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Main Market Square Krakow is situated at the heart of Krakow's old town. The main square is a rectangular space surrounded by historic townhouses and churches. It is the best place to indulge in nightlife, and it is also the main venue for public events, festivals and fairs.

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St. Florian’s Gate is one of Krakow’s most iconic landmarks, symbolizing the city’s medieval heritage. Built-in the 14th century as part of Krakow's defensive walls, this Gothic-style gate served as the main entrance to the Old Town. Street musicians and artists often gather near the gate, adding to its lively and cultural charm. It is located at the start of the Royal Route and leads directly to Krakow’s Market Square.

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The Krakow Barbican is a striking remnant of the city's medieval fortifications and one of the best-preserved structures of its kind in Europe. Located at the northern edge of Krakow’s Old Town, near St. Florian’s Gate and Planty Park it features seven turrets, a moat, and thick walls up to 3 meters wide.

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The most historically and culturally important site in Poland is the Wawel Castle. This place is located on a hill beside the Vistula river. It offers a magnificent view of the city and the castle is decorated very beuatifuly from the inside.

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Wawel Cathedral is a significant historical and religious construct situated on Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland. The Wawel Cathedral is a work of art that combines several styles from several eras. The cathedral has a long history and has hosted important religious rites, royal burials, and coronations.

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Krakow's St. Mary's Basilica is a renowned Gothic church situated on the Main Market Square (Rynek Główny) in Krakow's Old Town. It is a UNESCO world heritage site and is famous for brick gothic architecture and its wooden altarpiece.

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Kanonicza is one of Krakow's oldest and most picturesque streets, located in the heart of the Old Town. It stretches from St. Mary's Magdalene Square to the foot of Wawel Hill, leading directly to the Royal Castle. The street is renowned for its well-preserved medieval and Renaissance architecture. As part of the Royal Route, Kanonicza Street offers a direct and scenic path to Wawel Castle.

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Kazimierz is a Jewish district with old buildings and great food joints, which are also open till late at night. Kazimierz is one of the major tourist attractions of Krakow and an important center of cultural life where the whole district was placed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.

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The Cloth Hall is located at the heart of main square and is one of the city's most recognisable structures. It was the major center of international trade once and the hall was the source of a variety of exotic imports from the east- spices,silk and leather whereas Krakow itself exported textiles, lead and salt from the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

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Oskar Schindler, who saved over 1200 Jews from the Holocaust, had a factory where he provided employment to them. Now converted to a museum called Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory, it is a homage to the man and all the Jews who went through the terrors of the Holocaust.

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Auschwitz-Birkenau, located in Oświęcim, Poland, is one of the most infamous concentration camps from World War II. These are located about 70 kilometers (43 miles) west of Kraków, accessible by buses and trains. Established by Nazi Germany in 1940, it became the largest site of mass extermination during the Holocaust. Over 1.1 million people, primarily Jews, were murdered here, along with Poles, Roma, Soviet prisoners of war, and others. Today, it serves as a museum and memorial site.

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Wieliczka Salt Mine is the world's oldest salt mine in operation. Located in Southern Poland, it is just 10 kilometers away from Old town square. You can easily complete the tour in 3 hours. In these 3 hours, you will get to see beautiful lakes, a chapel and many sculptures made up of salt.

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Surrounding the Old Town of Kraków, is the Planty Park. It is the largest park in Kraków. An epitome of natural beauty, with lush green grass, the park comprises several smaller parks, all interconnected through a paved walkway, with hundreds of benches overlooking the town.

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Rynek Underground Museum is an underground museum built to showcase several items discovered during the archaeological excavations from 2005 to 2010. The exhibition shows historical coins, clay figures, decorations, dice, and toiletry articles used over 600 years ago to show daily life then.

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Polish Aviation Museumconsists of some ancient aircraft, of which 22 are scarce. The museum also has an extensive aviation library. It is located at Krakow Lotnictwa Polskiego Airport, which is no longer functional. It is located at Krakow Lotnictwa Polskiego Airport, which is no longer functional.

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Ghetto Heroes Square, Krakow, with a monument of 33 bronze chairs bearing the names of the war heroes, offers a deep understanding of the hardships faced by the war heroes during the holocaust. This historic square is a heartrending tribute to the resilience and courage of those war-heroes.

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River Vistula's promenade, popularly known as Vistulan Boulevards offers some of the most picturesque landscapes in Poland. Enjoy serenity and peace of mind while enjoying a spectacular view of the Podgórze district and Kazimierz. You can go on a cruise or go for a swim near the boulevard.

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Saints Peter and Paul Church, Krakow, offers visitors with breathtaking historical views. The church's ceiling is adorned with beautiful crafts, carved wooden altars and vibrant stained glass windows that cast vibrants colors across the space. There are several guided tours to this church.

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Dragon's Den is a fascinating cave, located in western slope of Wawel Hill, with a touch of natural beauty in form of limestone formations adorning its walls. There are various guided tours available depending on prices and duration, sharing astonishing folktales and legends.

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New Square is located in the center of Kazimierz district and is a popular landmark and marketplace in the city. The charming cobblestone streets of the square, with a plethora of shops, cafes and restaurants, is a hub for shopping and trying out traditional Polish delicacies.

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Tyniec Abbey is a monastery located in the historic village of Tyniec in Poland. It offers a blend of rich history and spiritual devotion that looks more like a medieval fortress than a religious home. The main building overlooking the river with gardens all around is a sweet escape from city’s hustle-bustle.

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The main college of the oldest university in the city, Jagiellonian University, Collegium Maius, attracts several tourists. It has several noteworthy attractions that truly represent the past, present, and future of Kraków. It has two main sections: Library and the botanical garden.

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An artificial mound with an exterior of a luch green hill and the interior with several exhibitions, Kościuszko Mound is dedicated to Tadeusz Kościuszko, a warrior in the upsrising of 1794. You can climb atop of the mound to get a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Kraków.

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Believed to be the resting place of King Krakus, the mythical founder of Kraków, Krakus Mound, is a 16 meter high summit is known for its stunning visuals of the city of Kraków. The cliffs of Krzemionki surrounding it and the fields of Płaszów add to the natural aesthetic of the place.

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The historical heart of the city, Krakow's Old Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is a thriving and scenic region with charming cobblestone lanes, well-preserved mediaeval buildings, and a rich cultural history.

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The Royal Road is a historic route in Krakow, Poland,that was used by Polish kings and queens to go between the Wawel Castle and the Main Market Square St Mary's Basilica, the Cloth Hall, and the Barbican are just a few of the significant historical and cultural sites located along the street in Krakow.

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Manggha is a museum in Kraków, Poland, dedicated to Japanese art, culture, and technology. It was established in 1994 by Polish filmmaker Jerzy Kawalerowicz and director of photography Andrzej Wajda. The museum is located in an innovative building created by the Japanese architect Arata Isozaki.

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The Stained Glass Workshop and Museum is home to a collection of over 1,000 pieces of stained glass works and has a workshop where visitors can take part in seminars and demonstrations to learn more about the making of stained glass.