Places to See: Krakow, PolandFebruary 18, 2008 | 03:38PM
By Guest Writer Tom Kirkby: Krakow is a largely untapped and unexposed city in terms of Eastern European travel, and I honestly have no idea why. During World War II many of Poland’s buildings and statues were destroyed or damaged. If it weren’t for the fact that Krakow housed the offices of the German Governor General, it probably would have been destroyed. Luckily for us it was spared and the city has miraculously maintained its rich culture and heritage.
Visitors are often surprised by the sheer amount of churches, theaters, concert halls and art galleries. It is also home to the largest square in Europe, which is at the center of the old town and is still the social hub of the city today. Click Read More for additional information and photos.
RSS feed
RSS feed