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After 1918, when Poland regained its independence, the Dragon’s Den was prepared for visitors by prof. Adolf Szyszko-Bohusz. Exploring the cave’s murky caverns, filled with mysterious niches and fissures, is an unforgettable experience.
The cave that the legendary dragon inhabited leads down from Wawel Hill to the bank of the Vistula. The legendary beast terrorised the locals and demanded offerings of cattle, though in an...
14 sie 2024 · Beyond being a popular tourist attraction, the legend of the Wawel Dragon is ingrained in Polish culture. It’s a symbol of Krakow and how the city got its name! Here is a complete guide on the Wawel Dragon legend and how to visit the dragon’s den and dragon statue. You’ll even get to spot some dragon bones too!
The so-called Dragon's Den is just a limestone cave in the Wawel Hill. You descend 135 steps on a steep spiral staircase, and you see two caves, one bigger and one smaller, with some empty cavities that light up from time to time... and that's it!
Dragon's den: cave exploration in central Krakow. Tradition connects the beginnings of Krakow with one Prince Krak who rid his people of a dragon devouring both their stock and their virgins.
15 lis 2023 · Dragon's Den. Formed about 25 million years ago, the spectacular limestone formation of Wawel Hill is not the solid piece of rock it appears to be, but rather filled with eerie caves and crawl spaces.
13 paź 2015 · Discover Wawel Dragon's Den in Krakow, Poland: This Polish cave has housed a dragon, a brothel, and an enduring legend.