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Ulica Florianska runs almost directly north out of the Old Town Square, all the way up to the defensive walls. It has become the city's most fashionable shopping street and there are many restaurants and cafés along it, as well... more
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Paparazzi has recently become known as the place for expats to come and meet. As a result you are almost certain to find British and American locals having a good time. The place is popular, and is almost always full. The inter... more
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In the north west corner of the Old Town Square stands a small, green water pump with a small plaque affixed to it. On this spot on March 21, 1980, Walentyn Badylak doused himself in gasoline and burned himself alive. The 76 ye... more
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Krakow used to have eight city gates. These fortified entrances were the only legal (and practical) way to enter the walled city. Only one of them remains - the beautiful Florianska Gate. The Barbakan lies just in front of it... more
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Alberto33 said
… and Florianska Gate, a couple of interesting fortifications to the north of Rynek Glowsky. After the park… continue reading »
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A major player in Polish history, this cathedral has witnessed over 30 coronation ceremonies of Polish kings throughout the ages. It consists of many chapels, the most prominent of which is the one with a gold covered dome, nam... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Alberto33 said
… containing artworks and weapons. Then, of course, there’s the awe-inspiring Wawel Cathedral, which… continue reading »
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This is probably the best way to approach Wawel Castle as Ulica Kanonicza is home to some of the most beautiful houses in Krakow, including the 600 year old house of Dlugosz which originally housed the Jagiellonian baths and wa... more
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It feels more like Amsterdam or Paris than Krakow, but then again that chameleon quality is exactly what makes Harris Piano Jazz Bar so special. The decor consists mainly of posters from real concerts that have taken place here... more
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This is just what Krakow needed: A world class water fun complex. They have all sorts of slides and pools, hot and cold, tame and terrifying. The facility is very modern, and is quite expensive. In the afternoons/evenings the h... more
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This bar is oozing with cool, from the decor to the clientèle. They encourage a mature group of customers, and their slightly higher (but still reasonable) beer prices keep the crowd upscale. The entire place is decorated with... more
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The Grey House, called Kamienica Szara in Polish, is the one of the chief attractions in Krakow. The house built between the 13th and 14th centuries has splendid interiors, Gothic vaults and Renaissance ceilings. The western f... more
Krakow Travel Experiences
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Grim and Bear it
Yikes, I wrote a ton and then Mozilla Firefox killed out on me so I lost it all. Oh well, here goes again:I woke up this morning at... Continue reading »
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Back in Krakow
Once again I am back in Krakow. Before I returned I stopped off in Warsaw for the day. I had two main goals to accomplish when I was ther... Continue reading »
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Discovering Krakow - Present, Past and Future
Our first impressions of Krakow was how beautiful and vibrant the city was, even as we were walking with heavy luggage to our hostel. Flo... Continue reading »
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Krakow is cold!
It is so cold here!! It snowed for the first time since we've been here two days ago. It only snowed a couple inches but the... Continue reading »
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The Adventure: Poland
Poland was to be my first destination on my adventure to 'see the world.' So after a train ride to London and a night of sleep in t... Continue reading »
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