Syrenka

The Syrenka, or Mermaid of Warsaw, is a symbol of the city, represented on the city's coat of arms as well as in numerous statues and other imagery. According to legend, the mermaid decided to stay in Warsaw after stopping on a riverbank near the Old Town, and has been ready to help protect the city and its residents ever since. Visitors can find several statues of the Syrenka throughout the city, including in the Old Town Market Place, Powiśle, and on the Markiewicz viaduct. The Syrenka is often depicted as a freshwater mermaid with a sword and shield, and is said to have helped a prince lost hunting and founded the city in her honor. The city's literature and tour guides offer various stories and legends about the Syrenka, making her a fascinating and iconic figure in Warsaw's history and culture