Sightseeing in Krakow - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The luxurious Grand Hotel is open not far from the ever-lively Market Square. This is one of the most prestigious and elegant hotels in Krakow. Its guests will be pleased with rooms that …
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The attractive historical Hotel Wawel is located in Old Krakow. The hotel is open in an eye-catching 16th-century building that is a classic example of the modern style. In accordance with …
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There won’t be any difficulty in planning a romantic vacation in Krakow. Travelers have a long list of quality hotels to choose from, and Komorowski Luxury Guest Rooms is one of them. …
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The church of Saint Mary is located near the Cloth Hall.
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Those who want to throw an unforgettable shopping in Krakow, should definitely visit Sukiennice market. It is historical, laid back in 1257 and can safely be considered one of the oldest …
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Krakow today is not just a city with rich and ancient history, but also a cosmopolitan European city thanks to one of the leading educational institutions in Poland, Krakow Academy (Universytet Jagielonski ) that is located there.
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Survived castles around Krakow
♥ Castle 'Wawel Castle' , 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sielecki Castle' , 61.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Budzin Castle' , 64.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bobolice Castle' , 68.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bielsko-Biaua Castle' , 69.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Wawel Castle' , 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sielecki Castle' , 61.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Budzin Castle' , 64.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bobolice Castle' , 68.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bielsko-Biaua Castle' , 69.3 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Krakow
♥ Landscape Park 'Bielańsko-Tyniecki Park Krajobrazowy' , 6.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Dłubniański Park Krajobrazowy' , 14 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ojcowski Park Narodowy' , 18.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Park Krajobrazowy Dolinki Krakowskie' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Tenczyński Park Krajobrazowy' , 24.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Bielańsko-Tyniecki Park Krajobrazowy' , 6.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Dłubniański Park Krajobrazowy' , 14 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ojcowski Park Narodowy' , 18.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Park Krajobrazowy Dolinki Krakowskie' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Landscape Park 'Tenczyński Park Krajobrazowy' , 24.2 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Krakow and around
♥ Art museum 'Czartoryski Museum' Kraków, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art' Kraków, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Czartoryski Museum' Kraków, 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'MOCAK Museum of Contemporary Art' Kraków, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Krakow from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Distance from Krakow center - 12.2 km.
The total length of the tunnel is little less than 300 kilometers, so it’s prohibited to walk there unaccompanied. Thrill seekers can stroll through the corridors of old mines that weren’t spiffed up. Beams supporting ceilings became dilapidated and sometimes completely destroyed over the years, so a walk through the narrow corridors in darkness attracts tourists not less than exploring of amazing exhibits. …
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Szkieletor Skyscraper
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Distance from Krakow center - 1.4 km.
It was planned to open hotels in the skyscraper. It was supposed to be the most innovative platform in the country. It was intended to be used for various business and scientific events. The creators managed to successfully implement only the initial stage of the project. The steel frame was built for a high-rise building. It was built completely in 1979. The frame has remained unchanged ever since. It is actively used for placing various advertising banners. Many architectural firms and companies have sought to proceed with further implementation of the project in recent years. But construction was never resumed. …
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Expo 2020 in Dubai Was Visited by More Than 7 Million Visitors
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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