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What to do and see in Stare Miasto, Southern Poland: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Krakow is one of the most culturally and politically significant cities in Poland. It was the central site of the Nazi General Government during WWII, and there’s still a residual feeling of solemnity here that’s especially apparent during visits to the Plaszow Concentration Camp and the Oskar Schindler Factory. Both the Historic City Centre and the Jewish District are brimming with cafés, shops, and pubs, and the 10-acre Main Market Square is a medieval feast for the senses.
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1. The Church of Piarist Fathers
2. Church of the Brothers Hospitallers
3. St Mary's Basilica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,788 reviews
One of the most famous of Poland's churches, this Gothic structure features two striking towers of different heights and surprisingly richly decorated insight, mostly thanks to the vibrant polychromy by great Polish artist Jan Matejko. The greatest masterpiece is though the Main Altar by Veit Stoss - a late Gothic illustration for St. Mary's and Jesus life, including scenes of Mary's death and Assumption. Please note that the church, including Main Altar, is currently under long maintenance and renovation works, which may be of some inconvenience.
Reviewed By alexanderd59 - Lisbon, Portugal
A most beautiful church and during the Christmas market period sands out like a beacon ,we had seen the film of the beautifully carved alter backdrop that the nazis stole in 1940 and was found in Nuremberg after the war , it was repaired ,restored and placed back in the church ,the Krakow square is a magical place ,but below it is a fantastic museum , that shouldn’t be missed ,
4. Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 938 reviews
Decorated with vibrant colors and Stanislaw Wyspianski’s famous stained glass window “God the Father.”
Reviewed By Fane_Babanul - Rishon Lezion, Israel
What makes this church truly remarkable is the stained glass windows authored by Stanislaw Wyspianski, an original Polish artist.
5. Church of St. Peter and St. Paul
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4.5 based on 1,063 reviews
Reviewed By fozjon - Patna, India
this may well be the most beautiful church building in Krakow. Not only is the front of the building beautiful, but it has statues of the 12 apostles out front of it. There's much to see.
6. Dominican Church
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4.5 based on 178 reviews
7. Kosciol Sw. Anny - St. Anne's Collegiate Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By permia
Adjacent to the Jagiellonian University, for which it is the college church, it is a truly magnificent exemplar of grandiose Baroque. With a facade that is richly ornate, adornment with columns and much statuary is to be admired. The interior is breathtaking in its beauty. Every space is replete with gilded embellishments. The vista along the central aisle is spectacular, taking the eye to the high altar that is outstandingly beautiful. A lovely pulpit and its canopy are ornamented with golden figures with the apex a luminescent aglow. To the rear is equally delightful, with the highlight being the gorgeous organ suffused with light.
8. St. Katherine of Alexandria Church
9. Lord's Transfiguration Church
10. Church of St. Bernard of Siena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By TripMitch123 - Cleveland, United States
The Bernardino church at the foot of Wawel Hill is a sight to behold. The entire altar complex is covered with gold leaf. The effect is overwhelming. Only problem is that it was hard to photograph it with accurate impression. The church has an audio guide which is free for visitors to use. Stop in, if only to rest your weary feet after traipsing through Krakow.
