Copernicus Perspective

An interesting perspective of the statue of Copernicus...as he gazes across the old town square.

The man who made Toruń!

Meet Toruń's most famous citizen...Mr Nicolas Copernicus. This statue of him, situated in the old town square has become a very popular meeting point for Toruń's citizens.

A Snowy Copernicus

Well the snow doesn't seem to want to go away and with the latest news coming from the UK it sounds as if we're not the only ones having to deal with inches and inches of snow. Wonder what Copernicus would make of his new white hat and scarf!!

The Pigeon & The Astronomer

Copernicus is Toruń's number one son...and quite rightly so they have cashed in on the fact that the great astronomer was born here. The famous gingerbread is named after him, as is the university and there is also a hotel named in his honour.

Here is a view of the famous Copernicus statue...albeit from an unusual perspective from high up in the Town Hall tower.

COPERNICUS RETURNS TO TORUŃ!

Today, is a very special day here in Toruń...to celebrate the anniversary of Copernicus' birth (here in Toruń many years ago)...the great man himself has returned to our city!

In North Poland, they dug up the remains of Nicolas Copernicus to prove that they were indeed his. They then transported the remains all the way back to Toruń...and today (for one day only) the small sarcophagas with Copernicus' remains are on display inside the Cathedral.

TORUŃ DAILY PHOTO was granted a press pass and given access all areas (thanks to the Marshall's Office) to give you all an exclusive first-hand look at this historical event.

Your comments and thoughts about the return of Nicolaus Copernicus to Toruń will be greatly appreciated!