St. Mary's Basilica (Kościół Mariacki) 🏰✨

📍 Why Visit? This 14th-century brick masterpiece dominates Kraków’s Main Square with its uneven twin towers (81m & 69m) and legendary hourly trumpet call—a tribute to a medieval hero who warned of Mongol invaders! 🔍 Must-See Highlights: ✅ Veit Stoss Altar – Europe’s largest Gothic wooden altarpiece, carved with 200+ lifelike figures over 12 years. ✅ Trumpet Call – Hear the broken melody at every hour (12 PM broadcast nationwide!) from the taller tower. ✅ Stained Glass & Starry Ceiling – Vivid blues and golds illuminate biblical scenes. 📌 Visitor Tips: • Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30 AM–6 PM / Sun 2–6 PM (tourist entry). • Tickets: ~6 PLN (church), +5 PLN to climb the tower for panoramic views. • Dress Code: Cover shoulders/knees (shawls available). #StMarysBasilica #Krakow #GothicGem #PolishHistory