Enchanting hill that raises over the city

The magic hill, situated in the very centre of Krakow, bears a unique name - Wawel - that became a hallmark of the city. The hill reveals the treasures of Krakow as there was the settlement from which the history of the Royal City of Krakow started. Word Wawel is also used to describe the castle, cathedral and a dragon that, according to the legend, had its seat in the cave of the hill.
The cathedral is one of the symbols of Poland - as there are placed the tombs of Polish kings, who ruled the country when Krakow was its capital. Starting from the first - who also reunited Poland - Wladyslaw the Short (Lokietek). In the basement of the cathedral one can also visit the tombs of Polish poets - Slowacki and Mickiewicz. Saint Jadwiga, the only female king of Poland - Hungarian princess - deriving from Polish first dynasty of Piasts - was burried on the wawel Hill. But when entering the place, one can admire in the main nave the silver coffin with remains of Saint Stanislaw - bishop of Krakow and patron of Poland. The visitors can also climb a tower to see and touch the Sigismund bell whose sound celebrates important events of Krakow and whole country.
The Wawel castle features beautiful Renaissance countryard. The tourists are allowed to visit the royal apartments and treasury.
When looking for thrills, mystery and legends - you are encouraged to visit the cave of the Wawel dragon who used to endangered Krakow and its citizens and afterwards was defeated by a simple shoemaker.
The Wawel Hill is seen from many places in Krakow. One of the most beautiful views one can get from Kanonicza street - which is said to be one of the most beautiful streets in the city. As well Poleski hotel features the view of whole Wawel Hill - situated on the other side of the river it enables its guests to stroll at the embankment of Vistula (Wisla) river. If you, however, choose different hotel in Krakow then Wawel Hill is still a must see of your trip.