Just before the tour outside the gate

May 18th 2012
This afternoon, we had a very well informed walking tour with a knowledgeable guide named Doroto (Dorothy). We started at the Florian Gate- named for ST. Florian the patron Saint Krakow. This is one of the last remnants of the wall that is still remaining. We went through the Old Town and ended at Wawel Castle where all the original Kings were buried. I'll have to go back for a separate tour ... 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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Matthew Bogdanowicz

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18th May 2012

John
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Nice picture, I like the old buildings!

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