Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Kraków
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi with Monastery of the Franciscan Order (Polish: Kościół św. Franciszka z Asyżu) located in the Old Town district of Kraków, Poland, is a Roman Catholic religious complex on the west side of All Saints Square at Franciszkańska 2, across the street from the Bishop's Palace – residence of Pope John Paul II during his stays in the city. The Church dates back to the 13th century. Saint Maximilian Kolbe was a monk there in 1919, and led his first service at this church on Poland's return to sovereignty.
Church of St. Francis of Assisi in Kraków Monastery of the Franciscan Order | |
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St. Francis of Assisi, view from All Saints Square
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Location | Kraków |
Country | Poland |
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