Poland Guide

Being a nation in the centre of Europe, Poland has a history of war, invasion and foreign occupation which may explain the Poles’ strong sense of cultural identity and nationhood. The country’s landscape is beautifully diverse – you’ll find sandy beaches in the North and magnificient mountains in the south. Everywhere in Poland, the mix of old and new is prevalent – there are so many charming traditions you might discover, but there is also a cosmopolitan vibe when you go to cities like Poznan or Warsaw. The way of life in bigger cities increasingly resembles that of Western cities while in the countryside, people are still rather conservative, with strong religious convictions and family ties.

Poles are open and friendly, and not overly formal. Note that for Polish men, shaking hands is an important custom. Polish women also shake hands with men, but the man should always wait for the woman to extend her hand first.

Language: Polish Currency: Zloty (zl) Government: Parliamentary democratic republic Population: 38 million Timezone: GMT + 1

Poland Destinations

We currently have detailed city guides for the following places in Poland

Poland Rail Passes

The following rail passes can be used in Poland

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