Palace of Culture and Science
CountryPoland
Height237 m
Year1955
TypeSkyscraper
About Palace of Culture and Science
A gift from Stalin to Poland. 42 floors. Controversial as a symbol of Soviet domination. Originally named after Stalin. The tallest building in Poland. Contains theaters, cinemas, museums, and offices.
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