Toruń
The spiralling path that leads up to the top of the 35-metre mound, 330 metres above sea level, gives a picturesque view of the city and River Wisła. Built to commemorate Polish leader Tadeusz Kosciuszko in 1820 the mound contains soil from battlefields Kosciuszko fought on in America and Poland. During the construction many Poles came from around the country and even abroad to help with its construction, many bringing small amounts of soil and adding it to the mound, symbolising their unity despite their geographical distance.
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Monumental effort: Poland’s historic monuments stand tall
