Krakow, sometimes spelled Cracow in English, is Poland’s second-largest and one of its most ancient cities. Located on the Vistula River in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, the city’s origins trace back to the seventh century.
Kraków held the official title of Poland’s capital until 1596 and has consistently been a prominent hub for Polish academic, economic, cultural, and artistic activities.
Renowned as one of Europe’s most picturesque cities, its Old Town featuring the Wawel Royal Castle received UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1978, making it one of the world’s earliest sites to achieve this recognition.