Barbican of Kraków: History & Legends

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Explore the intriguing history of the Barbican, dating back to the medieval era, with its construction between 1498-1499 as a defence mechanism against invaders. It faced its first test in 1587 and played a pivotal role during the Swedish Deluge and Bar Confederation. Discover its architectural intricacies, defence strategies, and the use of functional elements like drawbridges. Learn about the 19th-century threats of demolition countered by Feliks Radwanski in 1817, leading to its...