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St. Mary's Basilica, with its iconic twin towers rising above the historic skyline of Kraków, is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture that captivates both the faithful and the curious. Situated in the heart of the city at plac Mariacki, the basilica is not just a place of worship but a symbol of Kraków's rich cultural tapestry. Visitors are often drawn to the basilica to witness the hourly bugle call, the Hejnał mariacki, played from the highest tower. This haunting melody, abruptly cut off, commemorates a 13th-century trumpeter shot while warning the city of an impending attack.