Lublin, in eastern Poland, is a city that boasts a rich history stretching back over 800 years. It is evident in the wonderfully-preserved Old Town, which features such sights as Lublin Castle, one of the oldest castles in Poland open to the public, and the Crown Tribunal building, where the final say in judicial matters were heard when Lublin was part of the Crown Kingdom of Poland. The Old Town of Lublin was once a national hub of Jewish life before the Holocaust. Today it is home to many historic buildings as well as theatres, restaurants, bars, clubs, and art galleries. Lublin is known as the 'City of Festivals' due to the dozens of various music and cultural festivals that are hosted there each year.