The Grand Pianist

What I absolutely love about Toruń...is that there is always something happening in town. Last night this pianist was out in force with a grand piano serenading onlookers...all under the watchful eye of Copernicus and the Town Hall.

Rod Rocks Toruń!

Images courtesy of Graham Harris

Last night, Rod Stewart was live in Toruń! He performed all his greatest hits to many Polish fans at the MotoArena stadium. This is the 2nd time that a big name has come to Toruń; last year Jose Carreras also peformed. If this is to become a regular occurrence...then who will it be next year? Madonna?!!

Many thanks to Graham Harris for sending in the photos.

A Rock Legend in Toruń

Well they are really trying to put Toruń on the international map. The average UK tourist has no idea where Toruń is...and yet Mr Rock Legend himself Rod Stewart has chosen Toruń as the sole Polish venue for an upcoming concert. On 11th June "Mr Maggie May" will be rocking the aisles in Toruń's new Motor Arena stadium. It's not the first time that an international music legend has performed in Toruń. Last year Jose Carreras (one 1/3 of The Three Tenors) gave a one-night performance at the stadium. It's all part of a strategy to try and get some punters in (other than speedway fans). And why not? Great to have some international stars here in Toruń!

TORUŃ BY NIGHT: Hotel Karczma Spichrz and Mostowa Gate

Continuing our special series of night shots, here is the view on the other side of the gate featured in the last couple of posts. Next to the recently restored gate is the Hotel Karczma Spichrz. The building used to be a granary and has now been beautifully renovated and turned into a hotel. The hotel also boasts a traditional Polish restaurant where you can enjoy rustic meals and even listen to a spot of live folk music!