Krakow, Poland
Saturday, June 6
Saturday, June 6
Another gorgeous morning as we boarded the bus for our trip
to Krakow, Poland. Spirits were high after our first concert was well-received
the night before (or was it because most got enough sleep?) The four-hour trip
to Krakow was through a very green and rural landscape that reminded some in
the group of Midwest states (Wisconsin, Iowa). The land is CULTIVATED in narrow
rectangular sections, rather than large square plots, something clearly
apparent when flying over the area as we landed last week. This pattern goes back to war years and the
years under communism when Polish were either not allowed to own land or were
not able to afford large acreage. Unlike
a drive through U.S. rural landscapes, we saw no corn. Our guide pointed out large nests that were
being built by very busy male storks getting ready for the arrival of their
female. Women on board liked that division of labor!
Of note: McDonald's is a frequent rest stop along the
highway, so bathrooms, American fast food and coffee are there when you need
them.
Arrived in Krakow and headed straight to the large,
picturesque Old Town City Square which was busy with Saturday afternoon crowds. At these times we enjoy not only getting to
know a new city, but also getting to become better acquainted with our chorale
partners and supporters as we share a meal and some tall Polish beers. Most of
the travelers then headed off to see the artistic treasures carved in the local
salt mines.
We look forward to a guided City tour on Sunday (tomorrow)
and to presenting another concert in the evening in this stunning and historic
city.
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