Overview for Poland
One of the largest countries in Eastern Europe, Poland borders Russia, Lithuania, Belarus, Ukraine, Slovakia, the Czech Republic and Germany. Warsaw, the capital, is a cosmopolitan city with the main part of the city sitting on the western left bank of the Vistula.
Although the destruction of WWII cannot be compared to any other city in Europe, Warsaw reconstructed hundreds of palaces, churches and town houses and the Old Town.
The Old Town, the historic nucleus of Warsaw and is possibly the most important focal point for travellers. Castle Square, main gateway to the Old Town is home to the Royal Castle, the 14th century Gothic St John’s Cathedral, and the Barbican.
The beautiful medieval city of Krakaw is one of Poland’s oldest cities and was spared the destruction that hit Warsaw. It is also a UNESCO site with its well-preserved architecture dating back to 1257, and defiantly worth exploring.
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When to go
Poland has a temperate climate. Best time to visit is mid-May to June and September to mid-October, as July and August are peak season, with July being the hottest month. From October to February it gets dark around 5pm. Snow can be found from mid-December to April. Rain is possible all year round. With huge snowfalls, the Polish mountains offer good conditions for winter sports enthusiasts.