Krakow
Krakow is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland. It is located on the Vistula River in the southern part of Lesser Poland. Its population is estimated at 1.4 million including the surrounding communities.
In the year 2000, Krakow was named European Capital of Culture. Krakow has been also approved as a UNESCO's City of Literature.
We recommend you stay in Krakow for at list 3 nights.
Main sights recommended in the Old Town of Krakow are:
- The historic Wawel Castle and Cathedral.
- The Main Square is a medieval square at the heart of the Old City.
- The Cloth Hall which was once a major centre of international trade.
- The Gothic church of St. Mary's Basilica.
- The Town Hall Tower, the only remaining part of the old Krakow Town Hall.
- The Florian Gate, a part of the medieval city walls built as fortifications against Turkish attack.
- The Barbican is a historic gateway leading into the Old Town.
- The Old synagogue, the oldest synagogue building still standing in Poland.
It is recommended to take a tour in Wieliczka Salt Mine located about 13 Km south of Krakow. It is one of the world's oldest salt mines still in operation.
It is also recommended to visit the historic site of Auschwitz concentration camp located about 50 Km west of Krakow.
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