Day two

This is our first full day in Krakow. We began the day with a field trip to Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the political and cultural center of Poland until the early 17th century. There were medieval treasures as well as an unparalleled collection of the once great European art of weaving. These tapestries are magnificent painting-like pictures, some designed by Michael van Coxcie, “the Flemish Raphael.”

Here are some photos of our trip to the castle:

Philip gives us the basic info. We all have wireless earphones, especially helpful in crowded areas.

David gets a great shot

A castle tower

The river is receding from the recent flooding

Here is the main square in the castle

A student artist is sketching the activity in the square

A Cub Scout troop

And now onto the “old town”

Local pastries

Is he real or a statue?

These are the towers of the St. Mary’s Church