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Gdansk - Poland

Moving to Gdańsk, Poland

Contribute to the community by sharing information to help the Desi community connect and support one another. Provide details about apartments where the Desi community resides. Answer questions from those moving here for work, school, or other reasons. Share information about areas or buildings with a significant Desi population, including rent costs, utilities included, accessibility, availability of laundry facilities, and other relevant details. Note: This section is not for posting apartments for rent—please use the classifieds section for that. The goal is to offer guidance and answer questions for people planning to move to this area.

 

1. South Asian Community in Gdańsk

• The South Asian community in Gdańsk includes individuals of Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, and Nepali origins.

• Indian and Bangladeshi communities form the largest groups, followed by Pakistanis and Nepalis.

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2. Areas with South Asian Communities

• Przymorze: Popular among students and professionals due to affordable housing and proximity to universities.
• Wrzeszcz: A preferred area for families, offering good connectivity and amenities.
• Old Town (Główne Miasto): Known for cultural attractions and expatriate-friendly housing.

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3. South Asian Market Areas

• Gdańsk lacks a large concentrated South Asian market, but small shops and stores scattered in Wrzeszcz and Przymorze cater to South Asian needs.

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4. South Asian Grocery Stores

• Kuchnia Świata: Offers Indian spices, grains, and frozen products.
• Haldi Store: Focused on South Asian ingredients, including masalas and snacks.
• Asian Market Gdańsk: Provides a mix of South and East Asian groceries.

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5. Transportation

• Public Transport:

  • Efficient bus and tram networks connect Gdańsk to surrounding areas.
  • The SKM commuter train links Gdańsk with Sopot and Gdynia.

• Ride-Sharing:

  • Services like Uber and Bolt are widely available.

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6. Religious Places

• Temples:

  • Hindu worshippers often travel to Warsaw’s ISKCON temple for major festivals.

• Gurdwaras:

  • No dedicated Gurdwara in Gdańsk; community gatherings are organized in private spaces.

• Mosques:

  • Gdańsk Mosque: Serves the Muslim community, including South Asians.

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7. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

• Elementary Schools:

  • Szkoła Podstawowa nr 27 (Wrzeszcz): Known for its multicultural environment.
  • Szkoła Podstawowa nr 80 (Przymorze): Popular among expatriates.

• Middle Schools:

  • Gdańskie Gimnazjum (Wrzeszcz): Offers programs accommodating international students.

• High Schools:

  • IB World School 0704 (Gdańsk International School): Offers the International Baccalaureate program and is highly regarded among expatriates.