Warsaw

This is an illustration about the palace of culture and science in Warsaw Poland. This was built in 1955 and there you can find cinemas, theatres, libraries, sports centres, university brunches and authorities of Polish Academy of Sciences.

This is 237 metres high rise building, second tallest building in Poland and one of the biggest structures in the European continent, including it being the 6th tallest buildings in the EU.

It’s construction with Art Deco influences, started in 1952 until 1955. This was a gift to Poland from former Soviet Union. Thousands of workers were needed to construct this building, while also some accidents have occurred, it was mostly built by Russian workers.

This building was built under circumstances that have violated human rights, under the then regime of Josef Stalin, from Former Soviet Union and therefore there is a lot of controversy about it. For that reason only, many have supported its demolition.

It is definitely a site to visit and interesting structure, and despite this controversial history, it is an interesting architectural site and landmark that is visible throughout Warsaw in Poland. It is after all the one of the most recognisable buildings there.

Once you go to the observatory deck you can view a panorama of 114 metres high. There are a lot of socialist sculptures to observe that are not illustrated in this due to simplifying the illustration incorporated into this beautiful Art Deco building style.

If you are visiting during the summer, this is bustling with cultural activities, like concerts and theatre performances. During the winter, it is worth checking out the available skating opportunities and also just to view the beautiful lit building at night.

Another illustration about a variety of buildings in Europe!