This monastery is sat on top of Srebena Gora (Silver Gora) overlooking the Wisla (Vistula) river. It is worth seeing just for this view alone. You can see the whole of Krakow from up here. But women beware - the monastery is only open to female tourists for just 12 days of the year. Male tourists can go any day.
Bielany Monastery is located to the south-west of Krakow city centre. You can take a tram there but it is far more enjoyable and quicker to take the boat up the Wisla (Vistula) river. It goes from the port at the foot of Wawel hill in Krakow city centre. It is open from 8am to 11am and 3pm to 4.30pm.
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