Krakowis a picturesque town, the heart of the cultural life of Poland with a long history and unique style, imbued with the spirit of antiquity and of Royal grandeur and magical atmosphere of celebration and wonder. The city has more than 5000 medieval buildings and an unimaginable number of works of fine and decorative arts, and sculpture. For a huge number of attractions, Krakow is called the city-Museum, where everyone will find a favourite corner, street or the historic building. The magical attraction of the city has captured the hearts of millions of tourists from around the world. In addition to ancient monuments, the city has a well developed infrastructure, there are many luxury hotels, restaurants, entertainment, shopping and other important tourist facilities. The historical part of Krakow is the cultural heritage list of UNESCO, and is a magnificent ensemble of ancient architecture Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque styles. This so-called "Royal road" leading to Wawel castle, once the center of state
Polandbecause Krakow was the capital of the Polish lands almost to the end of the XVIII century. On the "Royal route" once passed, the monarchs and that is why it has erected the most beautiful and significant structures. In this place there are some ancient museums and beautiful Catholic temples, the large areas and picturesque squares. One of the largest medieval squares is considered to be the Market square which is also the main area of the city. It was founded in the mid-thirteenth century, and was gradually covered with buildings. Today it is the largest and oldest trading house of the cloth hall on the ground floor there are rows of stalls and shops, and the second – most beautiful exhibition of the National art Museum. Around the square rise to the heights of the asymmetrical towers of the Catholic Church of the assumption of the blessed virgin Mary. Mariacki the Church has a unique eclectic architecture with features of early and late Gothic, and Romanesque style, and dunena asymmetric design sets it apart from other temples of that era. Another landmark of Krakow's Old town is the Episcopal Palace, where he once lived, Pope John Paul II. The old town covers the ring of the Planty Park, planted on the city walls, where you can always relax from the hustle and bustle or a romantic date.