Kraków: Monuments and Statues
Places and attractions in the Monuments and statues category
Categories
- Museum
- Church
- History museum
- Gothic architecture
- Park
- Art museum
- Historical place
- Sacred and religious sites
- Baroque architecture
- Neighbourhood
- Specialty museum
- Cemetery
- Street
- Concerts and shows
- Universities and schools
- Memorial
- Theater
- Art gallery
- Synagogue
- Palace
- Monuments and statues
- Romanesque architecture
- Shopping
- Gothic Revival architecture
- Science museum
- Nightlife
- Arenas and stadiums
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Forts and castles
Saints Peter and Paul Church
Catholic church in the baroque style Nestled in the heart of Kraków, the Saints Peter and Paul Church is a baroque masterpiece and an architectural gem of the city. This Roman Catholic church, completed in 1619, stands as a testament to the religious and cultural history of Poland.
Grunwald Monument
The Grunwald Monument in Kraków stands as a powerful tribute to the historical Battle of Grunwald, one of the most significant triumphs in Polish history. This commanding statue, designed by Antoni Wiwulski and Marian Konieczny, is a prominent feature in the city's...
Adam Mickiewicz Monument
Statue to one of Poland's national bards Adam Mickiewicz Monument in Kraków, is one of the best known bronze monuments in Poland, and a favourite meeting place at the Main Market Square in the Old Town district of Kraków.
Smok Wawelski
The Wawel Dragon, also known as the Dragon of Wawel Hill, is a famous dragon in Polish folklore. According to the earliest account, a dragon plagued the capital city of Kraków established by legendary King Krak.
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument in Kraków, is one of the best known bronze monuments in Poland. It is the work of artists: Leonard Marconi, professor of Lviv University born in Warsaw, and his son in law, sculptor Antoni Popiel.
Veit Stoss altarpiece in Kraków
The Altarpiece by Veit Stoss, also St. Mary's Altar, is a large Gothic altarpiece and a national treasure of Poland. It is located behind the high altar of St. Mary's Basilica in the city of Kraków. The altarpiece was carved between 1477 and 1489 by the German-born sculptor Veit Stoss who lived and worked in the city for over 20 years.
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