Clock Tower

Wieża zegarowa - Clock Tower of Katedra Wawelska - Wawel Cathedral. The Polish national cathedral and former coronation site of Polish monarchs. Construction of the current cathedral began in the 14th century. The tower was completed in 1522. A clock was installed in 1521, the present one in 1602 Historic Centre of Kraków. UNESCO World Heritage site inscribed in 1978. DSC_0433

Krakow - Day 2

September 17th 2018
Monday morning would be a full day of sightseeing in and around Krakow, including Wawel Castle and the Old Town. Unlike other Polish cities, Krakow's buildings and monuments were not destroyed during World War II. The Germans want to make it the administrative center for occupied Poland and a showcase "German" city. (It had been under Austrian occupation from 1795 to 1918.) The coach dropped us ... read more

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Poland is an ancient nation that was conceived near the middle of the 10th century. Its golden age occurred in the 16th century. During the following century, the strengthening of the gentry and internal disorders weakened the nation. In a series of ... ... read more

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