Church Of Saints Peter And Paul in Krakow
Overview
One of the most interesting spots on Grodzka street, which is part of the Royal Route leading to Wawel Castle, is the imposing building of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul.
The area around Grodzka Street has been delighting architecture and art lovers with its unforgettable sights for centuries.
One of the most interesting spots on this street, which is part of the Royal Route leading to Wawel Castle, is the imposing building of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul.
The church, the first Baroque building in Krakow, stands in St Mary Magdalene Square, right next to the Romanesque St Andrew’s Church from the 11th century.
The church is distinguished by its size and extremely ornate architecture. The most harateristic element are the balustrades surrounding the area of the church, decorated with pedestals with copies of sculptures of 12 apostles by Kazimierz Jęczmyk.
Inside the church, the interiors boast impressive stucco decoration made by several workshops, including those of artists such as Giovanni Battista Falconi and Kazimierz Kaliski.
Another curiosity of the church of St. Peter and Paul shows the longest Foucault pendulum in Poland - which are held every Thursday.
Contact
Grodzka 52A
31-044 Kraków
12 350 63 65
apostolowie.pl
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The Church of St. Peter and St. Paul in Krakow is located in the heart of the city, on Grodzka Street, near Wawel Castle and the Old Town.
Admission to the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul is free, and the church is open for visitors all year round, except on Mondays.
Foucault Pendulum demonstrations take place almost every Thursday at 10:00, 11:00, and 12:00.
Yes, the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul is a frequent venue for classical music concerts that attract both Krakow residents and tourists. Check local event calendars to find out about upcoming concerts during your visit.
Inside the church, it is worth paying attention to the main altar, sculptures, frescoes, and polychromes that adorn the walls and ceilings. Another important element of the church are the sarcophagi of the church's founders, Stanisław Szczepanowski and Piotr Skarga.