Poland
Republic of Poland
People: Polish
Poland is Central Europe's largest economy, with a history stretching over 1,000 years and a rapidly modernising skyline in Warsaw. Poland is located in Central Europe and has a population of around 37.4 million. Its capital city is Warsaw, and the most widely spoken official language is Polish.
Poland — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Poland |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Warsaw |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Central Europe |
| Population | 37,392,000 |
| Area | 312,679 km² |
| Currency | Polish złoty (PLN) zł |
| Official Language | Polish |
| Dialling Code | +48 |
| Internet TLD | .pl |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | PL / POL |
| Borders | Belarus, Czechia, Germany, Lithuania, Russia, Slovakia, Ukraine |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poland
What is the capital of Poland?
The capital of Poland is Warsaw.
What currency does Poland use?
Poland uses the Polish złoty (PLN, symbol: zł).
What language do they speak in Poland?
The official language of Poland is Polish.
What is the dialling code for Poland?
The international dialling code for Poland is +48.
What side of the road does Poland drive on?
Poland drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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