Krakow

Kraków came through WWII unscathed; the 20th century’s impact having been confined to acid rain. It has retained a wealth of old architecture from different periods; the tallest structures dominating Kraków’s skyline are the spires of old churches. It’s a city alive with character and soul.

As the royal capital for half a millennium, Kraków absorbed more of Poland’s history than any other city in the country. It then had the good fortune to emerge from WWII unscathed. As a result, it’s not just Poland’s most popular tourist destination, it’s an architectural and cultural gem.