Torun

This is a Heritage of Unesco site since 1997 and is also known for being the birthplace of Nicolas Copernicus. Its historic center "Stare Miasto" (Old Town in Polish) is really beautiful, looking exactly the same as it did 700 years ago. Thankfully, this place has remained almost intact after the ravages of the Second World War. It is situated on the banks of the Vistula river. The city has many monuments from the Middle Ages and the twentieth century. The city is known for having preserved its medieval appearance and many buildings are in the Gothic style, all constructed using brick, including the many monumental churches, the Town Hall and even burger houses.