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Kraków came through WWII unscathed; the 20th century's impact having been confined to acid rain. It has retained a wealth of old architecture from different periods; the tallest structures dominating Kraków's skyline are the spires of old churches. It's a city alive with character and soul.
Ringed by parkland, the Old Town is both charming and compact. The Main Market Sq is flanked by historic buildings, museums and churches. St Adalbert's Church is one of the oldest, dating back to the 10th century. And the museum of museums, Czartoryski Museum, exhibits a fascinating and impressive collection of European art.
Fast Facts
Population
770,000
Currency
Name: Zloty
Code: PLN
Symbol: zl
Electrical Plugs
230V 50Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Polish
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +1
Country Dialing Code
+48
Weights & Measures
Metric
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