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- TFlIlkeston, UK143 contributionsWe needed something to do on our last day in Krakow and because we landed late, hadn’t been able to visit on our first day. The issue we had was that the people in the hotel could not locate our meeting place (and they’d lived in Krakow for years!) and Google maps wasn’t much better. However, with the help of a shop owner, we eventually found it. The guide was brilliant, very informative and she dealt with the usual ‘know it all’ very diplomatically.
I didn’t realise that a tour of the Cathedral was included but this tour was spectacular, full of interesting historical facts, stories and myths. I would thoroughly recommend a visitWritten 16 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - donvadicastroKyiv, Ukraine97 contributionsGood and quite place to worship. Currently there are some renovation activities, so some places are hidden.
Old mosaic is renovating also.Written 28 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Bertie1224Northamptonshire, UK452 contributionsEaster Saturday, a beautiful choir echoing in the street brought us to watch the procession enter a wonderfully lit church. The gold shone out and the incense made it more mesmerising. A big church with an amazing interior that would require sometime to stand and observe and absorb it all. Superb architecture.Written 16 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ann TMoscow, Russia119 contributionsClassical favorites played in a stunningly beautiful, easily accessible venue—St. Peter and Paul Church! Different concerts every night of the week at 8:00 PM. Reasonably-priced. Tickets available at the door. Highly recommend as a crowd-pleasing, relaxing cultural activity, that can fill in any free evening in Krakow!Written 8 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Hannelore HUnited Kingdom245 contributionsA very typical church giving a good sense of cultural, religious and historical background, would definitely recommend to visit.Written 27 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Maks matej C131 contributionsThe site of the building originally housed the neo-Gothic monastery complex of the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy (founded in 1862), which was designed by Charles Zaremba and was built between 1889–1891. In 1966, the remains of Sister Faustina were moved to the church. In 1968 Cardinal Karol Wojtyła (later Pope John Paul II) designated the church as a shrine, thanks to the remains of Sister Faustina.Written 7 March 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Pernille ICopenhagen, Denmark4,860 contributionsI am not sure where the rock is - when you arrive at the church it is situated at the end of a street; you enter the premises which are quite vast including the Pauline monastery - on the back is the Vistula river, but not a big drop down.
The site has seen several churches - dating back from the Middle Ages and rebuilt in the 14th and then in the 18th century.
As with the St Joseph church in the Podgorze district there is a park around it with modern sculptures as well as a sculpture at a lower level, which reminds you of the Laibela church in Ethiopia - only the statue is of the Saint Stanislaw, and during summer it becomes a well from which pilgrims drink the water.
Interiors are quite sober with golden and cream colors; but the highlight is really the exterior with the semicircle of statues representing the Three Millenia and displaying seven huge statues of important people from Polish history - clergy and others; among these John Paul II of course but also the queen Jadwiga who funded the construction of the St Barbaras church at Rynek Glowny, and the martyr Adalbart namesake of the small church on Rynek Glowny too.
Definitely worth a visit although a bit off the beaten track.Written 18 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pernille ICopenhagen, Denmark4,860 contributionsThe Tempel synagogue is one of 7 synagogues in Krakow; and still serves but only for a few services a year. Mainly it is being used as a venue for concert and cultural festivals.
The exterior is in a Moorish style reminiscent of the great synagogue of Budapest, and it is placed in the same way on a pointed square between 2 streets.
The interior is finely decorated with a golden ceiling, a bima and stained glass windows including the names of the donators from the community. It is definitely lavish and extravagant and a must-see visit on the tour of the Krakow synagogues.
