Royal Baths Park in Warsaw

Łazienki Królewskie (The Royal Baths Park) is a palace and garden complex in Warsaw, established in the 18th century by King Stanisław August Poniatowski. It has been the seat of the Royal Łazienki Museum since 1960 and boasts a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, when the area served as a hunting ground for the Dukes of Mazovia. The park features numerous valuable architectural structures, including the neoclassical Palace on the Isle, designed by Dominik Merlini, as well as buildings such as the White House, the Myślewicki Palace, and the Amphitheatre—a renowned venue for summer concerts. Within Łazienki, visitors can admire a variety of gardens: the Royal Garden, the Romantic Garden, the Modernist Garden, and the Chinese Garden, each reflecting different horticultural styles and era-specific preferences. Historically, after the death of Stanisław August Poniatowski in 1798, the estate passed to his nephew and later became the property of the Russian tsars, who expanded the complex. During the Second Polish Republic, it was transferred to the State Treasury, and after World War II, it suffered extensive damage. However, it was meticulously rebuilt and transformed into a museum. Notable features include the Sunday Chopin concerts, held outdoors by the Fryderyk Chopin monument since 1959, and the fact that between 1958 and 1970, the palace hosted confidential talks between U.S. and Chinese ambassadors. Łazienki Królewskie is not only a green oasis but also a place rich in history, architecture, and culture. It is an important landmark in Warsaw and a member of the European Royal Residences Association.