KRAKOW BARBICAN

The Krakow Barbican was established at the end of the XV century and is a symbol of Krakow’s fortification process against foreign invasion. It has been built in a spectacular yet strategic way, making it impossible for foreign aggressors to pass by. Today, it has been converted into a museum and used for various events like jousting and pageants. 

The Krakow Barbican is a former fortified outpost, which serves as a gateway to the Old Town, Krakow. It was once connected to the city walls as part of the fortification process against the raid of Tatars. This stunning Gothic-styled barbican was built in around 1498 as an added security measure to the St. Florian’s Gate. As a result, the royal processions of monarchs and nobles could safely pass by with the utmost security. Now, this Polish attraction falls under the control of the Historical Museum of the City of Krakow. 

It has around 7 small towers and a projecting front gate with impenetrable metal portcullis. Currently, it has been converted into a major Krakow tourist attraction and hosts a number of cultural and social events. Tourists come to admire the spectacular Gothic beauty it possesses and also its intricate interiors.

Highlights

• Get a glimpse into how the fortification process was carried on to protect the city from Turkish invasions during your visit to the Barbican. 
• Admire its Gothic style, which gives a stunning appeal to its exteriors. 
• Look out for the 7 small towers and the impenetrable metal portcullis, which acts as amazing defences. 
• Get a chance to attend the events that happen here like the mediaeval jousting and mediaeval pageants. 
• Know about how this wall was used to secure the Florian's Gate, from where a number of Royal Processions took place.