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Kathmandu Travel Guide and Places to Visit
As soon as we stepped into Nepal, we found ourselves in the peaceful arms of Pokhara, one of the cities that most closely matched the description of paradise on earth, and when we encountered the chaotic city center of Kathmandu, we thought we would turn into fish out of water.. It didn’t take long for me to realize that we would be traveling in an indescribable comfort in the unique chaos of this city.. You know, you know, you have a room full of dusty books that you organize yourself in the mess and soften when you enter it… Hah! Kathmandu is such a city. Although this city, which has a history of hundreds of years, was badly damaged in the earthquake in 2015, there are still many places waiting to be visited. I hope the Kathmandu Travel Guide article will be useful for those who include this stunning city in their plans.. If you are planning a trip to Kathmandu, I suggest you also read the article “Everything You Need Before a Trip to Nepal”.
• Three Great Kingdoms of Kathmandu Valley
• Types of Temples in Kathmandu
• Urban Transportation in Kathmandu
• Accommodation
• Food – Drink
• Places to Visit in Kathmandu
• Recent Tips
KATMANDU TRAVEL GUIDE
Three Great Kingdoms of Kathmandu Valley: Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan
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Before going into the details of Kathmandu Travel Guide, let me talk a little bit about its history.. Of course, it is not possible to fit the history of the Kathmandu valley, which dates back to BC, in 3-5 lines.. But before moving on to the most important tourist spots in the region, I wanted to talk about it roughly.. 15. In the 17th century, the Kathmandu Valley was home to 3 independent Newar kingdoms: Kathmandu (Basantapur), Bhaktapur and Patan.. These 3 kingdoms were constantly in competition with each other, they were trying to create the most beautiful city, especially by building the most magnificent and aesthetic structures in wood carving and architecture.. As a result, temples emerged, many of which are now on the UNESCO World Heritage list.. It is possible to see these structures in Durbar squares in the heart of each city.
Types of Temples in Kathmandu
As soon as you step into Kathmandu, you will come across hundreds of temples, large and small.. I did not want to miss the temple architecture in Nepal so that you can easily recognize them.. Temple types that originated in Nepal and spread all over the world are divided into 3 main groups:
* Pagoda Type
In China and Japan Nepal, the homeland of this temple type, which is frequently seen. The most distinctive feature of pagodas, which are Hindu temples, is that they have more than one overlapping roof.. The Nepal-specific part of the temples, where you can see the most magnificent examples in Durbar Square of the 3 big cities, is the roof sections.. Unlike pagodas in the Far East, the ends of the roofs here are not curved upwards, but face the ground.. There are even those who think that the Nepal flag represents this roof section.
* Stupa Type
Buddhist and Hindu in peace and tranquility It would be surprising not to come across a Buddhist temple in this geography where he lives.. The typical feature of stupas built in accordance with the Buddha tradition, which are also found in countries where Buddhism is widespread, is the dome on a wide base.. When viewed from the top, the stupas have mandala-shaped bases on top of the Buddha’s eyes and can be seen from all directions.. Boudpanath and Swayamnhunath, the most beautiful examples in Kathmandu.
* Shikhar Type
Shikhar type Hindu temples known as India type, Although not as common as pagodas and stupas, it can be found in the Kathmandu Valley.. From a distance, it resembles a long and thin pyramid, the number of vertices can range from five to nine.. As you can see examples of all Durbar squares, the most popular one is in Patan Durbar Square.
Inner City Transportation in Kathmandu
You have many options for urban transportation in Kathmandu. none; You will either use the local minibuses or take a taxi.. The minibuses are very economical as they cost 50 Rupees ($0.5) even for the longest distance you will travel, but a little slow as they go by stop-and-go. This is not the method we want.
Fortunately, taxi prices in Nepal are not very costly either.. It corresponds to an average price of 1 dollar per km in the city, it is possible to reduce the prices even more by bargaining as the distance gets longer.. Since taximeters do not work in any taxi, it is useful to agree on the price before boarding.. While we had no plans in Kathmandu, we proceeded as follows; On the day we arrived in the city, we started to bargain with a few taxi drivers to go to the hotel, when everyone asked for 10 dollars, a taxi driver told us the price of 3 dollars, and the next day we decided to call him for our destination.. When we included other places, we agreed on a collective price and that taxi driver became our driver.
