Before the World War II, Jurata was the most fashionable and expensive seaside resort in Poland. Built in the 20's in the middle of a pinewood, it soon became the favourite holiday resort of the cultural and political elites of the country. Today it is still a place of great charm, recovering its old glamour and prestige.
You can spot celebrities there even now when you walk through the promenade between the Great and Small Sea, rest on the beach, swim in the sea, play tennis or ride a four-wheel bicycle.
What is it that attracts tourists to Jurata? Favourable microclimate? Exceptional recreational value of the place? Or maybe pieces of amber allegedly cast out from the underwater palace of the goddess Jurata?
According to the local myth, beautiful Jurata reigned over the waters of the Baltic Sea. She fell in love with a poor fisherman and against her father's will met him secretly at the nearby hill. When eventually Jurata's father, Perkun, the ruler of all Slavic gods, learned about that, in an outburst of rage he shattered Jurata's amber palace with his thunderbolt. The remainders of that palace can still be found on the beach - as little pieces of amber.
In summer, tourists may take a short cruise around the Bay on Pomeranka sailing boat or have a ride on water scooters. High standard hotels and guest houses are available as well.
