The Old Town of Torun, Poland was originally constructed in the 14th century. Located very near the geographic center of modern Europe, the metropolis is in many ways a significant crossroads. German, Austrian, Russian, and traditional Polish influences can all be felt here. According to some surveys, Torun and the nearby city of Bydgoszcz are actually one large cosmopolitan region.

If you're going to visit the Old Town of Torun, there are several "must see" attractions you should check out. For one, you should visit Copernicus's birthplace. Copernicus, who was born in Torun in 1473, grew up to become one of the most revolutionary astronomers of all time. At Jagellonian University in the larger city of Krakow, Copernicus first presented his revolutionary idea of heliocentrism.

You might also stroll by the leaning tower of Torun, a medieval fortress which has tipped to its side over the course of the centuries. It's also good idea to drop by the Cathedral of St. John's, a 50+ meter high structure that contains the second-largest bell (seven tons) in all of Europe. Finally, you want to take in the House Under the Star, a 17th century construction located in the heart of Old Town Square.

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