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WORLD YOUTH DAY STADIUM IN KRAKOW RENAMED ‘MERCY CENTER’

The region braces for arrival of youth from around the globe

By ROMEREPORTS.COM     7/19/2016

The largest arena in Poland, the Krakow Arena, is preparing for 40,000 young pilgrims who are expected to arrive in Krakow next week for World Youth Day.

The festival and site is hosted by the Knights of Columbus. The sports arena has capacity for 22,000 attendees but there are events for everyone. The stadium is located near Krakow square. The Pope will make an appearance on Sunday, July 31.