Wawel Podziemny. Lapidarium

Wawel Podziemny. Lapidarium

Wawel Podziemny (the Wawel Underground) and its Lapidarium are an integral part of the Wawel Castle complex in Kraków, Poland. The Underground exhibition offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the hidden history beneath the Wawel Hill, delving into the centuries-old foundations of the castle. The Lapidarium, located within this space, houses a collection of historical stone monuments, fragments, and architectural elements from various periods of Kraków’s history, many of which were discovered during archaeological excavations.

As you wander through Wawel Podziemny, you will encounter fascinating relics from different eras, from Romanesque and Gothic to Renaissance and Baroque periods. The exhibit is designed to give visitors a sense of the ancient layers of the city, its architecture, and the castle’s evolution. The Lapidarium provides insight into the material culture of Kraków, preserving fragments of buildings, sculptures, and inscriptions that once adorned the city and the royal residence.