Bishops Palace

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The Bishop's Palace was founded in the 14th century, but its modern appearance was received in the 17th century - during the time of Bishop Peter Gembitsky. A monument to Pope John Paul II was erected in the courtyard of the Palace

Future Pope John Paul II - Karol Wojtyla - lived in the 60s and 70s of the last century at the Bishop's Palace. After the election, he continued to maintain contact with his native city and periodically came here.

Address: Krakow, Francyszkanska, 3.

Bishops 'Palace

Bishops' Palace

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Memorial place of Pope John Paul II May 30, 2014

Arina

was here in May 2013

The Bishop's Palace in Krakow, built in the XIV century, is always associated with Pope John Paul II, where he lived in the 60s and 70s, when he was still a Polish cardinal. In the courtyard of the palace a monument is erected to him, where he is depicted in a blessing pose with raised hands. The sculpture is very lively and realistic, talentedly made. Along the walls there are stands with information about the activities of the pope and his life, and in different languages. When Christian holidays take place here ... Read the whole review