Construction of the metro – which would be only the second in Poland – is scheduled to begin in 2028.
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Polish city has EU’s second-most-polluted air with two more among worst 10
However, Poland’s results are better than three years ago, with Polish cities showing a reduction in air pollution.
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Cat found living in “dragon’s cave” beneath Polish castle
Like the legendary Wawel dragon, the cat was lured out of the cave with food.
Polish cities most congested for their size in the world
Wrocław, Łódź, and Kraków have the worst city-centre congestion in the world among cities classified as “small” in the TomTom Traffic Index.
Kraków restaurant named best in Poland at World Culinary Awards
As well as offering a Florentine-style beefsteak that reflects its name, Fiorentina restaurant specialises in Polish cuisine.
Polish archbishop criticises presidential veto in Christmas sermon
A Catholic commentator pointed out that political agitation is an “unworthy use of the sacred day”.
Kraków airport opens “library” with books for passengers
The books were donated by the city’s library and nine consulates in Kraków.
Poland pays tribute to Ukraine dead and Polish war victims on All Saints’ Day
Millions of Poles visit cemeteries on All Saints’ Day to leave candles and flowers at the graves of loved ones.
First Hindu temple opens near Kraków in Poland
The temple will serve a growing Hindu community in Poland and spread knowledge about India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
“Social shop” opens in Polish city to help those struggling with cost of living
The store offers free groceries to individuals and families experiencing hardship, as well as advice on healthy eating.
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters declared persona non grata by Polish city over Ukraine war views
Two concerts by Roger Waters due to take place in Kraków next year have been cancelled.
Poland’s east depopulates as suburbs grow, census data show
Poland’s overall population fell by 1.2%, while the number of municipalities with a share of older people exceeding 20% increased tenfold.
“Go sing in Moscow”: Kraków councillor seeks to stop Roger Waters concerts over Ukraine stance
Pink Floyd founder Waters has blamed NATO for the war and accused Ukraine of “crossing red lines set out quite clearly by Russia”.
Kraków unveils new dragon statues as part of proposed tourist trail
The dragon figurines are based on a citizens’ initiative inspired by Wrocław’s gnomes.