The price and details we agreed on are as follows: The taxi driver picked us up from our hotel in the morning and first dropped us off at the center of Bhaktapur.. After wandering around the city, he took us to Pashupatinath, Boudpanath and Swayamnhunath temples, and dropped us back to our hotel on the way back.. In total we paid 4000 rupees ($40) for 2 people. He also gave us a SIM Card so we could meet again after he dropped us off during the day, so we called him back when we were done.
Accommodation – Where to Stay in Kathmandu
Kathmandu’ Thamel, the region preferred by most people for accommodation in. There are hundreds of hotel alternatives that you can find here, depending on your budget. Our choice was Hotel Friends Home . I have never seen another hotel with such a caring staff in my life.. I can recommend it just for that.. Despite being very close to Thamel we had no noise issues. We paid 30 dollars for a double room + breakfast for this hotel, which has a sweet terrace where you can sip your beer against the view of Kathmandu in the evenings.
Click here You can review and book other hotel alternatives in Kathmandu.
Food and Drink in Kathmandu
What to eat in Kathmandu? – I mentioned the food details in Nepal in the article Everything You Will Need Before Your Nepal Trip.. In this part, I will talk about the places we went to in Kathmandu.
* Yangling Restaurant
This tiny Tibetan restaurant, which looks like an artisan restaurant, is one of the most popular places in Kathmandu.. When you enter, you already understand the amount of tourists you encounter.. Freshly made momo is ranked as the best in town. We ate momo in the form of boiled vegetables and fried meat and we passed out.. I am adding the menu below for those who are wondering about the food prices.. The point you should not forget; this place is closed on saturdays. Other days it is open from 12:00 to 21:00.
* Roadhouse Cafe
I mentioned that the food in Nepal is very bitter. For a person like me who can’t eat bitter, after a while, local food starts to be troublesome.. If you are in search of international tastes, you can turn your route to Roadhouse Cafe in Thamel without thinking.. Prices are slightly above Nepalese standards, but they have a high quality and fast service.. The place where you can find pizza, pasta, salad, grill and cocktail varieties has a very sweet garden.
Pizza varieties = 490 – 720 rupees
Pasta varieties = 450 – 620 rupees
Grill varieties = 660 – 720 rupees
Cocktail varieties = 485-650 rupees
* Helena’s Rooftop
Especially We went to Helena’s Restaurant, which was recommended for breakfast, to take a beer break during lunch.. The most beautiful part of the place, which consists of 3-4 floors, is of course the terrace where you can see the whole city from the top.. It’s a little hard to find because it’s on a side street, but it’s worth your search.
Click to see the entire menu on the website.
* Himalayan Java Cafe
In Pokhara Travel Guide article from this place I also mentioned. A sweet cafe with branches in certain regions of Nepal where you can drink organic Nepali coffee. We tried their branches in both Kathmandu and Bhaktapur with a view of Durbar Square. I think it can be a great alternative to watch the square from above.
* Other Venues
I would like to share other places that I researched before going but did not get the chance to try.. Maybe you want to try. If you like it, you can share it as a comment.. In this way, you can give an idea to other people who read this article.. We missed the Kathmandu branch of OR2K, which serves vegetarian Middle Eastern food, because we went to the Pokhara branch. But I loved it, I’m sure the branch in Kathmandu is also worth a try. If you want to try momo in a different place, you can try Zaika Nepali Cuisine, Rum Doodle for a concept place with huge footprints.
Places to Visit in Kathmandu
There are many places to visit in Kathmandu with its royal palaces and dozens of temples on the UNESCO World Heritage list.. Since each temple has a different story, they are all more impressive than the other.. I would like to touch on the details of the temples in separate articles.. So here I will only talk about the general outlines, prices and how to get there.. If you want to get information about where and how long we visited, you can take a look at the article “8-Day Nepal Travel Plan”.
* Pashupatinath (Temple of Cremation)
Both Hindu Pashupatinath, located on the banks of the Bagmati River, known as the cremation temple of the Buddhists and considered sacred because it is a branch of the Ganges, was the place I was most impressed with in Kathmandu.. Tourists cannot enter this temple, where we have the opportunity to watch the bodies burning with the smell of ash that burns our noses, but they can visit the outside and watch the cremation ritual.. This temple is also famous for its sadus. Unlike fake sadus who charge crazy 500 rupees per photo, you can also see real saddus who have been taken to their caves and only accept food here.
