The Basics
Country: Poland
Where is it: Poland is located in central Europe, east of Germany
Why do people go here: Warsaw, like Berlin, is a totally modern city developed after WWII. Those interested in history, and even those who failed the subject, are drawn to the documention of the destruction the Second World War brought to Poland.
What are the main entry points: Germany and the Czech Republic feed most of the traffic into Poland’s large cities, mountains and seaside areas.
Currency used: Zloty
Country Code for Phones: 48
Area codes for Major Cities: Warsaw 22
Religion: Roman Catholic 95% (about 75% practicing), Eastern Orthodox, Protestant, and other 5%
Population: 38.6 million
Ethnic Breakdown: Polish 97.6%, German 1.3%, Ukrainian 0.6%, Belarusian 0.5%
Government: Republic
Languages: Polish
Travel Information
Major Cities: Warsaw
Attractions: Baltic Sea, Historical Camps, Warsaw
Accommodation: Poland Hostels, Poland Hotels
Tourism Office locations and links: Poland Orbis Head Office ul. Bracka 16 Warsaw, Poland +48-22-260271; //www.polandtour.org/
Off-the-Beaten-Path: Cemetery in Zakopane, Town Museum of Zamosc, Castle Ruins of Torun
Health Issues: No vaccines are required to enter Poland
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Late spring offers warmer temperatures, but without the crowds
Common Phrases: Yes = Tak, No = Nie, Please = Prosze, Thank you = Dziekuje
Specific Events/Holidays: Constitution Day, 3 May (1791)
Getting Around: Buses go where the trains don’t
Good to know: Poland ranks as the 34th most populated city in the world.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Poland is the Warsaw Chopin airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Poland travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