The entrance fee is 10 PLN (2 EUR) which also helps to keep renovations going after the synagogue was badly damaged during the war.Written 18 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RainbowtravelgirlAmsterdam, The Netherlands308 contributionsAn imposing sanctuary on a hilltop. Reaching it, it evokes tranquility. Nicely laid-out parking facing it. I entered it from the ground floor, leading me to a serene chapel where other small chapels of Mary and Saints are found. In the center of the big chapel is the relic of St. John Paul below the Holy Mass Altar. Around it are the different Marian portraits of the holy saint. Not far from this is a special chapel dedicated to St. John Paul's tomb with the vial relic on top of it. It is moving to pray next to the tomb. In the upper part of the Sanctuary is the huge and beautiful Church. The wall mosaic around it depicting St. John Paul's life are amazingly nice creation. One can just sit and be amazed spiritually. The most profound corner is where the exposition of the blooded cassock during the attempted assasination in 1981. Outside the Sanctuary is a museum where one can relive the life of the St. John Paul. From his childhood to the gifts he received during his 25 years of Papacy from different countries. There is an entrance fee. In the middle of the garden is a lifesize statue of Poland's beloved son. If you are not coming with your own car, ask the taxi to wait for you. There is a cafeteria. Toilet is onsite too. Sanctuary is not far from the city of Crakow. It overlooks the Basilica of Divine Mercy.Written 27 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TheShisTel Aviv, Israel39,348 contributionsThis is a smallish synagogue, located at the entrance to the Jewish quarter. Next to it, there's a small cemetery with some old Jewish tombstones.Written 20 March 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 545medvaBudapest, Hungary3,972 contributionsMAybe it is not so famous as the other synagogues in the Jewish quater, but is one of the oldest and nicest.Written 18 June 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- HCovikAtlanta, GA3,299 contributionsWhat caught my eye first was the arcaded chapel-like structure in front of the church near the church entrance. It's know as the Garden of Olives and used to be the cemetery chapel and has some interesting late 15th century sculptures.
The church itself is Gothic and built in the 2nd half of the 14th century as a cemetery chapel. It was remodeled in the 17th century in the baroque style and it pretty much looks now as it looked then. The arcaded area outside is what reminds us of its original function.
The Gothic crucifix in the high altar and a stone Pieta in a chapel remind of us earlier days. The church is still rich when it comes to decorations and frescoes. but less over the top as its other baroque siblings. The fact that it belonged to the Jesuits for quite some time may have something to do with it. The church is free, so do not hesitate to walk in.Written 28 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Pernille ICopenhagen, Denmark4,860 contributionsAnother of the 7 synagogues of Krakow is the Kupa synagogue; its origins going back to the 17th century but since it has had a tormented history.
The building is quite simple from the outside; but the inside is beautifully decorated. As it was burnt down, it is still in a constant renovation and your 10 PLN (2 EUR) will help fund that work.
The colors are all very subdued and subtle; pastel blues and creamy colors with touches of orange. Below the upper gallery runs a frieze with the zodiac signs, and scenes from biblical cities - Jerusalem, Hebron etc.
The decorations are mostly more recent, but you can find a part of the old decorations on a corner wall with Hebrew inscriptions.Written 18 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ann_CatherineNorwayOslo, Norway352 contributionsNice little church. Do step in if you are passing by. A few nice side alters and peaceful atmosphere. Local church feelingWritten 27 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Flyer58676982370Claremont, CA17 contributionsThe Ark of the Lord has an extraordinary 60 + year history of its founding by the steelworker residents of Nowa Huta (New Steel Plant) starting in 1960. Communist authorities, at the time of their approval of a new church, required it not look like a typical Catholic Church. The architect designed and made reference to the biblical Noah's Ark. It was built by hand by the local steelworkers who also made significant contributions to its construction. One must visit th o personally appreciate its design, construction and use for the communityWritten 1 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Krakow
- These places are best for sacred & religious sites in Krakow:
- Wawel Cathedral
- Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow
- Church of St. Peter and St. Paul
- Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
- Corpus Christi Church (Kosciól Bozego Ciala)
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- These are the best places for groups seeking sacred & religious sites in Krakow:
- Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
- Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow
- Corpus Christi Church (Kosciól Bozego Ciala)
- Wawel Cathedral
- Church of St. Peter and St. Paul
- These are the best places for budget-friendly sacred & religious sites in Krakow:
- Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
- Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow
- Corpus Christi Church (Kosciól Bozego Ciala)
- Wawel Cathedral
- Church of St. Andrew (Kosciol Swietogo Andrzeja)