Krakow is one of the oldest and undeniably the most beautiful cities in Poland. A city with historical significance, unique history and the former capital of Poland. It is one of those cities full of monuments and interesting nooks that can be visited for weeks.
Obligatory places that everyone must see in Krakow, are Wawel, Rynek Krakowski and salt mine in Wieliczka. If you like the history of II World War, then you should also visit former concentration camp in Oswiecim.
The Wawel Royal Castle.
We should book an entire afternoon to visit the Wawel Royal Castle. This is a unique place where time stops.
The Wawel Hill looks beautiful regardless of the season and weather. A trip to Krakow can not do without this place.
From the Wawel Hill you will be able to admire the panorama of the Vistula river and the modern part of Krakow.
We leave the Wawel Hill and descend to the Bulwary on the Vistula. There is a Wawel Dragon waiting for us every 10 minutes fire-breathing.
The Krakow Market and the Mariacki Church.
The Krakow market among tourists is known as the starting point for every trip to the old city. It is worth coming here in the summer, then the whole market is surrounded by summer gardens. At night I recommend going out to the city and visiting the clubs and pubs located at the market, there is an amazing atmosphere!
Wieliczka Salt Mine.
The best proof that it is worth to visit the Wieliczka salt mine is that it was one of the first to be included in the list of world cultural and natural heritage of UNESCO. This place combines centuries-old Polish culture and modernity in one. During the journey through the amazing mine rooms, we will have the opportunity to learn about history, as well as see many amazing and adapted halls, tunnels and chambers.
Former German concentration camp Auschwitz.
The former concentration camp Auschwitz is located about 70 kilometers from Krakow. Symbol of Nazi crimes, the place of execution of Poles, Roma and Jews, as well as many other nationalities. Despite the passage of time, this place continues to depress and makes us reflect on the cruelty of man towards man. Visits take place with organized groups, along with a guide telling the story of the camp. It is difficult to hear about the cruelty that occurred.
Zalew Zakrzówek.
Zakrzówek is an old quarry that was flooded in the early 90s. Karol Wojtyła (Pope John Paul II) worked in this place in the 1940s, and the plaque commemorating this period rests on the bottom of the lagoon. You can watch it, because Zakrzówek is also one of the most attractive diving sites in Poland. The maximum depth of the lagoon is 32 meters.
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