A monument dedicated to the battle of Grunwald, commemorating the Polish victory over the Tutonic knights . The size and grandeur of the monument are a clear attestation to the size and significance of this story to the country's national imagination. It is located just outside the medieval walls of the old town of Krakow across from the Barbican. It is certainly worth a visit when you are in town. There are several bars and restaurants in the buildings surrounding the square on which this monument is located

This monument was unveiled in 1910 just in time for the 500th anniversary of Polish victory over the Germans at Tannenberg in 1410. The Nazis didn't like that very much so when they occupied Cracow in 1939 they promptly blew it up. Current monument is actually a copy of the original. Nice piece if you are Polish, and if you had paid attention in history class. As is often the case in monumental art, all of the figures have meaning, so it helps to understand the Polish-German historical relations. If you're a foreign tourist you'll walk by and not even bat an eyelash because Krakow is inundated with monuments, this one will be just another one out of the bunch

The Grunwald (Tannenberg) battlefield commemorates one of the largest battles of medieval Europe. By the latter half of the 14th century the Teutonic Order had become a major political power playing a leading role in the Baltic region. The last hurdle in the construction of their empire was the state of Lithuania, in particular Samogitia, which lay between the Order’s Prussian and Livonian properties. However, the Polish-Lithuanian Union forged in the 1380s struck a blow to the Teutonic Knights’ policy of expansion. The prospect of their pagan neighbour’s conversion to Christianity left not only the reason for their Teutonic mission under question, but also the very raison d’etre of the Order itself. After years of relative peace, Poland’s conflict with the Order was renewed, and events began to lead towards a conclusive resolution. Zabytek.pl

The statute is a symbol of a great Grunwald battle fought by the brave Polish warriors - the grand-grandfathers of this land, who protected this beautiful country's borders for their offspring - Polish Nation. It shall be always remembered though out the centuries.

Dedicated to the Battle of Grunwald: One of the largest in medieval Europe as well as one of the most important victories Polish history. The statue becomes more interesting, the moment you start to know about it's historical description.

Amazing Monument regarding the Battle of Grunwald and the defeat of the Teutonic Order by the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1410

Not sure if it was because of the rain and bad weather in general, but felt quite dramatic

I love the rich history of Krakow.

The Grunwald Monument is an equestrian statue of King of Poland Władysław II Jagiełło located at Matejko Square in Kraków's Old Town and constructed in 1910 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Grunwald Beautiful historic place(:

This is something I love about Poland. Everywhere i go in a city like krakow or gdansk, I am always discovering amazing statues.

Fascinating historical Polish monument. My Polish friend says all I need to know is that "The Grunwald battle happened in 1410..."

This monument was unveiled in time for the 500th anniversary of Polish victory over the Germans at Tannenberg in 1410. The Nazis didn't like that very much so when they occupied Cracow in 1939 they promptly blew it up. Current monument is actually a copy of the original. Nice piece if you are Polish and if you had paid attention in history class. As is often the case in monumental art, all of the figures have meaning, so it helps to understand the Polish-Teuton (German) historical relations. If you're a foreign tourist you'll walk by and not even bat an eye because Krakow is inundated with monuments, this one will be just another one out of the bunch

Awesome monument!

Wow

Nice monument.

It has a nice feel to it, looks great. With benches to sit.

It’s in short distance from Wawel, Old Town. Around come restaurants and shop. Worthy to see.

There are two memorial located at this point. The unknown soldier memorial and the battle of Grunwald. Many countless soldiers died in wars thought Polish history. The battle of Grunwald took place on July 15th, 1410, when armies led by the Polish king, Władysław II Jagiełło, soundly beat the Teutonic Knights. This was one of the largest and historically significant battles of the Middle Ages.

Lovely city

Nice photos of the Barbican from there

It's a beautiful monument superbly crafted for a copy and truly imposing. If you were doing a tour of monuments it would be an essential visit.

A starting point to visit the old town

beautiful statue locates in the Krakow old town