Well the day has arrived for us to leave this lovely city.We have really enjoyed our stay and feel lucky to have had such a varied trip to date. The bridge between the old east and the west is not as great as you might imagine. It is a well ordered place from what we have seen.People appear friendly and contented.No sign of disaffected groups hanging out but it is a party town where many countries are represented.Lots of clubs,bars and food outlets so tourists are well catered for.Prices are cheap and service comes free unless you choose to tip.Police do not carry guns on the street and they are low key.Cars and rail cars stop for pedestrians here,so you feel safe.
The culture is strong here despite centuries of oppression and war between neighbour's. The music and arts flourish and they have a very old university with illustrious alumni.
Our last day was spent exploring the old Royal Walk up to the castle and the cathedral.This is an attractive place overlooking the city and a strategic spot on the River Vistula.
We got tickets to the state room in the castle and saw through the state rooms which housed treasures in art and furniture.We wanted to see the ceiling with the heads of kings embedded in it.No photos allowed here though so a postcard is the best I can do.The ceilings throughout and the candelabras were impressive.
We had hoped to see the cathedral and dragon but ran out of time but we had a good wander about and saw the bronze statue of The Lady of Ermine by Van Dyke.
Back to the hotel and gathered up our bags to head for the bus station and get my phone fixed at the Samsung shop.
Next few hours en route to Girona where we arrived late but still 17 degrees.A lot women than our last few days in Poland.
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