A bronze replica of an elm tree that honors the victims that perished in Pawaik Prison.

A tribute to the Polish insurgents who fought in the failed attempt to end their city's Nazi occupation.

This biographical museum honors the groundbreaking scientist at her birthplace in Warsaw.

Legend says this is actually a heartbroken prince waiting for his true love's kiss.

The last king of Poland was interred in this church nearly 200 years after his death.

A menacing statue of this mythical creature can be seen at the legendary site of the monster's lair.

A delightful museum entirely dedicated to the tiny homes of dolls.

This enormous 32-foot painting depicts Poland's greatest medieval battle in glorious detail.

One of the world's largest collections of medieval religious art.

After the famous composer died in Paris, his sister snuck his heart out of the country to honor his wish that it be buried in their native country.

Hundreds of notes give thanks to the patron saint of lost causes.

Atop this library is one of the most beautiful green spaces in Warsaw.

These 18th-century paintings of Warsaw were used to reconstruct the city after World War II.

An artificial date palm stands as a memorial to Warsaw's Jewish community.

The Polish capital has had a deep connection to its guardian mermaid for almost a millennium now.

This bell stars in a tragic love tale and is said to make wishes come true.

The giant statue and its model solar system honor the native Pole who declared that the Earth revolves around the Sun.

Special benches that play Chopin's music are scattered throughout his native city.

This museum houses and extensive collection of technology contributed by the Polish people.

A student driver's nightmare.

The London pub overlooks where the Mayflower was moored before setting sail for the New World.

Where condemned pirates met their grisly end at the gallows on the River Thames.

This pub boasts a curious history and may have inspired a Dickens character.

This striking structure, with balconies jutting out like hedgehog spines, combine cutting-edge design with a playful approach to light and space.