Collegium Maius
Collegium Maius Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego
Oldest building of the Jagiellonian University dating back to the 14th century. It functions as a museum housing historic scientific collections and medieval astronomical instruments. Read more…
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
Admission
Free admission on Wednesdays for self-guided tours. Advance booking recommended for guided tours.
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The Gothic building serves as the historic heart of the Jagiellonian University, with its origins dating back to 1400. It is recognized as an architectural heritage monument and stands as the oldest surviving structure of Poland's oldest university.
The interior houses the Jagiellonian University Museum, which preserves an extensive collection of medieval scientific instruments, globes, and historical insignia. Among the most significant artifacts are the Jagiellonian Globe and astronomical instruments used by the astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. The collection also includes various works of art and academic heritage items.
The historic rooms and exhibitions can be explored through guided and self-guided tours. The site is a significant cultural heritage location, showcasing the academic and scientific history of the institution through its preserved artifacts and architecture.
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