Faculty of History, University of Warsaw, History department at Krakowskie Przedmieście Street, Warsaw, Poland.
Description
The Faculty of History is an academic institution at the University of Warsaw located on Krakowskie Przedmieście Street in the city center. The building contains multiple lecture halls, offices, and libraries that serve the institution's various research and teaching areas.
History
The department was founded in 1930 under Professor Marceli Handelsman as an independent academic unit within the University of Warsaw. It underwent significant changes during and after World War II but was rebuilt and continues as an important center for historical research and education.
Culture
The faculty hosts research groups focused on different time periods and regularly organizes public lectures and seminars. Visitors can sense the scholarly environment in the corridors and reading rooms where historical study is an active daily practice.
Practical
The building is located near other university facilities and is easily accessible by public transportation. Most areas are reserved for enrolled students and researchers, so visitor access to certain sections may be limited.
Did you know?
The Department of Ancient History based here is the largest of its kind in Poland, specializing in Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern civilizations. This concentrated expertise attracts researchers from around the world to study these ancient cultures.
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