Park Krakowski

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Park Krakowski, located in Krakow, Poland, was founded in 1885 by city councillor Stanisław Rehman. It was built on the grounds leased from the military. The park was modelled after similar parks in Vienna. After World War I its area was reduced, due to rapid real estate development.

The park was originally equipped with a concert bowl, an ice and bicycle rink, a swimming pool, a bowling alley, a restaurant, cafés, a summer theatre (since 1890), and a zoo. It was a popular destination point with many Fin de siècle Cracovians. From the original setup only the pond remains. Since 1974 there are numerous abstract sculptures on display throughout the park, made by S. Borzęcki, A. Hajducki, W. Kućma, J. Sękowski and J. Siek.

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• Ryszard Burek - editor, Encyklopedia Krakowa, 2000, ISBN 83-01-13325-2