Entry fee: 1000 rupees
How to get there: From the city center it takes too long to go on foot. If you want to go by taxi, the total fare should not exceed 500 rupees for the round trip.. If you want to use the local minibuses, you have to take the blue tuk-tuk from Ratna Park to Boudhanath.. On the way back, you can walk to Boudhapanath, which is 20 minutes away, and after visiting there, you can return to the city center by taxi or tuk-tuk.
* Boudhanath
This Buddhist temple, which was badly damaged in the 2015 earthquake, is the largest in the world. one of his stupas. It is a very important place for Buddhists as it is believed that some of the ashes of Buddha are stored here.. This environment, where you circumambulate the stupa clockwise with the mantras rising from the surrounding shops, is a peaceful place away from all the noise of Kathmandu.. As with all stupas, there is no entrance inside this stupa, you can only walk around it.
Entrance fee: 400 rupees
How to get there: If you want to go by taxi, round trip fee from Thamel is 800 rupees. should be around. To use the local minibuses, you can use the blue tuk-tuks from Ratna Park, which I mentioned above.
* Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
You can see Kathmandu from the top. Important to Hindus and Buddhists alike, home to around 800 monkeys, Swayambhunath is another UNESCO World Heritage-listed temple in Kathmandu.. It is highly recommended to go at sunset.. You should also pay attention to the monkeys around; If you look into their eyes, they may perceive it as a threat and attack.. They also deliver the food you have in seconds, it’s fixed with experience
Entry fee: 200 rupees
How to get there: If you want to go by taxi, the round trip fee from Thamel should not exceed 400 rupees in total.. You can also choose to walk, but you should not forget that you have to climb 365 steps to reach the temple.
* Thamel
If you book your hotel from this area, you will find yourself in the side streets of Thamel whether you want it or not.. This is Kathmandu’s most touristic place as well as local.. It is possible to see all kinds of trekking shop, gift shop, bookstore, restaurant, bar and hotel here.. Although walking on the unpaved dapdar streets may be a little unsettling at first, it doesn’t take long to get used to it.. Extremely lively at night as well as during the day, this area was the place we spent the most time in Kathmandu.
* Durbar Square
With all the temples in it. Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a large area 10 minutes’ walk from Thamel. It contains a palace complex, Hindu and Buddhist temples, and holy shrines.. It is possible to see the traces of the earthquake while the restoration works are still going on in the area, most of which was damaged in the 2015 earthquake.. The most impressive part of the area for me is Kumari Ghar. Kumari, the only goddess living on earth, lives in her house in the square; only goes out of the house 13 times a year. Apart from that, he goes out of the window every day around 11:30 in the morning and greets the people.. Taking pictures of Kumari is strictly prohibited, but you can take pictures of the interior of the house when it is not in the window.. It’s worth keeping watch in front of the house to wait for it to come out. It was quite shocking to see a 3-year-old girl who was chosen as a goddess in the window, wearing make-up, and people worshiping this girl as holy.
Entry fee: 1000 rupees – If you show your passport and 1 photo, you will get a card to enter the square and take out a card to enter the square. On other days you can enter without paying.
* Asan – Indra Market
The markets where local products are sold between Thamel and Durbar Square. In this region, where you can find great products at super prices, there are vegetables, fruits, clothes, meat, street delicacies and products to meet any local need you can think of.. Even if you don’t buy anything, it is very enjoyable to walk around.. If you want to buy something from here, you should keep in mind that the tourist is given a separate price for the local.
* Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur, one of the three great kingdoms of Kathmandu Valley, is another city 45 minutes away from Kathmandu city.. Durbar Square, the most important point of the city center, where you will find the most special examples of wood carving, pottery and mandala art.. It is possible to visit the whole city with all its details in 3 hours with a guide that you will agree for 10$ at the entrance.. Although Bhaktapur is very similar to Kathmandu in style, it has a more ruined state as it was damaged much more in the earthquake.. It is also quieter than Kathmandu Durbar Square because motor vehicles are not allowed to enter the square here.. Another point I want you to know; Bhaktapur, unlike Kathmandu, began restoration work after the earthquake without waiting for financial aid. Therefore, they need more money from tourism.. Therefore, the entrance fee to the square is higher.
Entrance fee: 1500 rupees
How to get there: If you want to go by taxi, the price you will give for the departure should not exceed 1500 rupees.. Those who want to go by bus can take the buses departing from Bhaktapur Bus Park.
