Krakus

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Sculpture in Kraków of a fire-breathing Smok Wawelski that Krakus supposedly defeated.
Sculpture in Kraków of a fire-breathing Smok Wawelski that Krakus supposedly defeated.

Krakus is the name given to a legendary Polish prince and founder of Kraków. According to the legend, a dragon named Smok Wawelski lived in a cave in Wawel Hill, terrorizing the people by killing and eating anything he could find. The Wawel Cathedral features a statue of Smok Wawelski and a plaque commemorating his defeat by Krakus. Krakus is also credited with building Wawel Castle.

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