Poland is one of the largest nations in Central Europe, famous for its history and Medieval architecture. The country is home to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the entire medieval Krakow Old Town. (Similar to the Old Town of Tallinn in Estonia.)
Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz, the former German Nazi concentration camp, two of the countries most famous tourist destinations, are also both UNESCO sites.
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I don’t know if it is due to my mother coming from a mining area, visiting underground mines or caves at a young age, or my own technical work experience gained at mines in Germany and Mongolia, but I like going underground. Caverns, mines, tunnels…you name it! Some of these trips have been pretty spectacular … Read more
Krakow is an amazingly beautiful, poignant city and as Poland’s second largest city most foreign visitors will pass through here. As such, there are numerous Krakow attractions that should be on your to-do list. This is how to make the most of a brief trip! The top 5 most entertaining attractions in Krakow: 1. … Read more
Based on my experience visiting Krakow and its environs over nearly 20 years, here are my Top 5 Krakow excursions in and near the city. Some you’d expect, some surprises, but all are entertaining — and a couple are even worth doing repeatedly 😉 Top 5 Krakow Excursions 1. Auschwitz (Oswiecim in Polish) … Read more
Searching for delicious Krakow restaurants? Presenting the first of my three Krakow “Top 5” lists. After years of visiting Poland, I’ve spent plenty of time eating my way around not just Krakow but the entire country. Truthfully I’m looking forward to patronizing these delicious eateries again very soon myself, when I visit Krakow again in … Read more