* Other Activities
Without sharing the other activities that we couldn’t bring up in our minds in Kathmandu Travel Guide
– You can go to Nagarkot for sunrise. If the weather is clear, you may see Everest.
– You can go to Patan, the center of the other kingdom.
– If you get tired of the noise and chaos in Kathmandu, you can visit the Gardens of Dreams in the heart of the city. you can breathe in the greenery.
You can see the details of the total trip cost for Nepal in the video below.
Latest Tips
* Kathmandu is definitely not a dirty city but it is dusty. Since there is no asphalt, there is a constant dust in the air due to the motor vehicles driving on the dirt road.. That’s why the local is constantly walking around with a mask.. We also felt the need to wear it on the second day.. The mask was among the items left in the room at the hotel we stayed in, but my eyes were on the colorful patterned masks sold in Thamel.
* Unlike Pokhara, we had to bargain much more in Kathmandu.. “Awake tradesmen” situation is very common here.
* We never came across it, but there are regular power cuts.. It’s good to come prepared for this.
* Kathmandu has terrible traffic around the clock. I divide this horror into two: the first is that you are constantly at risk of being run over by a vehicle in areas like Thamel, where you continue on foot, and the second is that there is heavy traffic on the roads outside the city center that shuts off the ignition.
* Strikes are very common in Nepal.. Sometimes bus drivers can go on strike.. It may be helpful for you to find out if there is a strike from the hotel staff when you go.
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Greece‘s greenest island Lesbos owes its green nature to water resources. Lesbos, the third largest island of the country, has lush forests, water springs, tiny canyons, endemic plants and incredible mountain views.
The island’s second largest city, Plomari, is and places that manage to stay away from the negative effects of urbanization due to its geographical location.. When you say the second largest city of the island, Plomari is not a city-like place.. The size that we can call the largest town or seaside resort in Turkey.. With its scattering mountain villages, the population of 7 thousand finds it difficult.
Plomari Square
With its pristine beaches, historical wooden houses, small taverns, plane and olive trees, coffee houses and views, Plomari journey is one of the best options to get away from it all.. No matter how crowded and active the center of Lesbos is, Plomari experiences the opposite.
The birthplace of Barbaros
As Captain-i Derya, the first captain of the Ottoman Empire Barbaros Hayrettin Pasha, who was the pasha and the great admiral, was born in Plomari in 1473.. Although there is no trace of Barbaros in Plomari, this name is very important for the history of the seafaring town.
Akrasi, Ampeliko, Megalohori, Neohori, Paleohori, which is known as Plomaritohoria on the south coast of Lesbos The town, consisting of the villages of Plagia, Trigonas, has a strategic location.. Dominating Chios in Greece and Karaburun in Izmir, the town has a deep-rooted trade tradition.
Beautiful photos can be taken in the side streets of Plomari
The place where ouzo and olive oil soap were first produced
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Within the Greek islands, 19. Turning into one of the most important centers of industry, commerce, production and maritime trade in the mid-century, Plomari is also the place where the Greek national drink ouzo was first produced.. Today, just like raki, the quality of ouzo is measured by the water used.. Since Plomari has the best quality drinking water sources in the geography of Greece, the aroma it adds to ouzo is noticed everywhere.. There is no production today, except for a few ouzo workshops.. Plomari, with its beaches and cultural tourism, is a region where European, American and Turkish tourists spend more time in high season.. Since it is not very well known, the region, which is not crowded and uncomplicated, is ideal for those who want to relax and have a peaceful holiday. Ouzo, which he throws, is consumed in a similar way in coffee houses today.. Drinks thrown together while playing backgammon or chatting with friends accompany the pleasant conversation.. Unlike Turkey, the coffeehouse culture in Greece also includes the offering of liquor.
ouzos produced in Plomari
Because of the ouzo production, it is between Lesbos and Plomari. there is serious competition. What makes the cute town one step ahead of this competition is the quality water source and the qualified anise grown in the region with aromatic plants.. It is possible to count Pitsiladi, Yannaçi, Varvayani and Plomari/Isidoro Arvaniti among the ouzos that have become brands in the town.
Things to do in Plomari
The so-called ‘old town’ in the center of the town, which is one of the oldest settlements on the island, is where you can witness typical Greek architecture.. Two-story, bay window, mostly wooden houses line the narrow streets.. It is essential to enjoy walking among the historical houses on quiet and calm streets without traffic noise and to breathe the atmosphere of the town.
