Experience Poland
Welcome to the official website of Poland! Get to know our country from the mountain tops of the Tatras, the waves of the Masurian lakes and the narrow paths of the Białowieża Forest. Visit cities and taste our cuisine. Experience our hospitality and discover Poland for yourself!
Current data
Poland lies in the middle of the European continent. Europe’s geometric centre is near Warsaw.
Basic information
Political system:
Parliamentary
democracy
Poland as member of international organizations
History of Poland
More than a thousand years of history - from a European power through lost independence to Central and Eastern Europes economic success story. Poland is a country whose history makes it "God's playground".
Study in Poland
Every year several thousand people from all over the world choose Poland to study in. They know what’s good for them.
Traditions and holidays
Learn about our traditions and holidays and you will never again wonder at soaking wet people on the streets during Easter time. You will know why we feel proud on the 3rd of May.
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New Year
1 January
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Epiphany
6 January
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Easter
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Constitution Day
3 May
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Day of the flag
2 May
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Labour Day
1 May
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Corpus Christi
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Day of the Polish Armed Forces / Assumption of the Virgin Mary
15 August
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All Saints Day
1 November
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11 November
National Independence Day
11 November
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Christmas
25 December
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New Year's Eve
31 December
Nobel Laureates
Meet the Poles who went down in the history of the world. We present those whose achievements are celebrated beyond Polish borders.
