Tarnów's charming Galician atmosphere attracts tourists from all over the world who return again and again in order to re-experience this center of Polish culture. A unique mixture of Gothic and Renaissance buildings and battlements, in addition to a Medieval street layout give the Old Town its own distinct flavor. Complimenting the scenic aesthetics is the jovial spirit of its inhabitants, unique to the southern cities of Poland...
The village of Zalipie, situated north of Tarnow has been known for a specific tradition that involves the painting of cottages. The custom of decorating both the exterior and the interior of houses originated at the end of the 19th century and has been continued until today.
Each year, the weekend after the Corpus Christi holiday, the “Painted Cottage” contest is held (this year: May 31st –June 2nd ). Local housewives from Zalipie and surrounding villages compete for award for the most beautifully painted house keeping this unique tradition alive.
April 8th , on Holocaust Memory Day, the annual March of the Living will be held. Its participants will march from former Auschwitz I camp to former Auschwitz – Birkenau camp. 500 Holocaust survivors, 11 thousand Jewish youth from all over the world and Polish youth are expected to participate in the March.
