Cathedral in castle grounds

Krakow

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July 19th 2013
Krakow; known for Pope John Paul II, Copernicus and Chopin, Ancient capital of Poland, Medieval trading, close to Auschwitz and salt mines. Long, long 13 hours by 4 trains from Hradec Kralove to Krakow. First impression of Krakow weren’t great, but then it was 9pm and we were very tired. Busy main pedestrian street, full of people eating kebabs (numerous kebab shops), lots of young women t ... read more

Europe » Poland » Lesser Poland » Kraków

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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