New Square in Kraków, Square in Kazimierz, Kraków, Poland

New Square, also known as Plac Nowy, is a square in the Kazimierz district of Kraków. In its center stands a round pavilion called Okrąglak, surrounded by a ring of small shops, while streets radiate from its north and east sides.

The square took its current shape in the 19th century after development plans in 1808 and 1844. In 1900, the Okrąglak pavilion was built, and in 1927 it was leased to the Jewish Community as a ritual poultry slaughterhouse.

The name Plac Nowy simply means New Square, and locals often use it as a meeting point. The round pavilion in the middle is a local landmark, and its roof occasionally hosts concerts, adding a bit of life to the daily market scene.

The square is easy to reach on foot from the nearby streets and is flat, making it simple to explore. Visit in the morning to see the market stalls in full swing, or later in the day when the area becomes more relaxed.

The Okrąglak pavilion has a twelve-sided shape, and its two entrances are placed symmetrically on the east and west sides. In 2008, the building was added to the registry of historic monuments.