Torun (Thorn), Poland; statue of Nicolaus Copernicus, Rynek Nowemiejski.

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The Teutonic Knights built a castle in Torun in 1230AD. The town later joined the Hanseatic league and became a major trading centre. The medieval town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Size: 5120px × 3413px
Location: Torun (Thorn), Poland
Photo credit: © David Sutherland / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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