Founded in 1335, this district was once an independent city, surrounded by walls. In 1494, by order of King John Albert, the Jews of Kraków settled in the north-eastern part of the city. Over the years, persecuted Jews from other countries flocked here. In the 19C, it was a unique and genuine centre of Jewish culture, suddenly shooting to the forefront of the media with the release of Schindler's List. Among the must-sees are Szeroka Street, Remu'h synagogue and cemetery, the Galicia Jewish museum, and others.