missed your accurate guesses!

Next one:

What does it mean?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Yes. How do you know? :):)

Next:Why didn`t I like Wrocław too much?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Avoid being ripped off by some exchange outlets in Krakow and elsewhere [44]

Pawian, I am not involved in the Kantor business, if I was I would operate on a spread of +/- 2.5%.

If so, I am truly sorry and I apologise sincerely.

On a couple of occasions, when I have arrived at the airport, I was in need of taxi change, so I have change up 10 or 20 Euro at very low rates, I don't complain, it was a matter of convenience, I was aware of getting raped on the transaction, but I needed a taxi more.

Yes, but people pinched in Krakow could receive a better rate somewhere else. And they didn`t exchange 20 euros but 200 or more. And lost a few hundred zlotys.

In Poland, it is common to find a spread of 20% on prices if you shop well, so this practice is not isolated to the Kantors.

Yes, but those prices are displayed without any tricks and you know without asking how much sth costs.

Just tell me something, why do you call them "careless tourists"?

I don`t know. Just a slip of a hand.

Does it matter how I call them?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

i have no idea about the church.

Yes, there are many in this Gothic style and all look similar. That is the one with the giant cross on the roof. Got it?

the car: i can't make out the mascot. rolls, bently, merc

There was a picnic of Rolls Royce and Bentley cars in Wrocław, indeed. To tell the truth, I am not sure about the make of the car. Probably it is not Rolls.

But others are:

Next: What and whose is it?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

another guess. the church that adjoins the university building.

If you mean the main uni building in Plac Uniwersytecki, then no.

More on it:

fiat

I am afraid not.

Look at its mascot:
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Avoid being ripped off by some exchange outlets in Krakow and elsewhere [44]

I have just read about the problem. Some exchange outlets in Krakow rip off careless tourists.

Typical story - just arrived, tour bus waiting and only Euro in my wallet. Urgently need some local ZL. Visit the closest bureau. Foolishly don't check the exchange rates (...I travel all the time so I should know better) Rude indifferent bureau clerk (...not typical Polish attitude) who exchanges 200 euro for 602zl. I later checked with another bureau to find the correct sell exchange rate would have given me approx. 800zl. Returned 2-3 hours later to complain to the same clerk who basically gave me the Polish equivalent of the "bird" and ignored me. Left a real bad taste in my mouth. Krakow is a great town but this is what I will remember most. This type of dishonestly is just plain bad for business and for Krakow tourism. The bureau is called Interchange and is located in Ulica Florianska, just short of the old town square and is the bureau closest to the square. MY ADVICE - AVOID THIS BUREAU

A discussion in Polish, with addresses of ripping outlets.

forum-turystyczne.pl/q/fo_id,20509,,naganne_praktyki_niektorych_kantorow_w_krakowie,krakow,kantory,ceny,cena_walut.html
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

in the picture... the court.

Yes!

One pic above plus this one:
What is the name of this church?
pawian   
6 Jul 2011
Travel / Poland in photo riddles [3134]

Yes, with paintings, sculptures. See this one over the machine:

OK, let`s switch to the open air.

What is it?