Experience the grandeur of Wawel Castle, the heart of Polish heritage.
For centuries, the residence of the kings of Poland and the symbol of Polish statehood, the Wawel Castle is one of the country’s most important museums. Established in 1930, the museum encompasses ten curatorial departments responsible for collections of paintings, including an important collection of Italian Renaissance paintings, prints, sculpture, textiles, among them the Sigismund II Augustus tapestry collection, goldsmith’s work, arms and armor, ceramics, Meissen porcelain, and period furniture.
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The official residence of the Polish monarchs.
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Intimate glimpse into royal life.
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Insignia of royal power and weapons.
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When you step onto the cobblestones of Wawel Hill, you are doing more than just visiting a museum or...
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Planning a trip to Krakow often centers around the majestic Wawel Royal Castle, a symbol of Polish h...
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When you step into the shadowy, Gothic interiors of the Wawel Cathedral in Krakow, your eyes are imm...
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