Krakow Christmas Breaks - A Celebration on the Winter Wonderland

Situated on Vistula River, Krakow is the second-largest city in Poland. Served as the capital until 1596, Krakow is the cultural, historical and economic centre of this country. Inhabited since Stone Age, Legend says that Krakow was ruled by mythical Krakus. The old town Krakow is designated by UNESCO as the world heritage site. Surviving the bombarding of WWII, the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture still looks surprisingly fascinating in the city.  Furthermore, the oldest city of Poland captivates everyone with medieval old world charm and charismatic culture. However, this city turns in to a winter wonderland with the onset of December. The streets glitter with shining festive lights and squares turn magical with colorful Christmas markets. Above all, the smells of gingerbread and the scents of caramelized sugar fill the air on Krakow Christmas Breaks.

Rynek Glowny Christmas Market on Christmas Breaks to Krakow

Krakow kicks off the Christmas celebrations with the opening of the Christmas Market at Rynek Glowney market place in the old town. In fact, this is the largest medieval market and one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe. The region turns in to a merry land with spectacular stalls selling beautiful handicrafts, sweets, local products, toys, jewellery and all kinds of souvenirs. And also, the adjoining cultural stage reverbs with the folk art, corals, choirs and plays. However, the market stalls also serve delicious snacks, cheese, and chestnuts. In fact, the appetizing scents from the market make one carve for more on Christmas Breaks to Krakow. Finally, enjoy the Polish hot mulled wine and relish the variety of Polish delicacies.

Christmas Cribs and Nativity Scenes on Krakow City Breaks

Along with the beautiful Christmas carols, Krakow spreads joy, fun, and frolic with the traditional nativity scenes and Christmas cribs or szopki. However, the Christmas Crib contest is the most famous in the city. In fact, szopki was started in the 19^th century to benefit the masons and craftsmen during drizzling days of autumns. However, it has now turned into a rich tradition in the city. From the kids to the grannies, everyone interested in the competition can prepare these handmade creations. Finally, the winning cribs in the competition find a place in Krakow’s Historical Museum. Finally, buy the beautiful looking wooden and ceramic nativities as souvenirs to take back home from Krakow City Breaks.

Kids go Gaga with the arrival of St Nicholas on Krakow Holidays

Honoring the 4^th century Bishop of Myra in Lycia of Turkey, Krakow celebrates St Nicholas Day on the 6^th of December every year. Like children wait for the Santa Claus in some countries, the kids of Krakow eagerly wait for the gifts of St Nicholas, to kick start their Christmas celebrations. In fact, the kids explain their behavior and express their wish list of gifts in advance, to St Nicholas, who comes in a golden robe and bishop’s hat.  Finally on the mornings of 6th December, the kids awake with a gift under their pillow on Krakow Holidays.

Baby Jesus Gifts for Christmas Eve on Holidays in Krakow

Celebrating Christmas in Krakow gives immense pleasure to your kids and loved ones. As the kids go crazy with the gifts on St Nicholas Day, Christmas Eve on the 24^th night embraces more joy on children in Krakow. This time, it is the turn of baby Jesus to honor the children with great presents. However, the kids should maintain silence when the bell rings, to let the gifting little angels in during Holidays in Krakow.

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