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Krakow, Poland

by madhuri yadav 12 January, 2025 0 Comment 16 Views

Moving to Kraków, Poland

Contribute to the community by sharing information to help the Desi community connect and support one another. Provide details about apartments where the Desi community resides. Answer questions from those moving here for work, school, or other reasons. Share information about areas or buildings with a significant Desi population, including rent costs, utilities included, accessibility, availability of laundry facilities, and other relevant details. Note: This section is not for posting apartments for rent—please use the classifieds section for that. The goal is to offer guidance and answer questions for people planning to move to this area.

 

1. Desi Community

  • The South Asian community in Kraków consists of Indian, Bangladeshi, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, and Nepali individuals.

2. South Asian Areas

  • City Centre (Stare Miasto): Popular for students and professionals due to proximity to universities and workplaces.
  • Kazimierz: Historical area with growing South Asian restaurants and small businesses.
  • Podgórze: Affordable residential options attracting South Asian families.

3. South Asian Main Market Area

  • No dedicated "Little India" area, but Kazimierz and Stare Miasto have several South Asian businesses and restaurants.

4. South Asian Grocery Stores

  • Indus Spices: Offers Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi spices and ingredients.
  • Bombay Bazaar: Popular for Indian snacks, spices, and frozen foods.
  • Himalaya Store: Specializes in Nepali and Indian groceries.

5. Transportation

  • Public Transport:

    • Kraków has an extensive tram and bus network.
    • Monthly passes are affordable and convenient.
  • Ride-Sharing:

    • Uber, Bolt, and FreeNow are widely used.
  • Airport Access:

    • John Paul II Kraków-Balice Airport connects to international South Asian hubs.

6. Religious Places

  • Temples:

    • ISKCON Temple (Wrocław): Closest Hindu temple, though not in Kraków.
    • Small prayer gatherings organized by the South Asian community.
  • Gurdwaras:

    • Nearest Gurdwara: Sikh temples in Germany or Austria are the closest options.
  • Mosques:

    • Kraków Mosque: Small mosque catering to Muslim communities, including Pakistanis and Bangladeshis.

7. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

Elementary Schools:

  • Szkoła Podstawowa nr 4 (Primary School No. 4): Diverse and welcoming environment.

Middle Schools:

  • Gimnazjum nr 2: Located near Stare Miasto, ideal for expat families.

High Schools:

  • International School of Kraków: Offers IB programs and caters to diverse expat families.
  • Liceum Ogólnokształcące nr 5 (General Secondary School No. 5): Known for its inclusive community.

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