There are many shops, shops and coffee houses around the big plane tree in the city square.. After wandering the streets, it is quite enjoyable to relax, have a drink and chat with the local people.
The beaches, each carrying the blue flag, which are chirpy in the summer season, are an unforgettable experience for those who love sea, sand and sun holidays.. Agios Isidoros Beach is shown among the few beaches not only in the region but also in Greece.
Oceanis Cafe
Make sure to try frappe, one of the cold drinks consumed by the Greeks.. Iced coffee, which is prepared by adding milk and sugar according to preference, is available in cafes and coffee houses in every corner of the town.. One of my suggestions is the Oceanis Cafe, where we sit to drink frappe with its stylish design.. Souffle is around 3€, waffle is around 4€, frappe is around 2€, Turkish (Greek) coffee is around 1.5€.. When you sit in all restaurants and cafes, a large glass of water is offered free of charge.. Get immersed in life by sitting in the cafes that stretch towards the beach and the port.
There are 3 different museums in the town that appeal to enthusiasts. Varvayianni Ouzo Museum, Lomari Isidoros Arvanitis Ouzo Museum and Soap Museum are must-sees to see the most important production tools for this town.. The hospitality and warm welcome at the museums make people happy.
Where to stay in Plomari
There are nearly 25 accommodation options in the charming town.. Among these places that can be preferred according to the budget and accommodation concept, there is also a hostel, a luxury studio.. So before you go, decide exactly what kind of place you want to stay.. I stayed at Frini Studios on my trip to Plomari. There is a special 10 percent discount for Keşfetsek at the property that got full marks from me for its hospitality and approach.. Check out my Frini Studios post for discount details and a closer look at the facility.
The Mytilene-Plomari Road
How to get to Plomari
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Plomari is 42 km from the center of the island of Lesvos.. Due to the nature of the road, this journey takes approximately 50 minutes by private vehicle.. In order to go to this town from Turkey, it is necessary to take a ferry from Ayvalık to Lesbos.. After the ferry ride that takes 1 hour and 15 minutes, the port of Lesbos is reached.. There is a municipal bus service between Mytilene and Plomari that runs 3-4 times a day.. However, without the hassle of the city bus, choose a pleasant journey by renting a car and being included in the nature view.
Plomari with its unspoiled nature, friendly people, historical structures, magnificent beaches, ouzo, olive oil and soap >, one of the most beautiful corners of Lesbos. Those planning a trip to Mytilene should spend a few days in this beautiful town.
After our tiring and intense trip to India, we got out of the chaos and arrived in Nepal, where we said “oh there is a world”. We had a comfortable journey to Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, with a 55-minute flight from Varanasi.. Nepal is 3 hours 20 minutes ahead of Turkey and 15 minutes ahead of India.
From Victoria Subirano’s book named A teacher in Kathmandu so that you can get an idea before you come to Nepal. you can watch the movie “A Mirror in the Sky” which he freely inspired. It is the film that reveals how the education system in Nepal works, poverty and mysticism.
Kathmandu is located in the valley at the confluence of the Vishnumati and Bagmati rivers.. There are dozens of temples hidden between its streets.. While it is difficult to breathe from the exhaust fumes in its narrow streets, it is certain that you will discover many things in the company of colorful shops, peddlers, bookshops and local people.
A blend of 2 religions, It is very possible to see that Buddhism and Hinduism coexist in the country where it is intertwined, and this unity is reflected even in objects and temples.. Whether Buddhist or Hindu, everyone can easily perform their daily rituals according to their religious beliefs.. There are enough temples in the city. Someone who goes to work or wanders around the streets completes his prayer by ringing the bell in the tiny temple on the street and applying the red paint inside the temple to his forehead.. A person who has prayed has red paint on his forehead. When you see this, know that that person has prayed. Let’s not forget that the main element of flower worship. During the worship we witnessed in temples, they offer flowers to their gods and light candles.
We were surprised that the fruits we ate did not taste salty, although agriculture is the livelihood of the country.. Especially when we say that the banana is disgusting that we have not eaten in our life, we say it’s like straw, we ate a banana that tasted just like that.. We got our Nepal visa quickly and very easily at the airport for 25 USD (15 days). They came to meet us because our hotel had a pick-up service.. We arrived at our hotel without the need to take a taxi.
