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The nation's capital, Warsaw, sits 260 kilometres to the northeast of Giszowiec.
Out of Giszowiec, it's only 25 kilometres southeast to Oswiecim. Hit the road and check out the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum, a famous attraction that attractions travellers from far and wide.
You'll find a selection of terrific attractions 5 kilometres away in Katowice. Consider allocating some time to explore Cathedral of Christ the King, Kosciuszko Park, the Silesian Museum and everything else the region has on offer.
Silesian Park is a tempting spot for a delicious picnic and a walk on a clear day. Remember to take your camera!
There's nothing like the atmosphere of a live soccer match! See the Poland national football team compete on their home turf at Silesian Stadium, an impressive arena 10 kilometres away in Katowice.
Take the chairlift to the summit of Ustron Ski Resort, lap up the stunning panoramic views and then carve your way back to base. For even more teeth-chattering thrills, see what's on offer at Szczyrk Ski Resort.
How do you like the sound of the University of Silesia and Silesia City Center? These awesome sights are in Kolonia Boera, located just 6 kilometres southwest of Giszowiec. Or perhaps Goldstein Palace and Silesian Philharmonic appeal more to you? To see them, travel to Czeladz, 10 kilometres north.
You may get the urge to stay in Siemianowice Slaskie for a little while. This destination is 10 kilometres away and not far from Silesian Planetarium, Silesian Rope Park and Park Kultury i Wypoczynku Jerzego Zietka. Some other nearby attractions are the FairExpo Convention Center and the Śląski Golf Club.
Are you ready to nibble, nip, chomp, chew and gulp your way across Katowice - Slaskie? A world of unique flavours is waiting for you, so slip on your stretchiest jeans and bon appétit!
Looking for some insight into the regional food? We recommend tasting beef and cabbage, two common ingredients used in many of the dishes here.
No true foodie would visit Giszowiec without sampling at least one of the classic dishes, such as kotlet schabowy (breaded cutlet) and knysza (pita bread with meat and cabbage).
If a life without dessert is not a life you'd like to imagine, you should definitely indulge in some Mmakiełki (gingerbread extract, nuts and dried fruit, strawberry compote and almonds). This sweet treat tells the story of the area in just one bite.
Your time spent in Giszowiec will certainly be much more fulfilling if you master a couple of the local expressions. Try to get your mouth around 'Sto lat!'. It means 'happy birthday'. Maybe you'll find 'Dobranoc' is a bit easier to roll off the tongue? This means 'good night'.
Don't forget to pencil the 3rd of May in your schedule. To the locals, this means just one thing — Constitution Day. A major day of celebrations, this is a terrific time to check out the country.
When it finally comes time to leave, spend the last of your holiday allowance and say one final "Na razie" to Giszowiec.
Pyrzowice Airport (KTW) is the closest terminal, 30 kilometres to the north. Make sure you leave more than enough time to get there.
If you're keen to find a cosy room without all the bells and whistles, the Campanile Katowice, located at Ul Sowinskiego 48, is one of your best bets. One more place that offers excellent service at a nice price is the Hotel Diament Stadion Katowice/Chorzów, which can be found at ul. Katowicka 10. Alternatively, let the expert staff at the Hotel Monopol or the Vienna House Easy Angelo Katowice take care of you. After all, what are getaways for if not spoiling yourself?
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