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Poznan, Poland

Poznan is a energetic trade capital where ancient Polish history meets a thriving, modern student culture and vibrant street life. Every day at noon, trav...

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Goats at noon on the town hall

Goats at noon on the town hall

At noon, everyone’s eyes turned up to the Poznan town hall clock tower, waiting for the famous mechanical goats. They butted heads on cue, the crowd laughed, and for a moment th...

Pastel facades on the Old Market

Pastel facades on the Old Market

The Old Market’s tight row of colorful merchant houses looked almost too perfect, like someone had arranged them for a photo and then forgotten to put them back. Restaurants and...

Strolling toward Cathedral Island

Strolling toward Cathedral Island

Walking toward Ostrów Tumski, the streets grew quieter and more residential, with glimpses of church towers leading the way. The cathedral area felt older and more contemplative...