Casimir the Great and Esterka

Polish King Casimir the Great began a romance with Esterka, a Jewish woman of extraordinary beauty, defying the religious and social barriers of the time. Their relationship became more than a personal love story; it turned into a symbol of cultural coexistence in Poland. Although society and the clergy opposed this union, it is believed that it was through Esterka that the king granted Jews many privileges and freedoms. This union showed that love can transcend national and religious boundaries. To this day, the Kazimierz district of Kraków and various legends preserve the memory of this historic couple.

Locations and attractions

• POLIN – Museum of the History of Polish Jews
• Kazimierz District, Kraków