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Socialist Realism: Kosciuszki Square

One thing which always fascinated me on my trips to the Ex-Soviet bloc countries is the socialist realism architecture of the early post war period.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find that many examples of this architectural style in Wroclaw, but at least the centrally located Kosciuszki Square is well worth seeing. It is a large square with wide boulevards and uniform granite buildings offering a bit of grey charm from Soviet times. The buildings around the square were constructed in the 60's.

Directions:
Kosciuszki Square is located about 1 km south of the Market Square (Rynek).

The Bermuda Triangle

The so called Bermuda Triangle district offers a dramatic contrast to the area around the beautifully restored Market Square.

Most of the old houses in the Bermuda Triangle are run down, but have interesting facades with oriels, little statues or other nice details.

When wandering around the streets you might feel as if you have stepped back into WWII times.
Please note that the Bermuda Triangle district is said to be not the safest area of Wroclaw, so watch yourself.

Directions:
The Bermuda Triangle district is situated in the area south of Traugutta street and east of Pulaskiego street. This area is located east of the Old Town (Stare Miasto).