Easter, the celebration of Christ’s Resurrection, is one of the two greatest religious holidays in Małopolska. One of the symbols of rebirth used throughout the country are eggs. In the days preceding Easter, they used to be meticulously painted into intricate colourful patterns – the pisanki, or dyed into gaudy colours while boiling – the kraszanki. Read More
There is no other time for joyful celebration like the end of winter slumber, when all the nature is joyfully springing to life. Little wonder, all cultures and religions have developed particular celebrations for this time. Many of them are observed in local communities of Małopolska, a region that has retained many traditions, some of which date back to pagan times and have been transformed by not only the Western but also Orthodox and Greek churches. Read More
The biggest sporting event in Europe is about to start in Małopolska this summer. And yes, that means that the European Games in Kraków and Małopolska are less than 50 days away! Read More
If once upon a midnight dreary, you realise you’re fed up with winter (particularly because it is drab and dreary), and you ponder – weak and weary – what to do about it, hesitate then no longer and treat yourself to steaming thermal bath that will make your soul grow stronger. Take a break and make a cheerful swing into spring. Only this and nothing more! Read More
