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Chonky cat is Polish town's top-rated tourist attraction

Nadia Scurria

Everyone loves a cat video and what's not to love about this not so little kitty all the way in Poland.

This 'chonky' cat named Gacek, is taking the world of Instagram by a storm and is the Polish town of Szczecin's top-rated tourist attraction.

Aside from Szczecin's beautiful architecture, it's city known for its 19th-century Chobry Embankment, as well as St. James Cathedral which has 14th-century triptych, stained-glass windows and a tower with sweeping city views.

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Gacek is the number one must see in the town.

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Gacek the cat is the most popular tourist attraction in Szczecin, Poland.

Gacek is a bit of a chonky kitty.  Instagram

The black and white feline has his own Instagram page with over 7000 followers and has #1 tourist attraction in Szczecin in his bio.

Gacek rose to fame in 2020 after a local news outlet, wSzczecinie, published him in a video that went viral.

Contrary to belief, Gacek is technically a street cat.

He does however have a little box to call home and someone that takes care of him.

"I happily pose for pictures, but please don't stroke me while I'm having a nap," a note by his home reads.

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Gacek the Polish chonky cat

Gacek has his little hut he calls home.  Instagram

The animal shelters in Szczecin have encouraged tourists not to feed Gacek as excessive treats and attention from fans has clearly contributed to his stature.

His followers on Instagram are concerned regarding his size with one user commenting on a recent video, "But seriously he's overweight."

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While others simply say he's "not fat, just fluffy."

Dubbed as the 'King of Kaszubska Street' Gacek has people flocking from all over to come and meet him.

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One visitor left this five star review on google saying, "I am very fortunate to have come here and meet this distinguished gentle creature, he shared many great stories and even let me rub his cute little belly, I would definitely recommend any and all individuals to come meet his excellence, and share the experience I have cherished for many years now."

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Another clearly didn't appreciate Gacek allegedly stealing his sausage leaving a one star review.

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