Krakow

Name: Krakow
Address: Central Europe, Poland

Central Europe, Poland

Poland

People from Krakow are called:

Male/General:

Cracovian

Pronunciation:

/krəˈkoʊviən/

Quick Facts

Population:: 804,237 (2024 est.)
Country:: Poland
Region:: Central Europe

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Etymology & Origin

Possibly from the legendary founder 'Krakus' or from 'krakać' (to croak), referring to ravens that inhabited the Wawel Hill.

About Krakow

Second largest city in Poland and former royal capital.
UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautifully preserved medieval old town.
Major cultural and academic center with Jagiellonian University, one of Europe's oldest universities.
Important tourist destination known for its Main Market Square, Wawel Castle, and nearby Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Rich Jewish heritage and proximity to Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial.

Nearby Places

Other places in the region and their demonyms

Warsaw

252 km north

People are called:

Varsovian

Prague

442 km west

People are called:

Praguer

Vienna

401 km southwest

People are called:

Viennese

Quick Facts

Population:: 804,237 (2024 est.)
Country:: Poland
Region:: Central Europe

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