Sometimes making photos may be pure fun as it was for me on a late Summer afternoon in Wilanów gardens (Warsaw, July 2017)

Wilanów Palace, located in Warsaw, Poland, serves as a significant historical monument and museum. Constructed between 1677 and 1696, it was originally built for King Jan III Sobieski and is an exemplar of Baroque architecture. Remarkably, the palace survived Poland’s partitions and both World Wars with minimal damage, retaining much of its original form. The palace’s architecture blends European art with traditional Polish building forms, featuring decorations that include sculptures and frescoes depicting the military triumphs of Jan III Sobieski, among other themes. The palace interiors are preserved in the original style, showcasing royal furniture, paintings, and other period artifacts that provide insight into the life of Polish royalty. Surrounding the palace are the Wilanów gardens, which cover an area of 45 hectares and are divided into two main styles: the Baroque garden and the English landscape garden. The Baroque garden, located to the south of the palace, is characterized by its symmetrical layout and elaborate garden sculptures. This garden was designed to symbolize the perfect order of the world. In contrast, the English landscape garden, added in the 19th century, offers a more naturalistic setting with picturesque arrangements of trees, winding paths, and water features. The palace and gardens are not only a cultural and historical treasure but also serve as a public museum and a venue for cultural events, including concerts and art exhibitions. They attract tourists and scholars interested in Baroque art and architecture, Polish history, and landscape design.