Welcome to Warsaw!

Warsaw, nurturing over 400 years of pride as a capital, is Poland’s largest city and an economic, political, and cultural centre. The symbol of the city is the Mermaid, featured on the city seal. Warsaw is a bustling metropolis and features an unforgettable history, a city where a fourth of the terrain is covered by parkland, and a city of culture for all tastes and budgets.

Warsaw at a glance

- area of 517.90 square kilometers

- inhabitants - 1.7 million

- inhabitants with suburban residents 2 650 000 - 3 000 000

- density - 3319

- 88 higher education schools (public and private) (300 000 students)

- 500 000 businesses

- average monthly salary (2009) 4603,26


- per capita GDP - 94 185 PLN

Spending a few days is worth it in order to experience the unforgettable atmosphere. The city’s diversity and richness means that there is something for everyone. Historic palaces and churches meet modern architecture, and cosy cafes compete with fashionable music-filled clubs. Regardless of the goal of your visit, Warsaw will make an impression upon you. Warsaw is for everyone.

Depending on one's mood, one can go to one of many museums or go for a stroll. Worthwhile is the view from the Palace of Culture and Science... Those tired of the city's bustle can take in Warsaw’s environs, see castle ruins, or take a ride on a historic railroad.

There are countless reasons to fall in love with Warsaw.