The Dragon’s Den
The city of Krakow’s history holds many great legends. One of its most famous is certainly the tale about Smok Wawelski or, in English, the Wawel Dragon. Smok, probably one of the most ancient...
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Corpus Christi Basilica: The Diamond in the Rough of Krakow’s Jewish Quarter
Corpus Christi Basilica Located a short walk southwest from Plac Nowy in Krakow’s Jewish Quarter, Corpus Christi Basilica (Polish: Bożego Ciała) is a true diamond in the rough. As a matter of fact you...
The Grunwald Monument – The Triumph of King Władysław Jagiełło
Introduction The towering Grunwald Monument is an important symbol of Polish National Pride. It stands in commemoration of one of the most important victories in the shared history between Poland and Lithuania. This was...
The Church On the Rock – The Site of Pilgrimages of Polish kings
The famous Church On the Rock has the official name of the Church of St Michael Archangel and St Stanislaw the Bishop and Martyr. Or the Church of Pauline Fathers. It is one of...
Szczepański Square
Introduction A city plaza is like a painting. At the right time, when the sunlight shines on a building with it’s myriad of colors, there are few places more pleasant to spend time. Krakow’s...
The Lovers’ Bridge Connecting North and South Krakow
Where is it? The 145 meter-long Lovers Bridge (Polish: Kładka Ojca Bernatka) straddles the banks of the Vistula River and connects two of Krakow’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods It is a lovely place to...
Remuh Synagogue: Small, Charming and Still-Working
Introduction As you wander around Kazimierz, in the Jewish District, you will inevitably stop and admire the few synagogues. Although beautiful and full of history, most of them now act as museums or galleries....
Adam Mickiewicz Monument – The Most Famous Monument in Krakow
Background Adam Mickiewicz is the all time greatest poet and historical bard in Poland. The monument in his honor is a popular and recognizable image representing the City of Krakow. In addition the area surrounding...
Krakow’s New Jewish Cemetery: A Place to Pay Respect to the Past
Introduction Krakow may be one of Central Europe’s brightest up-and-coming cities these days. A place where the tech industry is booming and new restaurants open practically every week. And where wild nights are a...
Podgórze – The Former Jewish Ghetto
A visit of Kraków cannot be complete without walking across Bernatek Bridge and appreciating the calm district of the Podgórze Jewish Ghetto . Many times forgotten, Podgórze has not become a prime tourist spot like...
