Jagiellonian University

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. When was Jagiellonian University built?1364 by King Casimir III the Great
2. What is the location?Kraków, Poland
3. What is the oldest university in?Poland
4. Where is Jagiellonian University located?The university is in Kraków, Poland, right in the heart of the Old Town. It is surrounded by historic buildings that are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
5. Who are some famous people who studied at Jagiellonian University?Many well‑known figures studied there, like astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, Pope John Paul II, King John III Sobieski, and Polish President Andrzej Duda. It has also taught writers, scientists, and artists.

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