Poznan, Poland is one of the oldest metropolitan areas in all of Eastern Europe. Indeed, when the first Polish dynasty conquered the surrounding territory during the 10th century, Poznan was declared the first capital of the kingdom. Situated conveniently between Berlin and Warsaw, it remains a powerful industrial center and a magnetic cultural forum.

Poznan is located in the west central corridor of the country. It is heavily influenced by German culture and politics. Even during the high point in the reign of the Polish monarchs during the 16th and 17th centuries, Poznan remained bound tightly to Germany. That said, the city is also a bastion of Polish nationalism. Entombed within the city's grand cathedral are some of the first and most recognized Polish rulers. King Pzemysl I, Duke Casimir the Restorer, King Boleslaus the Brave, and several other dynamic figures are all buried here.

Yet as much as the city recognizes its vital past, it is eminently modern. In the plush restaurants and cosmopolitan hotels, you can enjoy European delicacies and cuisines from around the globe. Poznan also plays host to an international trade show, which attracts thousands of visitors every year.

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