Kosciuszko's Mound (Kopiec Kosciuszki)

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8 / 10

4 expert reviews

“This man-made mound monument was built out of soil from all across the Polish empire. ”

– Atlas Obscura

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The mound stands 34m high, and soil from the Polish and American battlefields where Kościuszko fought was placed here. The views over the city are spectacular. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This mound on the outskirts of Kraków was built in tribute to the memory of Tadeusz Kościuszko in 1820, three years after his death." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This earth mound with an 8m diameter was raised between 1820 and 1823 in honour of Tadeusz Kościuszko (1746-1817), leader of the 1794 national insurrection." Full review