Many would be familiar with the destruction of Warsaw during WWII. Our first stop today is to the Museum of the Warsaw Uprising. To do this museum justice you should allow at least half a day. By the time we had queued with all the others who were waiting for the ticket office to open, … Continue reading Museum of the 1944 Warsaw Uprising
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Shake, Rattle and Headbutt: From Prague to Warsaw
Jay and Waddy say that one night on the sleeper from Prague to Warsaw has destroyed any illusion that train travel is romantic. I think it started with the shock at the limited space, even though we had taken one compartment per couple, which is a space normally occupied by three persons. Then there was … Continue reading Shake, Rattle and Headbutt: From Prague to Warsaw
Josefov: Prague’s Jewish Quarter
Prague is divided into districts which are clearly marked on all the street signs. We are staying in Stare Mesto, the Old Town. Within a few streets is Josefov, the former Jewish quarter. In spite of the proximity, we have signed up for a walking tour as part of our HopOn HopOff two day bus … Continue reading Josefov: Prague’s Jewish Quarter
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