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Have you heard of Zamość? That stunning place in Poland is a perfectly preserved Renaissance town, filled with colourful houses, rich flavours, and a complex, multi-layered history. I spent a few days in Zamość exploring its architecture, museums, and past, all while sampling delicious Polish cuisine. If you’re looking for a unique cultural escape, read my 2026 travel guide with the best things to do in Zamość.
The Polish town of Lublin is a place where history meets modernity. Its cobbled streets are filled with fascinating legends, colourful historic houses, and a profound Second World War history. Located on the ancient road between Kraków and Vilnius, it comes as no surprise that Lublin was the site where the Polish-Lithuanian Union was signed in 1569. As many locals proudly noted, this historic agreement signed at Lublin Castle was, in many ways, a predecessor to the European Union.