Krakow Guide to Krakow Tourist Information
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One of the most beautiful cities to visit in all of Europe, Krakow was for many centuries the capital of Poland, and revels in its long and rich history. Kraków has traditionally been one of the leading scientific, cultural and artistic centres of the country. It was once the national capital and is considered by much of the population as still being the heart of Poland, due to its long history of more than a thousand years. Kraków is also Poland's major centre of local and international tourism, with more than two million visitors annually attracted to the city by the blend of culture, sights to see, and exciting and varied nightlife.
Kraków is generally considered by many to be Poland's capital of culture. Unlike the communist austerity imposed upon Warsaw, Krakow always maintained a thriving arts scene. The city boasts one of the best museums in the country and some famous theatres. It counts two Nobel Prize winners in literature among its residents (Wislawa Szymborska and Czeslaw Milosz). It is also home to one of the world's oldest and most distinguished universities. The city was named as the Eurpoean capital of culture in the year 2000, which led to an influx in toursists visiting, and many new buildings springing up.
You can get cheap deals on flights and accommodation to Krakow throughout the year, and once in the city, the comparatively low cost of living in Poland means that it provides an excellent value for money destination.
Facts for the Traveller:
Name: Republic of Poland
Capital: Warsaw
Area: 312,685 Sq KM
Population: 38.6 million
Language: Polish, German, English
Flight Time: 2 Hours from London
Currency: Zloty
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