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Lanckorona – The City of Angels
Lanckorona is a very charming town, also called the city of angels. This small town is located about 40 minutes drive from Krakow and is often chosen by city residents for a short getaway from daily life. Lanckorona is at first glance a sleepy town, but under this shell is a place full of history and artistic spirit. History Lanckorona village was once a royal city, and in the years 1366-1934 had additional city rights, which were granted under the Magdeburg Law. This meant that this area was the hunting ground for King Casimir III the Great and King Władysław Jagiełło. The aforementioned first king founded the castle in Lanckorona,…
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Exploring Warsaw’s Old Town
Warsaw’s Old Town is a fascinating travel destination. Take a break from the stress of city life; this quaint district never ceases to amaze visitors with its ever-busy squares, serene alleyways, great attractions, and rich history. The town square plays host to events, festivals and open-air galleries during the summer months. The Old Town is unarguably the most scenic part in Warsaw. No talks about Poland’s history would be complete without mentioning the significant role of Warsaw’s Old Town. Ever since its existence, the area has been bustling with cultural life, and it has continued to do so even till this present day. Visit this lovely district to explore the…
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Kornik Castle in Poland
Kórnik is a small town in Greater Poland Voivodeship, located about 20 km south-east from Poznań. The main tourist attraction here is a neo-Gothic castle surrounded by a picturesque park. The castle is situated in the lowland near Lake Kórnickie and is surrounded by a still irrigated moat. History The original stronghold was built here in the first half of the 14th century on the initiative of the members of the powerful Górków family. In the 16th century, the former stronghold was rebuilt into a representative Renaissance residence. In the second half of the 17th century, the castle became the property of the Działyński family. Less than a century later,…
