Wawel Dragon
The Wawel Dragon is a legend deeply tied to Krakow. Its statue stands at the foot of Wawel Hill, by the banks of the Vistula River. According to the tale, the dragon lived in a cave beneath the castle and terrorized the townspeople until it was outsmarted by a clever and brave shoemaker. Today, next to the dragon statue-which occasionally breathes fire-tourists can feel the magic of this ancient story. The Wawel Dragon is a symbol of Krakow, blending history with myth.
