The Birthplace of Pope John Paul II
Wadowice, has got international recognition as the birthplace of Pope John Paul II. Born in 1920 as Karol Wojtyla, the future Pontiff lived in Wadowice till 1938 when he moved to Krakow.

Places of interest in Wadowice: The house at 7 Koscielna street with flat where the future Vicar of Christ was born and raised. The place has been turned to a museum and exhibits comprise the Wojtyla family’s former possessions as well as personal belongings of Father Karol Wojtyla – skis, a rucksack,
a cap, a prayer book, etc.
The building is situated in the town’s heart, near the baroque church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the central square.

Wadowice is located close to Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, Pope John Paul II’s
favorite shrine,

KALWARIA ZEBRZYDOWSKA - is not only a complex of historic complex of religious buildings but it is an always alive traditional avenues celebrations, it is an imposing indulgence processions and Passion mystery plays. Despite its over 400-year-old tradition it plays an important role and the influx of pilgrims during indulgence celebrations and outside of them proves its attractiveness.
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska is entered on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

CONDITIONS:
DURATION: ca. 5,5 hrs
DEPARTURE TIME from the hotel: 8.45 AM
COST of trip: only 19 EUR per person (if 4 people in the car)
(75 EUR up to 4 people), each person more – 10 EUR extra paid (max 7 people in the car).
INCLUDED: transportation by air-conditioned Van from/to the hotel, driver assistance
NOT INCLUDED: tickets, guide service, meals.


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