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Auschwitz Liberation Day; The End of The Holocaust
Auschwitz Liberation Day commemorates Nazi crimes worldwide. On January 27 in 1945, prisoners held captive by the Nazis in Auschwitz were liberated by the Soviet soldiers. What they found was fathomable. A pile of eyeglasses weighing over 80 pounds, hundreds of prosthetic limbs, thousands of kitchen utensils including pots and pans, human hair, and more than 40,000 pairs of prisoners’ shoes all make up some of the items found at the site. Most of the owners of these properties died, many murdered by the German forces in the Holocaust’s largest extermination and concentration camp. Even though the camp seemed abandoned by the Nazis, it was still filled with thousands of people…
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Wadowice – Hometown of Pope John Paul II
Wadowice is the birthplace of one of the most significant men in Poland’s history, Pope John Paul II, originally known as Karol Wojtyla. Here you will not only see his family home but also explore the church where he was baptized. Be sure to spend quality time exploring the museum built in his honor. The majority of its visitors plan a tour to Wadowice from Krakow. It is indeed a great day trip that should be considered. Why Visit? Wadowice is located 30 miles southwest of Krakow. Today, this small town draws tens of thousands of visitors annually to learn about this great Polish man highly cherished by the pilgrims. The…
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Exploring Ojcow National Park | Day Trip From Krakow
Choosing Krakow is indeed a great choice for your next vacation. You’ve probably visited the most popular attractions in Krakow, and with more vacation time on your sleeves, you might begin to wonder, what else is there to do? How about taking a tour outside the borders of Krakow? Leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind for an exciting time with Mother Nature. Enjoy the chirping sounds of birds and feel the undiluted fragrance of blossoming flowers. Take a trip to a place where you can relax and unwind among nature. If this all you want, then you might want to consider taking a private tour from Krakow…
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Where is Auschwitz?
Do you love traveling to destinations that give you a better understanding of its rich history and culture? If you haven’t visited Auschwitz, it’s high time you did. It is the sort of place that shouldn’t be missed. If you’d like to bear witness to the dark, terrifying stories and atrocities that make this concentration camp an irreplaceable part of Poland’s history, be sure to visit in person. This is not the kind of place you feel excited visiting; however, you need to be prepared mentally and psychologically. Overview Auschwitz is a concentration, and extermination camp set up by the Nazis during the Second World War. Between 1940 – 1945,…
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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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Zalipe – The Painted Village
Located in south-eastern Poland, Zalipie is definitely one of the country’s most visited destinations by local visitors and foreign travelers – and for good reasons. While other destinations are famous for their luxury hotels, impressive attractions, and fantastic shopping, Zalipie has none of this. The village’s international recognition stems from its small wooden cottages, all painted in stunningly beautiful colors. No other village in Poland can boast the unique features that Zalipie offers. International media can’t get enough of its beauty, idyllic place where every house has its own lovely artistic design. Everywhere you turn, there’s always something unique to capture for your Instagram folks. So how did all this…
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Lancut Castle in Poland
Łańcut Castle is one of the most beautiful aristocratic residences in Poland. It is famous for its excellent residential interiors and a fascinating collection of horse-drawn vehicles – one of the largest in Poland. The palace complex is surrounded by an old, picturesque English-style park. History The history of the Łańcut Castle dates back to the 16th century when the Pilecki family erected the first defensive tower in this place. In the 17th century, the Stadnicki family rebuilt it, but Łańcut gained real significance in the 17th century during the Lubomirski reign. By order of Stanisław Lubomirski, bastion fortifications were added to the castle (1629-1642), and the building became the…
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Bobolice Castle in Poland
Castle lovers should definitely visit Bobolice Castle because this 14-century object is unique, so it would be worth checking what it offers. The castle is located in the Silesian Voivodeship just 25 minutes from the other stunning castle in Ogrodzieniec. It was built by King Casimir the Great, who left behind many castles all over Poland. For several years now, we can admire a beautifully restored medieval castle. History The Bobolice stronghold was part of the entire defense system so-called Eagles’ Nests, intended to protect the western border of the Polish state. In 1370 the castle fell into the hands of the Opole prince – Władysław Opolczyk, who later rented…
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Morskie Oko Lake
Zakopane doubles as Poland’s winter capital and a famous resort town for foreign travelers in the summer. It’s proximity to Krakow also made Zakopane what it is today, a popular tourist destination. Most people come to this city for its charm, Krupowki Street famous for its international stores and, more importantly, Morskie Oko – the most beautiful spot in the region, with endless stunning views. Morskie Oko Overview You might have bumped into pictures of this beautiful lake online, and they look so unreal. Well, this is because you haven’t visited the lake firsthand. Surrounded by the Tatra Mountains, Morskie Oko is, without a doubt, the most beautiful of the…
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Pieskowa Skala Castle in Poland
Pieskowa Skała Castle in the Krakow-Czestochowa Upland is a real architectural gem, located in the Ojców National Park. The Renaissance castle welcomes all tourists and captivates with its beauty. The building was created as a part of the fortification chain called Nest Trails, protecting the trade route from Krakow to Silesia. Currently, it is one of the few well-preserved monuments of Renaissance architecture in Poland. History The first mention of this stronghold dates from 1315 and appears in a document signed by Władysław Łokietek, in which the German name Peskenstein of the castle comes out. Probably it is a fortification erected by Henry the Bearded to protect the road connecting…
