After an overnight bus journey from Vilnius, Lithuania, I reached Warsaw, Poland. Warsaw isn’t a typical eastern european capital. It is huge. Compared to Budapest or Tallinn, it is a huge metropolitan city.

However, they have spent decades recreating the old town which was completely destroyed in the World War II.

I would recommend staying in the old town and starting your trip with a walking tour.

You will visit the town square

Warsaw Poland Town Square features colorful historic buildings surrounding an open plaza with tourists exploring the area.
Warsaw Poland Town Square

See the Wishing Bell

A wishing bell in Warsaw, Poland, located in an old town setting, surrounded by historic architecture.
Wishing Bell

And visit the mythological protector of the town, a mermaid.

A statue of a mermaid stands prominently, symbolizing the protector of Warsaw, Poland. She holds a sword and shield, representing strength and resilience.
Mermaid

You will get to see statue of the child soldier commemorating those kids who fought during the World War II.

A statue of a child soldier commemorating children who fought in World War II, located in Poland.
Child Soldier

And don’t forget to visit the inspiring Marie Curie Museum, covering her life and discovery of radioactivity.