Poland - Krakow

 

Although ,Krakow, it is Poland's 3rd largest city Krakow is by far the most popular tourist destiantion in the country. Formerly the royal capital of Poland it came out of WWII unscathed unlike the rest of the country. There is little doubt why the historical center of Krakow has its place on the UNESCO world heritage list. The Old Town of Krakow is full of charm and quite compact but still houses the largest square in all of Europe. The former Jewish Ghetto known as Kazmierz provides a fascinating history into Jewish life during WWII.

The typical Polish kitchen consists of hearty meals with a number of Krakow eateries offering home style cooking. The Old Town has a wide range of foreign cuisines catering to every preference. Vodka is the national drink which has a surprisingly smooth taste and is best enjoyed ice cold. The city is full of life with a variety of cultural and musical events and festivals held throughout the year. Krakow has a large student population which makes for an exciting and vibrant nightlife.

For Krakow Accommodation info please click here, Krakow info