Krakow festivals mixed with Auschwitz

Poland is a country full of festivities and excitement, but along with all the fun we had here there was also the visit to Auschwitz and the reminder of what an awful world we live in.

First, let's talk about the food. Not sure if this picture sums it up for you:



We shared that plate and usually I can finish anything (well ever since i stopped being so picky about food) and I ended up spitting some meat out in my napkin. Both of us got sick the next morning. So we decided to take a short break from Polish food. We spent most of that night watching street performances. Oh yea, we are in Krakow now. The street performances ranged from marionets performing Michael Jackson to fire throwers to huge stage concerts, all happening in Old Town Square (Rynek Glowny), the largest market square in Europe (fun fact).

The next morning we left for Auschwitz. I don't think there is anyway I can explain it in words and I don't think Auschwitz itself needs explaining, we all know. All I can say is that I was on the verge of tears the entire day.



We spent the rest of the day exploring the city a little more, seeing the sights.

The next day was the salt mines! Erica didn't find these as worth while as I did, but we both still enjoyed it. We went 135 m below the ground to see sculptures and carvings that were created by miners and artists. The tour took us through underground lakes, sculptures, altars, chandaliers made with pure salt rock and religious relics all carved from salt. And it is claimed that the air is theraputic down there, cures asthma and stuff. It was impressive, but I didn't take any pictures, I was getting tired of my camera by this point. Maybe I will get some pictures from Erica?!