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Grunwald Monument (Pomnik Grunwaldzki)

Pl. Matejki, Krakow 31-157 , Poland
Ranked #38 of 71 attractions in Krakow
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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Auchterarder, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is a facinating monument just outside the Old Town of Krakow. It is very striking and highly prized by the local people. It was a monument that you found something new every time you looked at it.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2009

The Grunwald monument in front of the Barbican commemorates the Battle of Grunwald (go figure!), which as the excellent previous review mentions is one of the most important in Polish history. What stands now on pl. Matejki is a faithful reproduction of the original, and it is worth a walk around for those with an interest. Of note, I was... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2007
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If you're making a trip to the top of ul. Florianska to have a look at the city walls and the Barbican, don't miss a quick look over the main road to see the Grunwald Monument. The Battle of Grunwald is Poland's finest military hour, and saw the joint Polish and Lithuanian armies defeat the mighty Teutonic Knights in 1410.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
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