ETC13 European Turbulence Conference

Warsaw 2011

Social events

GUIDED WALKING EXCURSION AROUND WARSAW (FREE OF CHARGE FOR PARTICIPANTS)

Guided walking excursion of Warsaw lets you see the most interesting part of the Polish capital. It is a great way for you to discover Warsaw with its rich history, culture and beauty.

The Royal Route

The Royal Route is the most representative main route of the city. It is a historical route joining the Royal Castle with the palaces in Łazienki Royal Park and Wilanów. It was formed over the centuries and is now a charming road with its ambiance created by the numerous churches and marvelous magnate residences. We will see magnificent palaces, churches and monuments including Presidential Palace, University of Warsaw, Holy Cross Church with Chopin's heart and Copernicus Statue.

 

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Old Town with Royal Castle

Warsaw Old Town is the oldest (13th century) historical part of the city. It is also the cultural center of the capital. In 1980 it was added to the UNESCO Heritage List. We will have the opportunity to see the Old Town Market Square, the New Town, the Barbican, St John's Cathedral and the Royal Castle (outside).

 

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POST CONFERENCE EXCURSIONS

Prices depending on the program and the number of people.

Krakow,

the former capital of Poland, is one of the most fascinating, beautiful and extraordinary places in Poland. The city has always carefully cherished its architectural and artistic treasures from the past. Thanks to that it attracts so many visitors from all over the world. Krakow's Old Town, Wawel Castle, Kazimierz District and Stradom are the most precious, unique and charming places in the town.

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Auschwitz,

concentration and death camp, an important memorial of Holocaust - is the most well known cemetery in the world and the place of genocide. Started in 1940 as a concentration camp for Polish political prisoners, in 1942 it became the center for extermination of European Jews. In 1979 UNESCO inscribed this place on the World Heritage List.

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Wieliczka,

unforgettable visit in one of the most interesting place in Poland. During the seven centuries of salt exploitation, the mine developed into an extensive underground realm, mysterious and unique. As we walk down the 360 steps into the salt mine, we have the impression we are entering a vast underground city, with huge caverns and underground lakes.

 

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The price for travel (train):

90 EUR/pax - II class
110 EUR/pax - I class

Price for the program:

1. Sightseeing Krakow - 5h - from 40 EUR/pax
2. Sightseeing Krakow + Wieliczka - 3h - from 50 EUR/pax
3. Sightseeing Krakow + Auschwitz - 3h - from 50 EUR/pax
4. Sightseeing Wieliczka  (without Krakow) - from 35 EUR/pax
5. Sightseeing Auschwitz (without Krakow) - from 35 EUR/pax

Prices depending on the program and the number of people.