We wrote the details and places we visited in separate sections to be more descriptive.
But first, let’s list the must-haves and some information you need to know for those who are considering coming to Nepal:
Take a mask. Too much air pollution in the city. If you don’t want to walk in dust and smoke, take your mask.
Bring walking shoes. The roads are very bad and dusty.. If you don’t want your nails to get dirty, wear sneakers.
Those who come to Nepal by plane should get a free map from the airport.. The map you will get from the hotels is not very descriptive and guiding.
Visit the bookstores in the Thamel area. There is a wide variety of books, magazines and many products for anyone interested in books, not just travelers.
Buy LP-Nepal. If not, you can find it in Thamel.. But those who do not want to buy definitely need a guide in the temple areas.. But for me, the temples and the figures carved on the temple do not mean anything, if you only want to take pictures of them, you do not even need a guide.. They charge up to 100 rs from tourists, don’t give more than 25 rs. For your information! Locals don’t like discounts in Kathmandu.
. If you are going to shop, know that they sell you exponentially more expensive.
Although not everywhere, 25% tax is charged in many restaurants and cafes.
Have dinner at Northfield Restaurant in the Thamel area.. There will be a pleasant dinner next to a cozy wood fire accompanied by Nepali music.
Entrance fee to all Durbar squares.
Kathmandu Durbar Square : 750 rs.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square : 1100 rs.
Patan Durbar Square : 500 rs.
Eat jujudhav yogurt in Bhaktapur. We should have paid 25 rs for 3 yogurts, but because we are tourists we paid 150 rs
Eat Daal Bhaat. It’s like Indian Thali.
Eat Momo. A dish resembling a tibetan dumpling. Vegetable, buffalo meat, chicken options are available. A little spicy and bitter.
During the time we were in Kathmandu, we made kora in Buddhist temples, translated mantras and sent our wishes to the universe in the fastest way, we worshiped according to God in Hindu temples :), We photographed the most beautiful examples of Newari architecture, followed closely the funerals of the cremated dead in accordance with Hinduism, practiced their rituals, respectively, Svayambhu Mahachaitya (Monkey Temple) temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan Temple, Kathmandu and Patan Durbar Squares. SummaryArticle NameNepale ArrivalDescriptionAfter our tiring and intense trip to India, we got out of the chaos and arrived in Nepal, where we said “oh there is a world”. We had a comfortable journey with a 55-minute flight from Kathmandu Ya Varanasi, the capital of Nepal.. Nepal is 3 hours and 20 minutes ahead of Turkey and 15 minutes ahead of India.
There are some places that I came across somewhere and noted down and I couldn’t wait to go… Here is such a special route for me in Gdansk
I have been on my master’s degree for almost a year. Since I live in Brescia, Italy, I plan to visit various cities in Europe in combination.. I chose Gdansk first and said I’d go to Norway from here, to Alesund…
Gdansk Overview / Famous “Pencil Houses” of the City
My Plane Could Not Land in Gdansk
Here come the time, I went to Alesund and even got on the plane to Gdansk on the way back!
Oh what a plane ride…
While getting on I knew there was 55 km/h wind in Gdansk but I guessed it would be okay. But we couldn’t land on our first try, it passed, the plane was rocking like a cradle!
I Shared Those Moments We Couldn’t Land in Gdansk on Instagram @gorkemliyollarcom
An airstrip I was on for the first time in my life he had to pass, luckily the pilot managed to land in Gdansk on our second attempt…
It wasn’t a very good start, but I’m welcome Poland
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Finally Gdansk!
If the plane landed so hard, you should also think below, it’s as if I don’t come from the Norwegian fjords but went there, it’s so cold, wind, rain all together…
Since I got off at 10 pm anyway, I’m in trouble to go to my hostel and sleep You can actually reach the center directly from Gdansk Walesa airport by bus. But the buses after 11 o’clock leave at a different station called Wrzeszcz, and from there you reach the central Gdansk Glowny train station by commuter train.
That’s exactly how I got to the city and my hostel, but thanks to the Polish, who helped me while I was waiting for the bus. Thanks to a college couple…
Hello Gdansk / My First View in the City / Going to a Hostel
About Gdansk
Good morning from Gdanks!
