The Royal Castle, one of the symbols of Warsaw, the capital of Poland, is one of the city's most visited tourist attractions.
The Royal Castle in Warsaw, built in the 13th century, was the center where kings and princes ruled the country and parliamentary meetings were held for many years.
The castle, which was destroyed by heavy bombardment during World War II, was rebuilt to its original appearance after the war. Oriental rugs, antique furniture, coin collections and works by famous artists are displayed in the Royal Castle, which today serves as a museum.
Visitors are especially interested in the Oval Gallery, the Knights Room, the Throne Room, the Assembly Hall, and the Shrine.
The Constitution of May 3, 1791, one of the oldest written constitutions in the world, was prepared by the “Quadrennial Parliament” held in this building.
Today, the building has the status of a state museum and national historical monument, welcoming visitors in Castle Square at the entrance to the old city.
Tour guide Yakup Doğru, a Polish citizen of Turkish origin, said the building is one of the top historical and tourist sites in Warsaw.
Stating that the historical building was the site of important events in the country's history over the years, Doğru said, “At the end of World War II, during the Warsaw Uprising, the palace and the old city were destroyed on Hitler's instructions. The people were motivated and rebuilt the palace in exactly the same way, using the same type of stone.”
