Poland
Republic of Poland
Basic Information
Capital
Warsaw
Warsaw
Major Cities
Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Poznan
Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Poznan
Population
38000000
38000000
Area
312696 km²
312696 km²
Official Languages
Polish
Polish
Time Zones
UTC+1
UTC+1
Country Code
POL
POL
Calling Code
+48
+48
Infrastructure
Driving Side
Right Side
Right Side
Power Plugs
Type C, Type E
Type C, Type E
Voltage
230V
230V
Frequency
50Hz
50Hz
Travel Score
8.0/10
Excellent for Travel
Climate
Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Variable weather patterns.
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History & Culture
Historical Background
Medieval kingdom with complex history of partitions, wars, and rebuilding. Rich cultural heritage and rapid modern development.
Cultural Highlights
Medieval architecture, pierogies, vodka culture, classical music heritage, and WWII historical sites.
Visa & Entry Information
Vietnamese Citizens
Schengen visa required. Tourist visa allows 90 days within 180-day period.US Citizens
No visa required for stays up to 90 days for tourism.EU Citizens
EU citizens can enter freely with valid ID.Technology & Connectivity
SIM Card Info
SIM cards from Orange, Play, T-Mobile, and Plus. Good coverage nationwide.
Currency Information
Currency Name
Polish Zloty
Polish Zloty
Currency Code
PLN
PLN
Symbol
zł
zł
Daily Budget
Backpacker
$25.00/day
Mid-range
$50.00/day
Luxury
$120.00/day
Transportation
Safety & Health
Safety Overview
Very safe country with low crime rates. Excellent emergency services.
Safety Rating
4/5
Emergency Numbers
{"police": "997", "fire": "998", "ambulance": "999", "emergency": "112"}
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