Niedźwiedź Wojtek, Żagań
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Facts and practical information
Wojtek was a Syrian brown bear bought, as a young cub, at a railway station in Hamadan, Iran, by Polish II Corps soldiers who had been evacuated from the Soviet Union. In order to provide for his rations and transportation, he was eventually enlisted officially as a soldier with the rank of private, and was subsequently promoted to corporal. ()
Day trips
Niedźwiedź Wojtek – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Pałac Książęcy, Kościół pw. Wniebowzięcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny, Kościół Świętych Apostołów Piotra i Pawła.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Niedźwiedź Wojtek?
Nearby attractions include Kościół Świętych Apostołów Piotra i Pawła, Żagań (2 min walk), Pałac Książęcy, Żagań (4 min walk), Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Żagań (7 min walk), Kościół pw. Wniebowzięcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny, Żagań (7 min walk).
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