Wawel Hill

Wawel Hill is a Jurassic limestone rock, a dominant feature in the landscape of Cracow (about 228 m above sea level), formed about 150 million years ago.

This place is a must visit for foreign tourists that prominently highlights the history and culture of Poland. Situated on the bank of the Vistula river, the hill not onlyoverflows with priceless art treasures, timeless architectural beauties but its is also full of glorious and magical history.

Wawel Hill is blessed with Wawel Cathedral, which is truly an architectural masterpiece. Most of the Polish kings and their family members are buried in the cathedral together with national heroes, poets, saints and numerous bishops. Also visit Wavel Royal Castle exhibiting stately halls and exquisite chambers, which are filled with priceless art, royal furniture and rare ancient objects.

The royal Wavel Hills also houses magnificent Crown Treasury, explore the regal jewels and other precious items along with the displays of ancient arms and armatures. Do not forget to visit the splendid beauty of huge natural cavity called Dragon's Den inside the Wawel Hill, which is the legendary hideout of a fiery monster. The Hills also showcases a world-class church art and historic curios through Cathedral Museum, which is a must see place while on a tour to Poland.