Poland Information

INTRODUCTION TO POLAND : Poland was under the rule of Russia and became independent in the year 1918. Visit this country and enjoy the tour. There are much to see here.

LOCATION OF POLAND : Republic of Poland is situated in the central region of the European continent. The neighboring nations are Germany in the western side, Ukraine and Belarus in the eastern side, Czech Republic and Slovakia in the southern region, Lithuania, and Russia in the north. Poland also borders the Baltic Sea in the northern side. Denmark and Sweden also lie in the borderline of Poland.

PHYSICAL MAP OF POLAND : The land of Poland is mainly flat. Mountain ranges, highlands and plateaus also cover a considerable portion of the country. Especially towards the southern region, you will find hills and mountain ranges. The highest altitude of the country is the Rysy peak that rises almost 2,499 meters above the sea. On the other hand the lowest point is located near the Raczki Elblaskie that goes up to 2 meters below the sea.

CLIMATE OF POLAND : The weather remains moderate throughout the year in Poland. The winter months are characterized with cold, weather and cloudy sky. Some amount of rainfall also occurs in this period. The summer months on the other hand are mild. You might have to face frequent downpours and thunderstorms.

FLORA AND FAUNA OF POLAND :

•  Flora : Poland has diverse vegetation with unique species. In the forests of Poland you will find various species of coniferous trees such as pine etc. then there are the deciduous species like beech, elm, birch and so on.

•  Fauna : Similarly the fauna of the country is also rich. Various species of lynx, European bison, wildcat; wild horse or tarpan, moose, wild goats etc are found in the forests of the country. Rare species of birds are also found here. The water bodies contain several species fishes.