Poland Lesser Poland Voivodeship Kraków

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A zoological garden in Southern Poland, home to over 1,500 animals representing about 260 species, including rare and endangered ones.

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Tucked into the swaying woodlands of Las Wolski, Krakow Zoo roars with lions and swings with chimpanzees. It’s thought that the collection of wild creatures here began life way back in the 15th century, when the Polish king kept a curious menagerie of imported beasts in the grounds of the Wawel Castle. These days, a whopping 260 species can be seen, covering exotic amphibians, hulking jungle mammals, and wild wolf packs.

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    So, you’re heading off to Krakow? Get ready for a whirlwind of Gothic castles, cobbled squares topped by majestic palaces, leafy parks, and, of course, more potent vodka shots than you’ll care to remember (or be able to remember!). Yep, this cultural hub of Poland is unquestionably one of the most enthralling towns on the […]

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