Rodzina, Katowice

Name: Rodzina
Address: Katowice, Poland

#68 among attractions in Katowice

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Family Sculpture, Family Monument in Katowice - a monument, actually a sculpture in Katowice's Koszutka district, located on the western side of Grunwaldzki Square, at the intersection of Sokolska Street and Gustaw Morcinek Street.

The sculpture was created in the 1960s. Its author is architect Jerzy Egon Kwiatkowski. The sculpture depicts a family of three: parents holding a child in the air. Before the sculpture's cover was restored to its original appearance, its texture and color were uniform. In June 2016, the mosaic cover was restored to the sculpture.

Coordinates: 50°16'7"N, 19°1'15"E

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Zespół dzielnic śródmiejskich (Koszutka)Katowice Poland

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Rodzina – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spodek, Silesia City Center, Silesian Insurgents' Monument, Silesian Museum.

~1100 ftSE
Sport venue, Sport, Novelty architecture
Spodek, Katowice
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Katowice, Poland, the Spodek arena stands as a testament to modernist architecture and the city's passion for sports and entertainment. Known for its distinctive saucer-like shape, Spodek—which translates to "saucer" in Polish—has become an...
0.8 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Silesia City Center, Katowice
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Katowice, Poland, Silesia City Center stands as a testament to modern retail and leisure experiences. This expansive shopping center has become a focal point for both locals and visitors seeking a comprehensive shopping experience.
~1990 ftS
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Silesian Insurgents' Monument, Katowice
10 min walk • The Silesian Insurgents' Monument in Katowice, Poland, stands as a profound tribute to the men and women who fought for the region's autonomy during the three Silesian Uprisings between 1919 and 1921. This imposing memorial is a testament to the resilience...
0.6 miS
Museum, Art museum, Neo-renaissance architecture
Silesian Museum, Katowice
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Katowice, Poland, the Silesian Museum is a cultural gem that serves as a beacon of the region's rich history and contemporary art. This innovative institution is housed in a remarkable post-industrial space, repurposed from an old coal mine...
0.6 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galeria Skarbek, Katowice
16 min walk • "Skarbek" Cooperative Department Store - a department store in downtown Katowice, located at the Market Square, at the intersection of 3 Maja Street and Adama Mickiewicza Street.
0.9 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Mary's Church, Katowice
23 min walk • St. Mary's Church, an emblematic spiritual and architectural landmark, stands gracefully in the heart of Katowice, Poland. This sacred edifice, with its neo-Gothic style, is not only a place of worship but also a testament to the city's rich history and cultural...
0.6 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Architecture
Silesian Theatre, Katowice
16 min walk • The Silesian Theatre, a beacon of culture in the heart of Katowice, Poland, stands as a testament to the rich theatrical tradition of the region. This prestigious institution, which has been the centerpiece of Silesian culture since its inception, offers a diverse...
0.7 miSW
City hall, Neo-renaissance architecture, Vernacular architecture
Goldstein Palace, Katowice
19 min walk • The Pałac Goldsteinów or Goldstein Palace is neo-renaissance palace, which was built by two brothers, Abraham and Joseph Goldstein. It is located in Katowice, Silesia, Poland, at the west end of the city centre, at 50°15′33″N 19°0′47″E. The palace is representative for the building style of second part of the 1870s.
0.7 miS
Church, Romanesque revival architecture, Romanesque architecture
Church of the Resurrection, Katowice
19 min walk • Church of the Resurrection in Katowice is a neo-Roman Evangelical-Augsburg church in the Śródmieście district, Katowice, Poland. It was built in the years 1856–1858 and was the first masonry church in Katowice.
0.4 miSE
Art museum, Museum, Street
Jerzy Ziętek Square, Katowice
11 min walk • The Rondo Generała Jerzego Ziętka in Katowice is the roundabout in the centre of the city, in the Silesian Voivodship in southern Poland. On that main traffic circle, the Aleja Korfantego and the road 79, part of the Drogowa Trasa Średnicowa, meet.
0.6 miSW
Theater, Opera, Concerts and shows
Silesian Philharmonic, Katowice
17 min walk • The Filharmonia Śląska w Katowicach is a music institution in Katowice, Silesia, Poland. The Silesian Philharmonic in Katowice was founded in 1945. The first concert of the orchestra took place on 26 of May 1945. A mixed choir was added in 1973.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rodzina?

Nearby attractions include Koszutka, Katowice (5 min walk), Miejski Dom Kultury "Koszutka", Katowice (5 min walk), Silesian Insurgents' Monument, Katowice (10 min walk), Jerzy Ziętek Square, Katowice (11 min walk).

How to get to Rodzina by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rodzina:

Bus

Koszutka Morcinka • Lines: 119, 133, 168, 170, 27, 43, 5, 600, 61, 860, 906N, 911, 911N, C8 (2 min walk)
Koszutka Kino Kosmos • Lines: 296, 30, 30N (2 min walk)

Tram

Koszutka Misjonarzy Oblatów • Lines: T13, T16, T43 (5 min walk)
Katowice Sokolska • Lines: T0, T11, T19, T23, T6 (6 min walk)

Train

Katowice (20 min walk)
Zoo (33 min walk)