My Trip to Wroclaw - Dwarves
Wroclaw, the largest city in western Poland, has a rich history dating back to the 10th century. The city has been ruled by various powers throughout its history, including Poland, Bohemia, Austria, Prussia, and Germany. It was heavily damaged during World War II, but has since been rebuilt and restored.
One of the most unique and iconic features of Wroclaw is its traditional dwarves, or "Krasnale." These small statues, which are typically less than a meter tall, can be found all over the city, and have become a beloved symbol of Wroclaw.
The tradition of the dwarves began in the early 2000s, when a group of local artists decided to create a series of small statues to decorate the city. The first statue, created in 2005, was a simple, unpainted dwarf. However, as more statues were added, they became more and more elaborate, with intricate designs and bright colors.
Originally, these dwarves have been a symbol of rebellion and they were painted all over the city walls. On 1st June 1988, 10 thousand of people dressed like dwarves went into the street for a peaceful protest against soviet regime and the martial law.
Today, there are over 300 dwarves scattered throughout Wroclaw, each with its own unique design. Some are dressed in traditional Polish costumes, while others depict famous historical figures or characters from popular culture. Many of the dwarves are also interactive, with buttons that, when pressed, play music or sound effects.
The dwarves have become a popular tourist attraction, and many visitors to Wroclaw enjoy searching for and collecting pictures with as many dwarves as possible. The tradition has also spread to other cities in Poland and Europe, with similar statues popping up in other cities.
Overall, the dwarves of Wroclaw are a charming and beloved symbol of the city, and a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of its residents. They have become a popular tourist attraction and a source of pride for the people of Wroclaw.
So, let’s start here with the Dwarves. And you will see sometimes particular “living dwarves”. Well, we are me and Mike :D
Enjoy this Dwarf trip!
The Flag Dwarf
The Toasting Dwarf
The Vodka Dwarf
The radio Dwarf
The Travelling Dwarf
The Judge Dwarf
The Artistic Dwarf
The Dwarves Orchestra + Mary Dwarf 😜
The Sleeping Dwarf
The Handicapped Dwarves
The Pot Dwarf
The repairing Dwarf
The Love Dwarf
The Locked Dwarf
The father Dwarf
The Showman Dwarf
The Mechanic Dwarf
The Drinking Dwarf
Another Drinking Dwarf
The Bell Dwarf
The Legend’s Penitence Dwarf
The Brick Dwarf
The Rescuer Dwarf
The Bard Dwarves
The Trading Dwarf
The rider Dwarf
The treasure Dwarf
The relaxing Dwarf
The Freedom Dwarf
The Smartworking Dwarf
The Newspaper Dwarf
The wizard Dwarf
The Pretzel Dwarf
The Television Dwarf
The Biker Dwarf
The water pump Dwarf
The Visitor Dwarf
The Veteran Dwarf
The Woodcutter Dwarves
The Guardian Dwarf
haha you took a picture of all the dwarfs! Very nice! I visit Wroclaw in 2017 and I love it! I remember kids leaving coins to the dwarfs! It was so nice!!
Eheheheh, well, not really all the Dwarves but yes, we took picture of more than 100 of them. So were were more or less at 1/3 of the whole work :D
Non conoscevo questa città, ma devo ammettere che conosco anche poco la Polonia. Grazie per questo post. Mi è piaciuta molto l’idea di vedere una città in cui c’è il culto dei nani, deve essere anche molto simpatico passeggiare per le strade della città e imbattersi in tutte quelle statue di nani.
Davvero un sacco. Era anche un bell'esercizio di concentrazione nello scovarli 😎
Mio figlio girerebbe per questa città tutto il giorno alla ricerca dei nani, probabilmente dovremmo saltare anche il pranzo … !LOLZ
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