Island Tumski - the oldest part of Wroclaw, a former island on the Oder River. The name of the island translates as "The Cathedral" - in honor of St. John the Baptist, located on the island.

Archaeological excavation area showed that the western part of the island Tumski has been inhabited since at least the 9th century. At that time lived on the island about 1500 inhabitants. The first buildings were built in the 10th century Piast dynasty, and were made of wood. The first building of a solid material - Chapel St. Martin - built in the early 11th century by Benedictine monks.

At the end of the 13th century in connection with the expansion of the city, on the island it was built a defensive wall with two towers. In 1315, the island with a castle built on it was sold to the church authorities. In 1382 the Czech King Wenceslas IV initiated the idea of building here a new royal castle with towers, thick walls and a moat. The project was not supported, the island was dominated by the bishop.

In 1807, part of the fortifications and the moat have been eliminated, since the island Tumski has ceased to be an island in the geographical sense.

During the Second World War, the island has received significant damage to the victims and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Restoration work was done in the 70s of the 20th century under the leadership of Edmund Malachkovicha.

Today, knowledge of the island begins with a beautiful green bridge. It offers a beautiful view of the Cathedral and the Church of the Holy Virgin Mary on the Sand. On the main street of the island are beautiful homes - institutions archdiocese of Wroclaw. The island has planted many trees and flowers, making it a favorite place for walking residents and visitors alike.