Krakow
Krakow is a unique monument. It attracts visitors with the charm of its old town houses and alleyways, where life pulsates as it once did. Numerous towers and façades from different eras make the cityscape an impressive place steeped in history. The city has more than 1,000 years of history, several hundred thousand inhabitants who love their home above all else and are connected to every stone in its centre, as well as countless alleyways, pubs and inconspicuous places that are waiting to be discovered by you!
This is the place where the history of Poland was written, but also one of the most important cultural centres in Central Europe. Sometimes provincial, sometimes cosmopolitan, sometimes conservative, sometimes progressive, sometimes immersed in the bourgeois ethos, sometimes on the run from it - let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere of the Polish ‘eternal city’ and spend a few days there in peace and quiet, off the beaten tourist track!
Highlights
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Kazimierz is definitely worth a visit. Steven Spielberg made the Jewish quarter world-famous with his film ‘Schindler's List’. Today, it is a location with history, but also a lively and creative neighbourhood with art galleries, street cafés and cabaret. Night owls are also well catered for. Just like the city centre, the Jewish quarter offers a wide range of nightlife options.
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Situated on a hill above the Vistula, Wawel Castle is one of Poland's most important landmarks. It was the seat of the Polish kings for centuries and today houses a museum that delights visitors with its works of art and royal treasures. Together with the historic city centre, the castle has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers a journey back in time with its winding alleyways, charming cafés and impressive churches such as St Mary's Church. The breathtaking view from the tower of St Mary's Church is a must for every visitor. The centre of Krakow is very enclosed, not to say cramped. This is thanks to the Austrian Habsburgs, who long ago surrounded Krakow with a ring of fortifications and held back the city's development for decades.
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All roads in Krakow lead to the market square. The Americans have voted it the most beautiful market square in the world. The largest medieval square in Europe, surrounded by magnificent town houses and historic buildings. The town hall and the famous Cloth Hall are enthroned here, making the square a vibrant centre of life.
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In Krakow, you can find a place to sit down, drink coffee and eat well on practically every corner. This makes it all the more worthwhile to spread your sightseeing over several days and savour the attractions slowly! The old Jewish quarter of Kazimierz in particular is teeming with pubs. Some say that Krakow has a ‘Mediterranean’ café culture. Is that true? See for yourself!
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