Warsaw. The sleeping giant is awakening. After suffering the worst of the 20th century, from absolute destruction to decades of repression, the rebuilt patchwork is thrumming with energy. Its beauty might be unconventional, but Warsaw's riches lie elsewhere. Interactive museums and fresh art tackle the past with sensitivity. Chefs reinterpret traditional cuisine; sweeping parks are alive with art and music. Even the Palace of Science and Culture-Stalin's "gift" to the Polish people-has been reclaimed with cinemas, theatres, libraries and clubs. Sharing their side to Warsaw are a few local legends: the godfather of Polish techno, a leading fashion designer, an architect and dramatist couple, and a photographer who's found success abroad but still prefers home. A feature pits commercialism against culture, a short story portrays a nocturnal scene, and a photo showcase treads the boundaries of society. It's all about original minds and the creative vibe. Cocktails in a secret cellar, food stalls in a disused train station, ramen in a donut shop, parties in a former hospital, avant-garde posters, a rooftop park- Get lost in the city that keeps on rising Includes: - 5 long-form interviews with celebrated locals on their relationship with Warsaw and their absolute favorite spots in town - A selection of the hottest places to visit in two of the city's most charismatic neighborhoods - A selection of our top picks for the entire city - An in-depth story about the menace of unbridled development in the city centre - A photo showcase on a Miss Trans pageant by World Press Photo-winner Maciek Nabrdalik - An original piece of fiction by Jakub Zulczyk Recommended books, films & music to get you in the Warsaw state of mind.