Krakow.. Poland's tourist jewel

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Kasimi - Krakow is not only the second largest city in Poland and one of the oldest in the country dating back to the 7th century, but it is also considered one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.

During the 15th and 16th centuries the city experienced its golden age when the arts flourished and the Polish publishing industry was born. Today, having left behind its communist past, Kraków is making itself felt on the world stage.

Krakow is located in the southern part of Poland, near the Carpathian Mountains, and the city witnesses a greater influx of visitors during the summer when the average temperature drops to 19 degrees Celsius, and in the spring there are also some tourist crowds, while the winter is often very cold with temperatures which is below zero.

city culture

Art plays an even essential role in Krakow's daily life, where locals take pride in their cultural upbringing, and many shops close on Sundays because religion is still important in society, especially among the older generations.

Local cuisine has become more refined in recent years, and traditional Polish food has transcended into various international styles. Desserts are so plentiful that the city is known as Siasto-Miasto, or "City of Cakes." A type of Polish cheese.

Tourism experiences

The city has many tourist attractions, foremost of which is the well-preserved old architecture, such as St. Mary's Church and the Royal Vawel Castle, in addition to many museums and exhibition halls.

The city center where the old town is (Star Miasto) is one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the buildings in it date back to the Middle Ages, with a number of main attractions in it, such as the underground archaeological site of Rhenic, Oskar Schindler's factory, and the Museum of Sukenesi, which houses masterpieces Nineteenth Century Arts.

Kraków's nickname, the "Jewel of Poland", stems from the beauty of its architecture in the Old Town, which features the largest square established during the Middle Ages in Europe as well as many popular sights.