"BLACK AND WHITE PAST; PRESENT IN COLOUR" - new open-air exhibition by the Wyspiański Pavilion!
Although in Kraków we value tradition and take pride in our past, we also do acknowledge the constatnt changes taking place around us. Buildings are rising, we are driving down brand new streets and historic spots are being restored to glory. Find out the differences between Kraków A.D. 2000 and the city’s current self by visiting the open-air exhibition by the Wyspiański Pavilion - "Black and White Past, Present in Clour; or what has changed in Kraków in the 21st century".
Kraków’s Market Square never changes .... or does it? In 2005, a major modernization project was conducted at the square, including replacement of the entire paved surface, as well as electrical and sewage networks. The project’s completion in 2006 brought smiles to many faces. The local florists were particulary happy with the new water outlet installed right next to their iconic stalls in the centre of the square. Excavations in the square’s eastern part revealed more than 6,000 m² of medieval streets, the most ancient ones dating back to 11th century. To showcase the discovered tracks and a plethora of other objects, a dedicated undergoud section of the Museum of Kraków was established in 2010.
The Small Market Square (similarly to the Main Market Square) once served as a... car park. In 2007, the vehicles disappeared after the square had been respaved to welcome strolling visitors as well as participants of festivals, concerts, fairs and many other events hosted here year round. Along with the granite paving, a digitally controlled cascading fountain was installed. Motorists, however, cannot complain. 2009 saw the opening of Kraków’s first public underground car park. Located under another municiapal square: Plac na Groblach, it can accommodate up to 600 vehicles. The entire area at the foot of the Wawel Hill also gained a new, exciting image.
To enjoy all the images featured in the exhibition, please visit OTOFOTO digital photo gallery.
Images and data courtesy of: Krakowskie Holding Komunalny SA in Kraków, Miejskie Centrum Obsługi Oświaty in Kraków, Miejskie Przedsiębiorstwo Komunikacyjne SA in Kraków, Muzeum Fotografii w Krakowie, Muzeum Krakowa, TAURON Arena Kraków, Trasa Łagiewnicka SA, Zarząd Infrastruktury Sportowej w Krakowie, Zarząd Inwestycji Miejskich w Krakowie, Zarząd Transportu Publicznego w Krakowie and Zarząd Zieleni Miejskiej w Krakowie.