The Professors’ Garden is located next to Collegium Maius and between three other collages of the Jagiellonian University, with the area of only about 1.15 ha. The Garden was first mentioned in 1467. From the mid-15th century up to the end of 18th century, professors that lived in Collegium Maius, the main

Public transport in Krakow comprises of bus lines, tram lines and taxis. Busses connect the furthest districts of Krakow while trams run through arterial roads and around the city centre. Tram fares Public transport in Krakow is not expensive. A single 1-hour ticket for Krakow public transport costs 5 PLN, a 20-minutes

Krakow Central station (Polish Krakow Glowny) is a main Krakow railway station, one of the most important in southern Poland, operating local and long-distance connections. The station opened in 1847. The building of the Krakow railway station was erected in the Neo-Renaissance style, characteristic for the mid-19th-century railway constructions. In the course of

Opened in 2000, Krakow Water Park is the biggest public indoor swimming pool in Poland. With over 2000 m2 of swimming pool area, it offers a slide network and plenty of water attractions, such as Rapid River, Hydro Massage and Rock Climbing Walls. Paddling Pool, designed especially for the youngest visitors,

In Krakow there are so many centuries-old churches that mesmerise with the magnitude and beautiful interiors. If you are looking not only for sightseeing but also to participate in a Sunday mass, take a look at the information below. Catholic Church services in Krakow You will find mostly Catholic Churches in

Jagiellonian University was established in 1364. It is the oldest university in Poland and one of the oldest in the world. Today, Jagiellonian University is one of the most prestigious. Thousands of students draw inspiration from the legacy of University’s most famous alumni, such as Nicolaus Copernicus, Wislawa Szymborska and Karol Wojtyla (later Pope

Krakow-Plaszow was German forced labour camp, later transformed into a concentration camp. It was founded to transport the Jewish population of the Krakow ghetto liquidated on 14 March 1943. The camp in Plaszow was established in the area of two Jewish cemeteries from 1887 and 1932 that were destroyed and Jewish

Poland is a very affordable holiday destination. Tourists from abroad choose Krakow for its beautiful landmarks and one a kind atmosphere, but also because of the competitive prices. Poland is part of the European Union but has kept its own currency. With approximately 4,20 PLN to 1 EUR, in Krakow prices

Beginnings of the Academy The Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow was established in 1818. Initially, it functioned under the name School of Drawing and Painting as a  subdivision of the Department of Literature at the Jagiellonian University. It gained full autonomy in 1873 as the School of Fine Arts. The

Poland is a country on the rise. It attracts tourists with beautiful landmarks and nature, but also with its competitive prices. Many visitors from abroad found Poland very affordable. Poland is one of several members of the European Union that does not use Euro as official currency. Polish currency, zloty,