Poland

Poland extends across 312,685 square kilometers, from the Baltic Sea in the north to the Carpathian Mountains in the south.

The nation regained independence in 1918 after 123 years of partition between Prussia, Austria-Hungary, and Russia, marking a new era of sovereignty.

The country maintains 23 national parks, including Białowieża Forest, which contains Europe's largest remaining section of primeval forest.

The national currency remains the Polish złoty, with most businesses accepting card payments and ATMs readily available in urban centers.

Poland holds the record for the deepest underground tourist route in Europe at the Wieliczka Salt Mine, reaching 327 meters below ground.

Inception: November 11, 1918

Capital city: Warsaw

Part of: Central Europe, Eastern Europe, European Union, European Economic Area

Shares border with: Czech Republic, Germany, Ukraine, Slovakia, Belarus, Russia, Sweden

Address: Poland

Website: http://en.poland.gov.pl

GPS coordinates: 52.21593,19.13442

Latest update: November 10, 2025 14:42