Florianska Gate

Kraków used to have eight city gates. These fortified entrances were the only legal (and practical) way to enter the walled city. Only one of them remains — the beautiful Florianska Gate. The Barbakan (or "Barbican," see next photo) lies just in front of it and it is closed in on both sides by remaining sections of the old walls. It is here that hundreds of paintings are hung every day, all available for purchase. The Florianska Gate is now a powerful symbol of Kraków and is one of the most photographed sights.

Photo 718, May 2007

Florianska Gate

Photo 825, May 2007

Florianska Gate

Moat

Photo 804, May 2007

Florianska Gate

Photo 803, May 2007