Sukiennice

Sukiennice (or The Cloth Hall), once a major center of international trade, today houses a market where you can find souvenirs, clothing, and jewelry (especially amber...there's a ton of it!). Just be sure to get there early...the booths all shut down by 5pm.

Train rides and the Swallows of Krakow

June 16th 2007
We spent most of today on the train. Our ride from Prague to Kostnice, Poland, took about 6 hours that seemed more like 12. The WCs on the train did not have toilet paper (thank goodness for carrying tissue!), so that was a bit disgusting. Some women boarded about 2/3 of the trip through to stock them so I took advantage while I had the chance. I've heard horror stories about the WCs in the actua ... 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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