POLAND
- Location: The geography of Poland locates the country in Central Europe on the North European Plain, east of Germany, north of Czech Republic and Slovakia, West of Ukraine and Belarus, south of Russia and Lithuania.
Within the North European Plain, terrain variations generally run in bands from east to west. The Baltic coast is lacking in natural harbors except for the Gdansk,Gdynia area and Szczecin in the far north west of Poland.
The geography of Poland is split into the north eastern region known as the Polish Lake District which is densely wooded, sparsely populated and has little in the way of agricultural and industrial resources. To the south and west of the Polish lake district there is a vast region of plains extending to the Sudetes on the Czech and Slovak national borders, to the south west and to the Carpathian Mountains on the Czech, Slovak, and Ukrainian national borders in the south east of the country
- The current population of Poland is 38,047,096 as of Tuesday, April 2, 2019, based on the latest United Nations estimates.
- Poland population is equivalent to 0.49% of the total world population.
- Poland ranks number 37 in the list of countries by population.
Poland has a mixed economic system which includes a variety of private freedom, combined with centralized economic planning and government regulation. Poland is a member of the European Union (EU).
Polish is the most widely-spoken West Slavic language and the second most-spoken Slavic language after Russian. 97% of Polish citizens speak Polish as their mother tongue, making Poland the most linguistically homogeneous country in Europe.
2.UNIQUE festivals and holidays
- Nowy Rok (New Year's Day)
- Trzech Króli (Epiphany)
- Tłusty Czwartek (Fat Thursday)
- Środa Popielcowa (Ash Wednesday)
- Dzień Kobiet (Women's Day)
- Pierwszy Dzień Wiosny (the first day of spring)
- Wielkanoc (Easter)
- Weekend majowy
Most of Poland’s popular festivals relate to the country’s love of music. Poland holidays and events are relatively modern happenings, which began after the nation’s independence from Soviet rule in 1989. Jazz is a highlight at the All Souls Jazz Festival in November and one of the most significant days on the calendar is Independence Day, which celebrates their most-recent liberation from Communism.
Cracovia Marathon
During the springtime month of April, Krakow hosts the continental Cracovia Marathon. There is the full marathon for hardcore runners, and shorter distances for others to participate in.
Constitution Day
In 1791, Poland's second constitution was drawn up and implemented. Celebrated on May 3, the day includes a variety of interesting festivities and is commonly joined with Labor Day on May 1.
International Street Art Festival
July’s International Street Art Festival is a magnificent way to experience local culture in Warsaw. It is one of the most unique celebrations in Europe, with the streets of the capital the backdrop of many displays and performances happening right before your eyes.
Crossroads Festival
The Crossroads Festival is held in the city of Krakow every year in July. The event is famous for bringing a range of music from around the world, including the unique likes of Mongolia, Israel, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
Jazz at the Old Town
Jazz at the Old Town Festival is a striking live musical event that brings thousands of art lovers from across Poland and Europe. It is held on Saturday evenings in July and August, so visitors are guaranteed warm weather for the event. The festival is held at Warsaw’s Old Town, and is free to attend.
Warsaw International Film Festival
Thousands flock to the Warsaw Film Festival every year in October, a great way to extend the boundaries and reach movie lovers and genres across the globe. The films and showings are offered in a number of different venues, and plenty of parties are held on the weekends for visitors to the event.
Independence Day
Arguably the biggest and most important celebrations on the Polish calendar, Independence Day in November is the memorial of Poland’s emancipation from Russian occupation. Since the early 1990's, this marvelous festival has seen the major cities and towns celebrate in their own way. Warsaw is the place to be though for fireworks, performances, food and rides throughout the capital.
All Souls Jazz Festival
Located in the city of Krakow each November, the All Souls Jazz Festival pulls in large crowd throughout its operation. The event has grown into one of the country’s largest and most famous musical events
We think Mongolian and Poland's traditions are different. The Culture of Mongolia has been heavily influenced by the Mongol nomadic way of life.
Polish culture has a historical context, but it continues to evolve, incorporating old traditions with modern life. The culture of Poland developed as a result of its geography and connections to other countries, and it's rich thousand-year history.
The Poland of today continues the traditions and customs of this history with origins in the Slavic culture. There were even Byzantine and Ottoman influences. Approximately 95 percent of Poland's inhabitants are Roman Catholics, with about 75 percent attending church services regularly. This church affiliation has influenced the holidays and traditions that are such an important part of Polish culture.
We think their culture is different from our own country because Mongolians are influenced by nomadic way of life, but Poland's way of life is modern. SOURCES
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