The Zone of Culture is the evidence of revitalisation, which Katowice has experienced in recent years. This comprehensive development project is today one of the most recognisable spots on the city map and a site attracting not only culture lovers. Lookin
The Zone of Culture is the evidence
of revitalisation, which Katowice has experienced in recent years.
This comprehensive development project is today one of the most
recognisable spots on the city map and a site attracting not only
culture lovers. Looking at innovative architectural solutions,
skilfully combined with green squares, it is difficult to imagine
that only twenty years ago coal was mined on this site. Today only
refurbished mine buildings, adapted to the needs of culture, prove
that a mine was once operating here. The entire project is an
excellent proof of dynamic changes Katowice undergoes and of the new
vision of the city. The area has four pillars: a museum, a concert
hall, a congress centre, and an entertainment- -sports arena, between
which there is space intended for residents and their guests. The
new house of the Silesian Museum was harmoniously composed with the
former mine buildings and most of the exhibition was transferred
underground. Fantastic acoustics of the National Symphonic Orchestra
of Polish Radio hall is emphasised by music lovers and musicians from
the entire world, who give concerts in Katowice. The International
Congress Centre is a multifunctional facility, being the venue of
many training courses, congresses, fairs, or conferences. This unique
quartet is complemented by ‘Spodek’ - a legendary arena, which
after modernisation remains one of the most important
sports-entertainment facilities in the country, being a guarantee of
an exceptional atmosphere and unforgettable experience.
More information about the above-mentioned objects available on:
Silesian Museum
NOSPR
International Congress Centre
Spodek Arena
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