This is Poland’ A city located on the Baltic Sea in the north of. Actually I visited all the Baltic countries and I loved it very much, but they said to Gdansk that this is Poland, you are not exactly Baltic
I mean this is Poland but Gdansk I think It’s even more beautiful than Poland…
Morning Hours / Walking By Motlawa
I’ve visited the capital Warsaw before, but now Gdansk is getting me pretty excited, let’s see what we’ll see…
Since my hostel is located at the northern end of the city, I also start walking from the riverside towards the center.
Yes, Gdansk is a typical Baltic city… I say that this city also has islands, rivers and plenty of water
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Too Much Wind, But Not Without a Selfie
The Spirit of Gdansk: Motlawa River
Our River is Motlawa!
If I follow the Motlawa river, Gdansk’ It means I can almost completely tour the city. Because the city consists of this city and the small islands it surrounds.
First of all, when I come across a beautiful Gdansk text, she says OK. um I’m in the right place…
I Love Those City Names You Must See Me To Understand The Wind…
The Famous Cute Pencil Houses of Gdansk
The first thing I want to tell you in Gdansk is actually Houses that make up the unique architecture of this city.
In fact, although you can see similar ones in other cities of Germany and Poland in general, the ones here are more characteristic.. Thin and long, crooked, colorful houses like pencils!
Famous Pencil Houses of Gdansk / I Found This Name If I Found It In The Sun From The Tip, A Selfie Immediately…
And to the bottom aren’t they built?
Sweetly narrowing the top floors…
I admit that I saw the aerial view of these house-filled streets and fell in love with Gdansk and I thought I should see it. . Yes, maybe I won’t be able to see it from the air, but I’ll still see it.
“The top floors, which narrow down sweetly…”
There Could Be A Modern Building Without Destroying The City!
But here it is one thing to visit and see another photo of it.. The photos did not have modern siblings of these typical Gdansk houses either!
Yes, as a civil engineer, I noticed the modern buildings in Gdansk from the very first minute. Because the modern structures here are “we are modern” They don’t smirk They went and built with a nice modern interpretation of architecture similar to their old brothers.
I can’t say I’m not impressed with this work, Gdansk can still be visited after 50 years…
Modern Gdansk Houses I Like Very Much, There Are Some More Futuristic As Well… These Also Provided a Nice Transition / Modern-Old
Is Crane One Of The Attractions In Gdansk?
Now by the riverside While walking on the promenade called “Deptak Nadwodny”, I see one of the first things that come to mind when I think of places to visit in Gdansk.
What is that Crane?
Interesting place in Gdansk Crane The River And The Crane Look Better Here
Yes “Crane” is one of the interesting structures in Gdansk. This used to be a crane building used to load ships. If I said old, of course.. century is quite old The original state is destroyed, but the current one is worth seeing.
There is the Black Pearl of the pirates of the caribbean a little further ahead, there are nice photos, try it here…
Black Pearl is also here <
Like the Harry Potter Scene: Mariacka Street!
I’m diving down the river into Mariacka Street now
Mariacka at first sight became my favorite place in this city!
I feel like I’m on the street where I’m going to choose a wand for Hogwarts. “Hagrid, where do we get the wand?”
Can it be without a photo Mariacka Street
In Gdansk, you can feel an interestingly slightly British air; mysterious buildings painted in a depressing style, staircases in front of houses small courtyards and magnificent artistic details…
These small courtyard houses on Mariacka Street are boutique shops! Local products, gifts or jewellery, whatever you are looking for. All meticulously furnished with excellent details, this place can be studied for a few hours.
Magnets Here from the Map Detailed Shops in Mariacka Are So Sweet
Across the river side of the street, the huge St.. Mary’s Church…
Undoubtedly, it is one of the most magnificent buildings in the city, you can go inside and have a look at it.. Mary’s Church Is Also Visible
The Rain Follows Me
Just at that moment I’m being caught in the rain!
If it rains, I have a solution; raincoat and my umbrella…
Now it’s time where the heart of Gdansk beats; Long Sunday!
Long Sunday With Shaking Rain
Long Sunday
Long Sunday ie Długi Targ is a classic Polish style market-square. I don’t know why these guys built such thin and long squares, but it happened
As the name suggests, this is a long market area. If I said market, it means small peddlers and generally the shops lined up along the square, better if I say square…
Long Market / Długi Targ
You can see the most beautiful of the typical cute pencil houses of Gdansk that I mentioned in the Long Market.. The ones here are a little more historical and have wonderful decorations.
