Poland
My European country is Poland. I thought it would be an interesting country to research and learn about. I do not hear very much about Poland and though I would try to learn more things about it.
Poland is an old nation that came together near the middle of the 10th century. After a series of agreements Poland was partitioned between Russia, Prussia, and Austria. These agreements happened between 1772 and 1795. Germany overran Poland in world war two, right after it gained independence. Even though Poland became a soviet state after the war it was not very harsh.
Poland is a current member of NATO and the European Union. The long form is the Republic of Poland. The current capital is Warsaw. Poland’s chief of state is President Bronislaw KOMOROWSKI. KOMOROWSKI has been the president since August 6, 2010. The head of government is Prime Minister Donald TUSK, who has been in office since the 16 of November of 2007.
Poland is located in Central Europe and is mostly flat. It has a cold climate, with severe winters and mild summers. It has a population of 38,441,588 as of July 2011. Most of the population is between 15-64 years of age. This is 71.6% of the population. An interesting fact is that there are more females than males.
Poland has beautiful architecture, many great castles, and other grand landscapes. A good tourist place to visit is a town called Torun. It is filled with many beautiful buildings like gothic churches and houses. Another place to visit is Krakow. Being one of Europe’s oldest cities, Krakow has many historical sites to visit. It is called the Heart of Poland. There are also many concentration camp museums to look around at. Of course you don’t have to be in a city to have a good time, Poland’s countryside is breathtaking.
I liked learning about Poland. For once I chose something new. I always pick Ireland, because my mom is family is Irish. Poland was a good change and I learned things I never knew.
This is a picture of the Wielicza Salt Mine in Weliczka. It is one or the most beautiful places to see in Poland.
This is a picture of Old Krakow, Krakow. It is one of the best preserved and beautiful medieval towns in Europe.
Sources:
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/pl.html#top
http://www.mytravelguideposts.com/2010/10/interesting-places-to-visit-in-poland.html
Picture sources:
http://www.mytravelguideposts.com/2011/09/places-to-see-in-poland.html
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/pl.html#top
Comments
Good but perhaps a bit brief.