Situated in the South Eastern Polish region of Upper Silesia, Katowice is most famous for its industrial contributions to Poland through the 19th century. The heart of the city is home to an extensive number of historical monuments, museums and other cultural places of interest. It’s also full of some of the best traditional Polish restaurants in the region, making it a destination that has been steadily growing in popularity over recent years. Katowice is also in close proximity to a number of beautiful natural sights such as the Beskid Mountains.