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Street-by-Street: Wawel Hill

The Wawel is exceptional because of 2 Statue of Tadeusz Kościuszko
its first-class collections and its unique The statue of Kościuszko stands at the
entrance to Wawel Castle. Kościuszko
atmosphere. To savour it unhindered by was the general who
large crowds you should plan an early- led the Insurrection
morning visit when the cathedral and of 1794 against the
castle courtyard are nearly deserted. Russian army. His
ashes rest in the
Visitors from every corner of the cathedral crypt.
world gather here before noon,
thereby enlivening the place.
A trip to the cathedral, where
a variety of styles intermingle,
as well as to the Royal Castle, The Coat of
is a must. Arms Gate

4 Cathedral Museum
The museum houses a collection of
sacred art, as well as a selection of
insignia and memorabilia of the Polish
kings, including the coronation robe
of Stanisław August Poniatowski.

8 Dragon’s Lair
This cave, consisting of a number
of interconnecting chambers, and
a sculpture of a fire-belching dragon
is a much loved attraction. It is
particularly popular with children.

Key
Suggested route

1 Fortifications and Towers
The compact but varied defence system
on Wawel Hill was constructed from the
15th to the 19th centuries.