Top Things to do in Silesia Province
10 Things to do in Silesia Province That You Shouldn't Miss
The Province of Silesia (German: Provinz Schlesien; Polish: Prowincja Śląska; Silesian: Prowincyjŏ Ślōnskŏ) was a province of the German Kingdom of Prussia, existing from 1815 to 1919, when it was divided into the Upper and Lower Silesia provinces, and briefly again from 1938 to 1941. As a Prussian province, Silesia became part of the German Empire during the Prussian-led unification of Germany in 1871. The provincial capital was Breslau (present-day Wrocław, Poland).
Restaurants in Silesia Province
1. Jasna Gora
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4.5 based on 777 reviews
The holiest place in Poland and one of the world’s most important destinations for pilgrims. Every year several million pilgrims pray before the miraculous picture of Our Lady of Czestochowa.
Reviewed By anacW3256HT - Moscow, Russia
Czestochowa is a lively city in the south of Poland with a rich religious history. The city is well-known for its stunning Pauline Monastery of Jasna Gora. Every year, millions of pilgrims from all over the world come here to pay homage to the shrine and enjoy the peace that this holy place gives. The greatest treasure of the imposing Jasna Gora complex is the ancient miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary (Black Madonna) which origin is a mystery. Thanks to this beautiful painting, Jasna Gora became one of the largest Marian sanctuaries in Poland since the 15th century. There, it has been worshiped in desperate moments, especially during large-scale disasters such as epidemics. A characteristic feature of the famous icon are the scars on the face of the Our Lady of Czestochowa. Jasna Gora's Lady bears signs of wounds and pain. Pope Saint John Paul II visited over five times. Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis also have visited Jasna Gora. All in all, this huge monastic complex is well worth a visit. It houses an incredible collection of treasures. The work of art is impressive. Each building features fascinating exhibits. Highly recommended.
2. Kolej Linowa Czantoria
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4.5 based on 368 reviews
Czantoria Chairlift in Ustron - open all year round A modern quad chairlift equipped with a system that slows the chairs down for passengers to get on and off + The chairlift is open year-round! + Special events and festivals for everyone + Bicycles may be transported on the lift + Special offers for groups of more than 20 people + Easy to use for children, elderly people and people with disabilities
3. Silesian Museum
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4.5 based on 521 reviews
Muzeum Slaskie comprises a building complex erected at the site of the former mine and represents a perfect combination of the region’s identity with state-of-the-art architectural solutions. Such result was achieved thanks to the maximum use of underground space, and therefore relatively low interference with the local, post-industrial landscape. Impressive spaces are vast and modern and at the same time maintain the memory of place, which closely corresponds with the Museum’s cultural policy. The new building of Muzeum Slaskie, raised as a result of the local inhabitants’ needs and some brave decisions, has quickly and naturally become the crucial cultural centre of the region, a remarkably important Silesian social life hub and a significant contributor on the cultural map of Poland. The new building allowed us to display valuable exhibits, which we were unable to present to the visitors earlier, and create the “The Light of History. Upper Silesia over the Ages.” exhibition — an innovative event, which is both important for the region and emotional. However, opening new exhibitions in just one of the goals fulfilled by the Silesian Museum. It is people who matter most to us and that is why we are proud to have established a dynamic and thriving meeting place.
Reviewed By KerryandTim - Austin, United States
This museum includes an art gallery, a history museum, a viewing tower, and a couple of temporary exhibits. Not being an art lover, and being that the gallery was the first exhibit in the museum, I was afraid I was going to be disappointed. But the history exhibit was truly excellent. There were a lot of place names with which I was unfamiliar (being that I'm from the U.S.), but that didn't stop me from making sense of the history of Silesia. Nearly everything was well documented in English, Polish, and German. I spent almost three hours just in the history exhibit, plus another hour or two in the other areas. There are not a lot of seats or benches in the museum however, so be prepared for a lot of standing.
4. Nikiszowiec
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4.5 based on 561 reviews
Reviewed By JonDoe04134 - Umeå, Sweden
You can now take a self-guided walking tour through the district with descriptions in English and German as well. I'm so happy this place is gaining recognition which it truly deserves as an industrial monument with so few of its kind left. Beautiful place, where time has partly stopped. Now two of Katowice's best restaurants are located there.
5. Lesny Park Niespodzianek
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4.5 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By yvesbenini - Warsaw, Poland
This was a great experience. We knew we were going to a natural reserve, but what a surprise to see the young deers walking freely next to us as we got inside the park ;) For us a adults and for our young son (8yo) it was a very warm feeling to be so close to the wild life. We went to see the feeding of the birds, and that was very impressive, especially the American eagle, what a beautiful bird, you can see they are well taken care of.
6. Adam Malysz Ski Jump Hill
7. Palmiarnia Miejska
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4.5 based on 268 reviews
This place is temporarily closed.
Reviewed By Peter2014N
Within a short walk from the railway station, you can visit a big greenhouse with a lot of tropical plants including bananas (with fruits), palm trees and a large number of cactus species. The birds in the cages add some "tropical" feeling. Some people find it hard to birds. It is not possible for these species to live outside in Gliwice. I suggest they should write similar opinions for fish in the aquarium - let them go instead of Tanganyika lake to Odra river.
8. Gora Szyndzielnia
9. Park Krajobrazowy Beskidu Slaskiego/Beskid Slaski landscape park
10. Monument to Bolek i Lolek
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4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By MarcoBrevi - Livigno, Italy
during shopping at Sfera commercial center between the two stores here they are ready to pose a selfie with you, two polish animation characters
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