Kraków
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Jan-Pol Incoming Tour Operator in Krakow presents:
Krakow makes a perfect destination for all travellers, whether just dropping in for a weekend or spending more time exploring the city and the surrounding region of Malopolska.
Krakow itself is a treasure; one of those rare places where you can follow in the very footsteps of its fascinating past because the city retains its historic layout of streets large and small. Krakow also offers a broad spectrum of festivals, cultural events, museums, art galleries, theatres, historic cellars, clubs, bars and restaurants with live music, the essential fabric of a city that balances modern delights and historic charm in a most delightful manner.
Take a tour of ancient Krakow
Having escaped destruction during World War II, the city retains its charming medieval shape. The life of the city is focussed around the central Market Square, the largest in Europe, where several of its architectural and cultural landmarks can be found. In the middle of the square is the magnificent 14th century Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) which today hosts a gallery of Polish paintings on the first floor and a market selling local artefacts and souvenirs on the ground floor. Opposite the Cloth Hall is St Mary’s Church, world famous for its altar carved by Wit Stwosz. Krakow is also a centre of education and learning, with the Jagiellonian University, founded in 1364, one of the oldest in Europe and at its heart Collegium Maius, the oldest university building close to the
Market Square.
From the square the Royal Route leads along Grodzka Street towards the majestic site of Wawel Hill where the Royal Residence and the Cathedral overlook the River Vistula far below. Wawel Castle, a fascinating example of Renaissance architecture, houses one of the largest collections of tapestries in Europe whilst the Cathedral was where many Polish
kings were crowned, and is their last resting place. Other sights not to be
missed during your visit include the historic Barbican, Florianska Gate and a fine collection of churches and museums steeped in the history and culture of the region.
Kazimierz
South from Wawel Hill lies the Kazimierz district which from the 16th Century became the main cultural centre of the Jewish community in Poland with its unique oriental atmosphere. Its soul perished during the traumatic events of World War II but many of the buildings, some still with Yiddish inscriptions, survived. Today the revival of Jewish life in Kazimierz is evident in the number of restored buildings and the fashionable cafes, restaurants and bars filled with tourists from all over the world seeking to discover Jewish culture and heritage here. Highlights include Szeroka Street where Schindlerís list was filmed, Isaac, High and Old Synagogues, Remu’h Synagogue and Cemetery and Pod Orlem Pharmacy.
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