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Must sees of Krakow
Krakow is a charming city that has a special place in hearts of the Poles as its each stone is a witness of changes that Poland went through. Tenement houses, churches and all the other must sees are closely connected with epochs, styles and political influences that shaped todays Krakow. Only after you have visited all the most important monuments, will you feel the ambience of the city and look at it differently.
To facilitate your gaining recognition of Krakow, we offer you descriptions of must sees that will surely help you to take decision how to spend your time in the Royal City of Krakow. Enjoy your stay!
The Main Market Square
Rynek Glowny – the Main Market Square – is perceived to be the central place of the city and heart of Krakow. Surrounded by narrow streets, crammed with unique monuments and fine restaurants, Rynek is the main tourist destination. Read more...
Saint Mary's church
The shrine amazes with its architecture (that presents red-brick Gothic popular in this part of Europe). Its interior design offers fine glass-stained windows, masterpiece of altar art and numerous sculptures and embellishments. Read more...
City walls, Planty park and the Barbican
Medieval Krakow was surrounded by stone and brick fortifications that protected the city from invaders. Part of the city walls might be still viewed in the Old Town while the rest was replaced by small city park. Read more...
Wawel Hill
Wawel used to be the home from Polish kings. Today the hill, that rises over the city, is the hallmark of Krakow. Wawel castle and Wawel cathedral, located on the hill, are precious places for whole Polish nation. Read more...
Kazimierz Jewish district
The town, nowadays district of Krakow, was founded by king Casimir the Great. Soon after it was inhabited by Jewish settlers who started their community there. For many years Kazimierz was the cultural center of European Jewry. Read more...
Nowa Huta
After the WW II the government of Poland decided to build nearby Krakow purely Communist city. Nowa Huta is fine example of monumental Socialist architecture and differs from other parts of the city. Read more...
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Small city of Wieliczka, adjoining Krakow, keeps one of the World’s wonders: the Medieval salt mine. The site offers magnificent chambers carved in salt, green lakes and salt sculptures – all situated underground. Read more...
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Former Nazi Concentration Camp in Oswiecim is one of many silent witnesses of Holocaust. Due to the original barracks, factories and extermination areas that were kept, Auschwitz Museum is a unique spokesman of the sad past. Read more...
