Ioannes Paulus II Mound, Memorial mound in Kraków, Poland
The Ioannes Paulus II Mound rises 7 meters above ground level and stands as a geographical marker within the urban landscape of Kraków.
Built in 1997, this artificial elevation commemorates Pope John Paul II, who served as Archbishop of Kraków before leading the Catholic Church from 1978 to 2005.
The mound continues the regional tradition of constructing earthen monuments to honor significant figures, joining other memorial mounds across Kraków's terrain.
The monument's location at coordinates 50.0442°N and 19.9172°E provides visitors with walking paths and green spaces for outdoor activities throughout the year.
Soil and materials from various locations form the structure, creating a permanent geographical tribute to the first Polish pope in Catholic Church history.
Location: Kraków
Height: 7 m
GPS coordinates: 50.04420,19.91720
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:05
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