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Narcys is Wroclaw's mirror-gazing, self-admiring dwarf, stationed in the Krzyki district — a bronze homage to the Greek myth of Narcissus and the all-too-human love of one's own reflection.
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Story
Narcys is Wroclaw's vainest dwarf — and he knows it. Perched in the Krzyki district, he gazes adoringly into a tiny pocket mirror, so captivated by his own reflection that he barely notices the world going by. The other dwarfs say he once walked three blocks past his own home because he couldn't tear his eyes away from a shop window. He is, without doubt, the handsomest dwarf in Wroclaw — at least according to himself.
History & Significance
Narcys is located in the Krzyki district of Wroclaw, approximately 1.3 km from the Budowniczy dwarf at ul. Blacharska 13. Like many of Wroclaw's character dwarfs, he was created to reflect a human personality type — in his case the age-old vanity captured in the Greek myth of Narcissus. He is part of the ever-growing collection of over 1,000 bronze dwarfs scattered across the city, each representing a slice of life, a profession, or a human trait.
Inspiration
Narcys takes his name and personality directly from the Greek myth of Narcissus — the beautiful youth who fell so deeply in love with his own reflection in a pool of water that he could not pull himself away. The myth became one of the founding stories of Western psychology, giving us the word 'narcissism.' Wroclaw's version offers a gently humorous take: instead of a fatal pool, Narcys has a pocket mirror, and instead of tragedy, he invites a smile from every passer-by.
Fun Facts
- His pocket mirror is polished so smooth that children often try to see their own reflections in it — and sometimes succeed.
- Narcys is named after the Greek mythological figure Narcissus, whose story gave psychology the term 'narcissism.'
- He is one of several 'personality type' dwarfs in Wroclaw — counterparts to character dwarfs like the lazy Leniuch or the grumpy Chrapek.
- The forget-me-not flower (niezabudka in Polish) is said to have bloomed where Narcissus died — a connection that links him to the nearby Niezabudka dwarf at a kindergarten.
- Unlike most dwarfs who face forward to greet visitors, Narcys faces slightly sideways so he can maintain his gaze into the mirror at all times.
How to Find This Dwarf
Narcys is located in the Krzyki district, roughly 1.3 km south of the Budowniczy dwarf on ul. Blacharska. From the city centre, take tram 9 or 17 south towards Krzyki. Check wromap.pl for the precise street address before setting out, as Narcys is a neighbourhood dwarf not always on main tourist maps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Narcys dwarf in Wroclaw?
Narcys is located in the Krzyki district of Wroclaw, approximately 1.3 km from the Budowniczy dwarf at ul. Blacharska 13. Check wromap.pl for the most current precise address.
Why is this dwarf called Narcys?
Narcys takes his name from the Greek mythological figure Narcissus — the youth who fell in love with his own reflection. Like his namesake, the dwarf is depicted gazing into a small mirror, giving a playful bronze form to the concept of vanity.
Accessibility
Wheelchair AccessibleGround LevelOutdoor
Located at street level in a residential neighbourhood. Pavements in the area are generally flat and suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
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