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Krakow and Auschwitz
Krakow, the former capital of Poland, is globally acclaimed for its precious architectural monuments and unique, friendly atmosphere.
Krakow is one of the oldest cities in Poland, with evidence of settlements dating back to 20,000 BC, and has recently been labelled a UNESCO World Heritage site. Popular attractions in the city include Wawel Castle, the ancient seat of Polish Kings which is now a major museum, and Kazimierz, the former Jewish district. Kazimierz was preserved in memory of more than 40,000 Jewish residents of Krakow and the surrounding areas who died in the Holocaust.
Auschwitz, the largest and most infamous of Nazi Germany’s concentration camps, is situated approximately 50km west of Krakow. The camp was only partially destroyed by the fleeting Nazis, so many of the original buildings remain as a bleak document of the camp’s history, and provides an informative and deeply moving experience for school groups – teachers and pupils alike.
Prices from £330 for 3 nights, half board by air.
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