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For many ages on the borders between Western and Eastern Europe Lublin played an important cultural role. Centuries ago, trade and diplomatic activity crossed here; today Lublin is a meeting place of artists, scientists, students and businesspeople.

Since the existence of the city, water always has been its greatest wealth. It maintained and defended it. For many years after the war the city neglected its treasure. Today it is quickly making up for its losses. Recently numerous canoe and yacht marinas as well as water tram stops allow you to explore Gdańsk from the water.

The Museum of the Second World War was formed on 26 November 2008. Gdańsk, the city where the war broke out, was selected to be the seat of the institution. The Museum’s future home is being built at Wałowa Street near the centre of the city. Its opening is being planned for 2016.

Gdańsk is becoming a more attractive place for young people. They are attracted by the possibility of active leisure time, numerous pubs and music clubs as well as modern educational institutions.

The greatest treasure of the Baltic is amber. Even ancient Romans, appreciating its beauty, magic and health characteristics, came to Gdańsk, infected with the “amber fever”. Today amber is one of the most important symbols of the city, which by no coincidence is called the amber capital of the world.

Gdańsk – an important point on the tourist map of the world. Its fascinating history is like a magnet, with majestic architecture, sea, beach and amber, but above all the spirit of liberty. It is here, in Gdańsk, a movement was born under the charismatic leadership of Lech Walesa which led to the fall of communism in Europe.