Sweet home Września

My home town is Września.

I’m sure every one of you has heard of this place at one time or another, thanks to the famous Children of Września who refused to pray in German, which resulted in a severe punishment delivered by their Prussian teachers. I think it is important to mention that, however reasonable it would seem to ban it, German is still one of the languages taught in the local schools.

There’s so much to say about this place that I find it difficult to decide what to write about. So I think it would be best to write what Września means to me.

I’ve lived in Września since I was born and I think it will always be my home. Even though I sometimes nag about some features of it, like the lack of public transport or roundabouts sprouting on almost every possible crossroads, I am a Child of Września at heart (those of you who want to point out that I do study German, remember that I don’t find it particularly pleasant).

Września is much quieter than Poznań and that is what I really like about it.

My family and I usually take a stroll around the artificial lake of Lipówka, which is a trully beautiful place. I love going there because, even though there are always people walking here and there, it is really peaceful and you can take some awesome pictures there.

In summer, when it’s nice and warm, I enjoy riding my bike around the city, with no actual destination in mind. But usually, I go to the Park of Maria Konopnicka, mainly because there are hills so it’s a lot of fun. Also, it is always possible that an event of some kind is taking place in the amphitheater, so I tend to get off my bike and enjoy the singing, dancing or cotton candy.

There is one more reason I go to this park. The camels. Yes, we have camels. Don’t ask me, I have absolutely no idea why they are there. It seems that at one time the mayor decided it was a good idea and that it would bring tourists to Września. But, honestly, I don’t know if it’s really the case.

I live about two kilometers from the city center, so my neighborhood is extremely peaceful, sometimes even boring. Nevertheless, there are many things you can do to keep you occupied. I love drawing or reading in my garden and, ever since they made decent streets, roller skating has become my second favorite physical activity.

It’s a wonder how the way of spending my free time has changed: when I was younger I would watch the trains passing nearby and check if I could run as fast as them. I still like going there. If you’re lucky, you may witness breathtaking views like this:

Well, I guess it’s all I’ve got to say about Września for now. If you’re interested in a more down-to-earth information on this city, I’d recommend taking a virtual trip – it’s free of charge and really entertaining :)

For a trip, go to: http://www.wirtualna.wrzesnia.pl/