Poland and Czech Republic

page 9  - Krakow


The 'Sikiennice' (Cloth Hall) in Krakow's main square.  It was built 600 years ago to serve as a sort of clearing house for cloth and other goods.  Now it contains mostly souvenier shops and Polish crafts. There is a museum on the upper floor but I didn't go in.  I like watching things that move more than paintings and buildings.  The main square is one of Europe's largest.  There are lots and lots of souvenier vendors, musicians, sword-swallowers, fire jugglers, and so forth.  Bring plenty of small change here to contribute to these artists if you sit down at one of the many cafes for a drink.  They entertain you and your guests while you relax, and expect a small fee in return.

Far off to the left, I think, is a monument to Adam Mickiewicz, the Polish poet.

A folk music group I encountered.  I was later told they are from Czestochowa.  That's what their sign said.

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