Cleaning Windows

The only way to these windows is by crane! This guy was hard at work cleaning the windows of Queensland Cafe in the Old Market Square. With temperatures now as low as minus 20 and no gloves...I imagine it wasn't a pleasant experience.

Clearing the Snow

Taken last night in Szeroka (the main street of Toruń)...these street cleaners were clearing away the snow. When it comes to snow here in Poland, the Poles really do know how to cope with it. Yes...it may be a shame to clear away the snow. But then again...at least the transport generally runs on time, schools remain open and the country sill runs. Shame, we cannot say the same for the UK. How come Britain can't cope with a spot of snow?!!

Copernicus not only moved the Earth...he helped move the snow too!

Wow, today's post certainly has the claim of having the longest title ever on Toruń Daily Photo. Many are probably wondering what has Copernicus got to do with today's post? You may know of the popular saying that Copernicus stopped the sun and moved the Earth. If you weren't familiar with this; it is inscriped in Latin on the plinth of Copernicus' statue here in Toruń.

Still, what has Copernicus got to do with moving all this snow? Well...on Friday there will be a huge event here at Toruń's Cathedral...and the local cleaners were out in force to remove most of the snow around the cathedral.

I won't give too many secrets away about the event just yet. But all I can reveal is that the great astronomer will be the main focal point of the event...literally! Tune in on Friday to learn more!

The Great Big Clean Up - THIS IS HOW IT'S DONE!!

No sooner has the snow fallen down onto Toruń, then everyone starts to clear it away. Snow ploughs pile onto the streets, a team of cleaners march into town with grit and salt and shop keepers sweep away the snow from in front of their shops. Thez have to because if they dont they are liable for any injury that happens if someone was to fall over by their shop. If they dont clear away the snow from their pavement they could be fined (the going rate is about 100PLN).

Britain take note! It snows more here in Poland...and yet the country still operates like clockwork. This is how its done! Start investing in your snow ploughs and grit!