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    Poland
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    Capital:
    Warsaw
    Area:
    312685km2
    Population:
    38635000
    Language:
    Polish
    Currency:
    Zloty (PLN)
    Poland is a garden of nature and a treasure trove of cultural riches. A democracy located in the middle of Europe, inhabited by friendly, hospitable people building a modern economy, yet dearly cherishing their heritage.
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    Polish landscape is diversified with mountain ranges in the South, Lowlands and Uplands stretching across central Poland. The northern part of the country includes sandy beaches of the Baltic coast and lake lands known for forested rolling hills and thousands of lakes.

    The eventful history of over 1000 years, rich traditions and abundant cultural heritage has made Poland a fascinating country. The legacy of bygone centuries that includes monuments of architecture, historical mementos and masterpieces of art is perfectly combined with the wealth of Polish natural world and its original scenery. Here, everyone can find something interesting for oneself. Museums, modern art galleries and concert halls on a par with national parks, natural protected areas and sport facilities are here to satisfy even the most demanding guests.

    Dining, entertainment and shopping are inevitable parts of each trip, and Poland is the place to be for each of them. For centuries the Polish cuisine was the arena for competing influences from France and Italy, enriched by exotic taste of Tatar, Armenian, Lithuanian, Hungarian and Jewish dishes. Cultural events, festivals and performances of all kinds from classical music, through jazz to folklore will satisfy the expectations of any music-lover. In country like Poland, where each city is different in its culture, style, and history, shopping may be a unique and distinctive experience either one shops for souvenirs or for gifts.

    Visitors can feel truly welcome in Poland, and they return many times to discover various images of our country and experience the remarkable traditional Polish hospitality.

     

     
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    Nature and Geography of Poland
    Poland has areas of outstanding natural value, both Europeanwide and worldwide
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    Demographics
    In 2003 Poland's population stood at 38,111,000. This figure makes it the 29th most populated country in the world and the 8th in Europe.
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    Well known citizens
    Well known Polish Citizens
    economy
    Economy
    Poland is an economically developed country, with a long traditions and with strong industry that created the majority of the national product.
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    Cities and Towns
    There are a couple of agglomerations that stand out on the map of Poland, tens of towns that measure over one hundred thousand and few hundred of small towns.
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    History
    The tumultuous history of Poland that spans over a thousand years have left many signs on this area.
    Culture
    Everyone who will ever visit the regions of Vistula will be an eyewitness to the fact that the modern Polish culture is closely connected to the world culture.
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