- The Great Barbican of Krakow. ... In the past the Krakow barbican (Barbakan in Polish) was surrounded by a 30-meter-wide, deep moat.
- The Barbican was built in the years 1498 - 1499 to protect the northern section of the Kraków fortifications, devoid of a natural water dam.
- The Kraków Barbican is a barbican – a fortified outpost once connected to the city walls. It is a historic gateway leading into the Old Town of Kraków, Poland.
- The Barbican is a Barbican (fortified outpost) that is located in the Planty city park in Krakow. ... If you've visited The Barbican, you can write your review below!
- Take a tour of the structure that once ensured Krakow’s safety and is today the best-preserved barbican in Europe.
- In Kraków, it was also the name for the gate extensions used by the defenders to go on "trips" to the enemy camp. Kraków Barbican – architecture.
- Here you will see the historical development of fortifications in Krakow. This Barbican is Europe’s best-preserved example of a medieval outer-wall fortification post.
- WorldEuropePolandKrakowOld TownKrakow Barbican. Krakow Barbican showing heritage architecture, street scenes and outdoor art. Source: Tourism Media.
- Take a tour of the structure that once ensured Krakow’s safety and is today the best-preserved barbican in Europe.