Тhe Dragon of Wawel Hill

a legendary creature from Polish folklore

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The Polish dragon of Wawel is a legendary creature from Polish folklore that is said to have
lived in a cave on Wawel Hill in Kraków, Poland. The myth of the Polish dragon
of Wawel has been passed down through generations and has become an important
part of Polish cultural heritage.

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According to the legend, the dragon terrorized the city of Kraków, devouring livestock and maidens until a brave knight named Krakus, who would later become the city's founder, decided to slay the beast and save the people. Many knights attempted to defeat the dragon, but all of them failed and were devoured by the creature.

One day, a clever cobbler named Skuba came up with a plan to defeat the dragon. He filled a sheepskin with sulfur and left it near the dragon's cave. The dragon, attracted by the smell of the sheep, devoured it, but the sulfur caused him to become incredibly thirsty.

The dragon rushed to the Vistula River and drank so much water that he eventually exploded, perishing in the process.

As a reward for his bravery, Krakus granted Skuba the hand of the king's daughter in marriage, and they lived
happily ever after.

The city of Kraków was founded on the site where the dragon had been slain, and a statue of the Polish dragon of Wawel, known as the "Wawel Dragon," now stands near the entrance to Wawel Hill in Kraków as a popular tourist attraction.

The myth of the Polish dragon of Wawel is often told to highlight the bravery, ingenuity, and resourcefulness of the Polish people in the face of challenges.

 It is also considered a symbol of Kraków's rich cultural heritage and has been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and music throughout Polish history.