Only about one hour east of Krak\u00f3w lies the charming and picturesque city of Tarn\u00f3w. Ma\u0142opolska\u2019s second city by size, Tarn\u00f3w is absolutely dwarfed by Krak\u00f3w but features many of the same charms without the crushing crowds, inflated prices and occasional feelings of herd mentality that unfortunately come with a tourist market the size of Krak\u00f3w\u2019s. On the contrary, Tarn\u00f3w offers visitors the comforts and appeal of a small town along with the rich history and heritage of a bigger city. Possessing one of the most picturesque and well-preserved Old Towns in Poland, Tarn\u00f3w is a showcase of medieval urban planning and Renaissance architecture. As a romantic stroll through the city\u2019s cobbled pedestrian lanes quickly reveals, Tarn\u00f3w is loaded with historical monuments at every turn, plus several worthwhile museums and galleries.<\/p>\r\n