Krakow is situated in southern Poland, in the close vicinity of the Beskidy and Tatra Mountains. The city, the former capital of Poland, has a history of more than one thousand years. The number of its inhabitants amounts to nearly 800,000.

Krakow is famous for its beautiful old architecture, boasting Europe’s largest medieval market square. The city’s unique atmosphere, however, is not only created by its amazing architecture but, in the first place, by numerous cultural events and great night life. Krakow hosts a great number of festivals throughout the year, including film, classical music and photography, as well as the internationally famous Festival of Jewish Culture or Jazz Festival. The city also boasts some of the most renowned galleries and museums in the country and one of the European greatest theatre districts. There are over a hundred pubs and bars in the vicinity of Krakow’s Market Square alone, most in the cellars of historic buildings, hosting to exhibitions, jazz concerts or experimental drama.

In recent years, Krakow has become one of the most frequently visited places in Europe, so you can meet here interesting people from all over the world. No wonder Krakow received the title of the European City of Culture in 2000.

More information is available at www.krakow.pl