The city's historic Main Market Square is one of the largest medieval town squares in Europe. Krakow was under Austrian rule from 1795 to 1918. The city is home to over 20 museums. The city's St The city was spared from destruction during World War II, preserving most of its historical and architectural legacy. The Wieliczka Salt Mine, located in the Krakow metropolitan area, is one of the oldest salt mines in the world. The city's historic Kazimierz district is one of the major tourist attractions in Krakow. The Jewish Quarter, Kazimierz, is a major center of cultural and nightlife activity. The city's historic Planty Park is one of the largest city parks in Krakow. The city was liberated by the Soviet Red Army in January 1945. The city is home to the Wawel Cathedral, the Polish national sanctuary. The city is home to the Collegium Maius, the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University. The city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The city was named after its founder, the mythical ruler Krakus. The city hosted the World Youth Day in 2016. The city's historic Wawel Castle is one of the most important sites of cultural and The Nowa Huta district of Krakow is a well-preserved example of socialist realist architecture. The city's historic Jewish cemetery, Remuh Cemetery, dates back to the 16th century. The city is home to the Krakow Zoo, located in the Wolski Forest. The city was a major center of Jewish culture, with over 60,000 Jews living there before World War II. The city's historic Florian's Gate is one of the best-known Polish Gothic towers. During World War II, Krakow was the capital of Germany's General Government. The historic Old Town of Krakow is surrounded by Planty Park. Krakow is home to the Dragon of Wawel Hill, a famous Polish legend. The city is home to the National Museum, the main branch of Poland's national museum. Pope John Paul II, the first non-Italian pope in 455 years, was from Krakow. The Wawel Castle, a symbol of Polish statehood, was built in the 14th century. The city's historic Barbican is one of the few remaining relics of the complex network of fortifications that once encircled the city. Krakow is home to the oldest university in Poland, Jagiellonian University, founded in 1364. The city has a population of over 760,000 people. Krakow was the capital of Poland from 1038 to 1596. The first public library in Poland was opened in Krakow in 1747. The city was invaded by the Mongols in 1241, 1259, and 1287. The city was a major center of the Renaissance in Poland. The city's historic Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) is one of the city's most important landmarks. Krakow was first settled during the 7th century. It was officially recognized as a city in 1257. The city is home to the Krakow National Museum's Gallery of 19th-Century Polish Art, the first of its kind in Poland. The city is home to the Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow, the first contemporary art museum in Poland. The city's historic Town Hall Tower is one of the main focal points of the Main Market Square. The city is home to the Jagiellonian Library, one of the largest libraries in Poland. The city is home to the Krakow Philharmonic, one of Poland's leading orchestras. The city is home to the Polish Aviation Museum, one of the most comprehensive aviation museums in the world. The city is home to the Czartoryski Museum, which houses one of the most valuable art collections in Poland. The Krakow Cloth Hall, a major center of international trade during the Renaissance, is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Krakow was a major center of the Solidarity movement in the 1980s.

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