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THIS CITY HAS SOUL: PART 1 (Krakow, Poland)

9/28/2014

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Sometimes I can feel my bones straining under the weight of all the lives I'm not living. 
- Jonathan Safran Foer | Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
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Krakow, you probably have heard it so many times. Some say, its overrated but some say its beautiful but really how's Krakow? We think Krakow is such a humble city, as compared to other well-known cities like Paris. We are burnt by the hype of Paris probably because we had high expectations but Krakow has a different vibe, it is a city that still values tradition. 

For two days in a row, we did day trips to the salt mine and Auschwitz and only got to explore Krakow on late afternoons. Krakow has been a very memorable trip because of Auschwitz. Krakow is a charming city and best explored on foot. We stayed at a hotel near the Old Town and was walking distance from the main sights. We had fun walking around in one of the biggest square in Europe. We did not want to go too far since we are tired from already doing a tour in the morning. As we investigate deeper into the Old Town, in every corner, there are cobbled streets and architecture dating back from the 14th century. 

We noticed that it was way cheaper than other European cities especially for eating out. As a couple, we rarely explore bars or the night life in any city, instead, we get to know a place better by exploring their food scene. We noticed partying people but we just ignored them and it certainly didn't ruin Krakow's impression to us. 

Stay tuned for our next post about Krakow. The next day was spent just exploring the city of Krakow and celebrated Tanj's 30th birthday. 
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Categories: Europe, Poland
42 Comments
Dana
3/21/2015 01:06:03 pm

Looks like you all really got to explore. Wonderful pictures!

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Tanj
5/8/2015 11:31:08 pm

Yes, I loved it there. Thank you.

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Elizaveta Hesketh link
5/9/2015 04:55:04 am

Lucky you've made it to Poland! This has always been my dream to go to Poland, it is very beautiful in there! Such a historic culture, and so much to see! I hope to visit, too, some day!

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:39:07 pm

Very beautiful indeed and hopefully you get there soon!

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Tiaras & Tantrums link
5/9/2015 05:06:39 am

Your images are gorgeous! My husband travels here for business and says the city is lovely.

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:39:22 pm

Yeah its lovely and cheap! Thank you!

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Dawn link
5/9/2015 05:08:47 am

What a beautiful city! I had no idea that Krakow was so gorgeous. I love the architecture!

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:39:54 pm

Krakow is gorgeous, believe me!

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Joyful Gifts by Julie link
5/9/2015 05:47:11 am

Such a beautiful and unique city. I have never seen pictures of Krakow before. The streets and buildings are wonderful. I love the artists on the street too. Very nice.

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:40:28 pm

Yeah, was able to capture some of them. Thanks!

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Michele link
5/9/2015 09:58:28 am

Strange but I never thought of Poland or any of its cities as a place to go on vacation. I am sitting here wondering why. Your pictures make me want to see it for myself.

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:40:58 pm

Poland is gorgeous, I hope you can visit it too.

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Kita Bryant link
5/9/2015 05:33:20 pm

Love the pics! My camera would have a blast and to capture the birds on her lol my daughter would have been freaking out if that happened to her.

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Tanj
5/9/2015 05:41:24 pm

Thank you! The girl was loving it... she was playing with it even.

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Heather link
5/9/2015 05:52:16 pm

Ah! Your pictures are beautiful! I'd love to visit a place like this one day. It sounds like a very humble city in deed.

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:57:25 am

Yes it really was. Poland is also cheap, so that's a bonus!

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Lisa @bitesforbabies link
5/10/2015 02:52:47 am

I have always wanted to go to Poland!! I lived in Europe for about 8 years and traveled quite extensively, including some Eastern countries (Hungary, Romania) but I still regret that I didn't get to Poland!

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:16:46 pm

Maybe next time?

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LyndaS link
5/10/2015 02:58:34 am

I really like your photos. I haven't been to Poland - yet - so for now I will have to enjoy it vicariously through your post(s). Thanks!

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:57:41 am

Thank you!

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Jeanine link
5/10/2015 05:53:09 am

Looks like a wonderful place to explore. Your photos are really lovely. Looks like a great time!

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:57:59 am

Thank you, made my day.

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vsudarsan@gmail.com link
5/10/2015 05:56:47 am

Wow! What a beautiful place! Love the architecture, so different from what we see here.

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Tanj
5/10/2015 11:58:23 am

Agree! Poland is as pretty as it looks.

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kristen
5/10/2015 02:45:02 pm

awwww it looks like you guys had so much fun! I love your outfits!

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Tanj
5/10/2015 03:15:54 pm

Haha! Thanks!

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Melody link
5/10/2015 03:11:49 pm

First off, I am loving your hat and top! So chic! Poland is one of the places my husband and I have on our list of countries to visit. I am loving all your pictures and I can't wait to share your blog with him.

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Tanj
5/10/2015 04:07:26 pm

Thank you so much Melody and it means a lot that yo said that.

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Fi Ni Neachtain
5/10/2015 11:18:23 pm

Oh Krakow looks so beautiful, I love the buildings. Your photos are fantastic. My other halves family are from Krakow and his grandmother is quite ill at the moment so we may have to fly there soon.

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:16:27 pm

I hope you can see Poland soon!

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Joanne T Ferguson link
5/10/2015 11:33:19 pm

Thank you for allowing me to learn something new! I always like experiencing places through someone's unique view!

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:17:04 pm

My pleasure!

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Terri Beavers link
5/11/2015 03:05:04 am

Oh wow, I really love all of your detailed photos. It's the next best thing to my traveling there. Thanks so much for sharing, I'm getting travel antsy just looking at your photos.

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:17:43 pm

Thank you! Go now... haha

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Tami link
5/11/2015 04:35:10 am

I love the pictures you've taken. They are crisp and make we want to visit now!

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:18:07 pm

Thank you. I try my best to capture everything right.

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Ourfamilyworld link
5/11/2015 01:07:07 pm

This looks like a great place to visit. I would love to visit one day. Your pictures look amazing

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:18:41 pm

It is a great place to visit - a lot of history in Poland and thank you.

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Mama to 5 Blessings link
5/11/2015 03:08:40 pm

What great photo's! I love the architecture of the buildings. What amazing travel!

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Tanj
5/11/2015 07:19:15 pm

Thank you. I also loved the architecture in Poland.

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Paul link
5/24/2016 07:58:56 am

Nice photos! Indeed Krakow has a soul. I enjoy this city really much, as I spent some great time here, learning Polish at Prolog: http://polishcourses.com/. The atmosphere is fantastic and I made friends with people from my group. After the classes we enjoyed Krakow.

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stansted airport taxi link
11/20/2017 05:58:52 am

nice article

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