Poland

From Belgium we flew to Warsaw in Poland to meet Adam, one of Matt's colleagues from work. Having a 'local' as a friend is the best way to see the heart of a place. We visited 'Lazienki Park' on Saturday and walked through some beautiful gardens, after a leisurely stroll around the lake, as well as visiting Chopin's Monument. :)

As you may be aware Warsaw was completely demolished in 1945 in the war. So, the city, while being re-built to the original blue prints, is really only 50 years old. We visited areas of the 'old town' of Warsaw that have never been restored. The statue of the little boy soldier (left) is a memorial of the many people, including children as young as this boy, who died in WWII, fighting for their Independence.
On a brighter note, on Sunday, Adam drove us to the south east of Poland to Wroclaw, a beautiful old town perfect for a night out. We enjoyed coffee and beer while watching street performers before dinner. Afterwards Adam took Matt and I to a couple of local night clubs. Dang; the Polish can dance!

Bright and early Monday morning (ouch!) Adam drove Matt and I to a train station where we caught a train to the into the Czech Republic and on to Prague!

...and photos too!