Explore Captivating Attractions and Culture in Poland – Photo Gallery

Poland Culture 101 in Photos

Wooden Toys from Poland. Michal Wawruszak © 2007

These photos of Poland illustrate aspects of Polish culture, including holidays, food, and folk crafts.

Old Town Warsaw Photo Tour

Warsaw Royal Castle
Warsaw Royal Castle. Kerry Kubilius, licensed to About.com

Old Town Warsaw is compact and charming. The remains of its defensive walls recall a time when Warsaw was much smaller than it is today. Reconstructed after almost total devastation in WWII, touring Warsaw will bring visitors closer to the history of the Polish capital city.

Ciechanow Castle Poland
Ciechanow Castle Poland. Scubabartek © 2006

This photo gallery is the first of two that show images of Poland’s many castles. Ciechanow Castle is depicted on the left.

Reszel Castle Poland
Reszel Castle Poland. iStockphoto/Puchan

This photo gallery is the second of two that show images of Poland’s castles. Reszel Castle is depicted on the left.

Checiny Castle, Poland
Checiny Castle, Poland. iStockphoto/LUke1138

More photos of Poland’s castles, some in ruins, are featured in this gallery. The photo on the left represents Checiny Castle.

Easter in Poland

Eggs at Krakow Easter Market
Eggs at Krakow Easter Market. CC by zoonabar

Easter is celebrated for over a week in Poland, and from Palm Sunday to Easter Monday, Poles enjoy holiday-related traditions and spend time with family. Easter in Poland is an opportunity to celebrate spring as much as it is to participate in religious observations.

Polish Folk Costumes

Polish Girl's Dress - Folk Dress from Poland
Polish Girl’s Dress – Folk Dress from Poland. iStockphoto/matt_scherf

Traditional dress from Poland is decorated with colorful embroidery and other adornments. This gallery showcases the wide variety of Polish folk costumes that reflect regional heritage and culture.

Poland Christmas Pictures

Christmas in Poznan, Poland
Christmas in Poznan, Poland. iStockphoto/remik44992

During Christmas, Poland’s cities are decorated with lights, trees, and fir boughs. These festive decorations showcase Old Towns and market squares to their full advantage, enhancing the holiday spirit throughout the country.


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