Also, I think the most eye-catching structure of the square is Gdansk Town Hall.
Gdansk Town Hall with its golden inlaid tower and legendary beauty. The clock may be the most magnificent structure in this city!
The Long Market and the Magnificent Gdansk Town Hall
Gdansk, the City of Gates
My market is at one end of the street, the Golden Gate is at the riverside end there is also the Green Door…
I forgot to mention; Gdansk is the city of gates
You can often see these gates in the old city centre.. It is generally built like 2-3 storey private buildings and has arch-shaped openings from the inside and you enter and exit the square and the street from there.. Especially the Golden Gate is another beautiful one, don’t miss it…
I’ll be visiting soon The Golden Gate / The surprise is gone! The Sun Is Clearly Opening The Gates of Gdansk: This Green Gate by the River
Is it a Rainbow?
And these gates are rain shields for me! Because I’m stuck at the door leading to the river from Long Market, it’s raining heavily
But a few minutes later, “the sun?”
If there’s rain and sun, let the rainbow come !
My Rain Shield Behind the Green Door I Watch Gdansk with Rain and Sun; Delicious!
Things suddenly turn upside down in Gdansk, it’s sunny now
The weather in the city has really changed with the sun and rainbow. Those depressing houses have turned into bright spring colors, now It’s time to wander the streets and take photos a lot.
The Rainbow Has Arrived Can I Pass Such An Unforgettable Moment Without A Photograph? This Is The Back Side
Gdansk’s Islands
I set foot on one of Gdansk’s islands from the Green Bridge in front of the Green Gate. I say island, but it is a part of the city I say so only because rivers run on both sides.
This is also a very touristic area, but it is under construction for now, that catches my attention the most. lots of mobile sweet sellers I see around. Poland’s sugary pastry desserts are in vain, definitely try it!
Here’s the Island for You Just Kidding The River Divides A Wonderful Street I Discovered, Find It “Poland’s Candy Sweets pastry desserts of all kinds”
“The cafes of this city are very nice”
I want to have a snack and rest now. Şso that I can have a little view so that I can both fill my stomach and watch the city
Eat a great boutique pancake shop called “Pan Kejk” on the Long Market I came. There is everything to eat and drink here, and you won’t believe the prices. I got a great sandwich, salad and unlimited coffee for only 15-20 zloty.
I Need to Have a Rest and Eat Something / “Pakejk” Gdansk
Time to enjoy sunny Gdansk. I pass the Golden Gate at the upper end of the Long Market and open to the modern part of the city.
There is a triumphal arch-like gate and another historical building behind the Golden Gate.. You have now reached the wide streets of Gdansk here.
Gdansk Became Another Beautiful When The Sun Comes Out The Golden Gate I Just Mentioned Gdansk Houses Also Shine Differently!
A Little Out of the City, The Environment Is Different
There is a huge modern shopping mall right across the street. It is also possible to see socialist-style buildings when you go to a little bit further in the city. Gdansk dates back to different historical periods. It is a city that has witnessed it too.
I am now finishing my sightseeing in Gdansk.. You might think that this city is an atmospheric place anyway, and all its streets and avenues are special in general, so I say go everywhere
The Other Side of the Golden Gate and the Starting Point of the Modern City, The Shopping Center Just Opposite the Long Market , Trams and Wide Streets A Little Beyond the Shrin You Can See These Types of Buildings Now Some Gdansk Travel Tips!
My Travel Tips to Gdansk
“Gorkem, give me some tricks about Gdansk”
- The city has a whole architecture. explore on foot.
- Try local sweet pastries.
- Don’t miss the details at Mariacka.
- I I couldn’t do it, but Poland’s nightlife and beers must be tried.
- Get out of the city and discover different tracks in Gdansk.
I Couldn’t Have Had This Details of Gdansk Worth Discovering Sometimes You Know Before You Take the Perfect Photo My Unforgettable Gdansk and Rainbow Photograph / Poland
So Many Places to Visit in Poland!
It was a trip that met my expectations. I had high expectations when I came to Gdansk and it didn’t make any profit. It’s a very different place, especially from Warsaw.. Let’s see, I’ll have trips to Krakow and Katowice next month…
For now, I’m going back to Brescia. That’s all I have to say about Gdansk, I’m waiting for your questions in the comments section, best regards!
Continuation of the article: Alesund, Norway Travel Notes
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