Belweder, Presidential palace in Śródmieście, Warsaw, Poland
Belweder is a brick palace in central Warsaw that stands at the edge of the Vistula River escarpment and connects to Łazienki Park through gardens. The facade follows classical proportions with light-colored outer walls, while the building spans two stories and features a central entrance area.
The building originated in the 17th century and later underwent extensive rebuilding that gave it the classical form seen today. Between 1918 and 1922, it served as the official seat of Józef Piłsudski during the founding period of the modern Polish state.
The name comes from Italian and refers to the wide view over the city that people once enjoyed from here. The rooms today combine ceremonial functions with the work of state institutions, without being open for visits.
The palace is a working administrative building and cannot be visited, but the grounds around it remain accessible. The surrounding area offers walking paths through quiet gardens, suitable for a detour during a park visit.
In 1818, eight-year-old Fryderyk Chopin gave his first public concert here before an invited audience. The event marked the beginning of his public career, long before he became known internationally.
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