Falowiec
Today, Falowiec is a topic that has become increasingly relevant in our society. It has become a point of interest for people of all ages and around the world. Its impact can be observed in different areas of daily life, from politics and economics, to culture and entertainment. Falowiec has sparked passionate debates and generated different opinions and perspectives. In this article, we will explore different aspects related to Falowiec, from its origin to its influence today, as well as the possible future scenarios that could arise as a result of its evolution.
Falowiec (plural: falowce; from the Polish word fala, wave) is a block of flats characterised by its length and wavy shape. This type of building was built in Poland in the late 1960s and 1970s in the city of Gdańsk, where there are eight buildings of this type. It is an example of post-war modernism in the PRL.[1]
The best-known falowiec in Gdańsk, located at the Obrońców Wybrzeża street, is the second longest housing block in Europe.[1] It has:
- 11 stories (10 plus the ground floor)
- nearly 6,000 occupants
- 1,792 flats
- a length of around 860 m (2,821.52 ft)[1]
It was featured in the 5th episode of The Amazing Race 23 as part of a roadblock.
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Similar developments
- Byker Wall, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- Corviale, Rome, Italy
- Prora, Rügen, Germany
- Park Hill, Sheffield, UK
- Karl Marx-Hof, Vienna, Austria
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