Bieszczady. The Bieszczady Mountains are located on the southeast part of Poland. They are a natural border with Slovakia and Ukraine. The pride of the Bieszczady Mountains is the Bieszczady National Park (UNESCO biosphere reserve). 'In the Bieszczady one can find some 900 species of vascular plants, including 42 species of plants protected in the Bieszczadzki National Park, which encompasses the highest sections of the Western Bieszczady Mountains. With approximately 200 unique species, the fauna of the Bieszczady is varied as well. Such big mammals as the European bison, brown bear, wild boar, lynx, wolf, deer and wildcat live here alongside many rare species of birds, including the Ural owl, golden eagle, Alpine hedge-sparrow and pipit.' (StayPoland, 2014). Bieszczady is a great adventure for bikers and hikers as it offers numerous tracks that are adapted for amateurs and professionals.

Częstochowa. Along with Licheń, Częstochowa is a holy city for Polish Catholics. In fact, Christians from around the world are organising pilgrimages to the Jasna Góra monastery, based at Częstochowa. The city was invaded many times by Swedes, Russians and Germans who tried to take over the monastery, always unsuccessfully. Poles owe the victories of the wars to Our Lady of Częstochowa (also called Black Madonna). Every year more than 5 million tourists are visiting the place, majority of whom are pilgrims. During the communist times in Poland (1945 - 1989), the authorities tried to transform Częstochowa into an industrial city and close the monastery, however after intense strikes the communist authorities reversed their decision.

The Black Madonna of Poland

Pope John Paul II in Częstochowa (1999)

Licheń - Beside Częstochowa, Licheń is a holy place for Polish Catholics.

Kraków. After Warsaw, Kraków is Poland's second largest city with over 750,000 people. In XVI century Kraków was a capital city of Poland, when it played an important cultural and religious role. The city buildings (blocks and flats) are one of the oldest in Poland. Also, Kraków is home to the oldest Polish University, Jagiellonian University. The city most popular attractions are the Wawel castle and St Mary's Basilica (Kościół Mariacki). At Kraków's Old Town there is the largest European market square, called Sukiennice. In 2016 Kraków will be hosting World Youth Day.

St Mary's Basilica

Hejnał Mariacki is played on every hour from the top of St Mary's Basilica. The Hejnał Mariacki is broadcasted live by some of the national radio stations.

Jagiellonian University

Market square - Sukiennice

Old Town

Wawel castle

Kraków World Youth Day poster.

Gdańsk. Gdańsk is located in the north part of Poland. The city is the capital city of Województwo Pomorskie (Pomeranian Voivodship). Gdańsk is part of Trójmiasto (Tricity) with two smaller cities Gdynia and Sopot. Beautiful clean beaches, historical port Crane, Pier, St. Mary's Church, Old Town, Artus Court, Green Gate, Westerplatte, The Long Market, Motława, The National Museum, PGE Arena, St. Dominic's Fair, Long Lane, SS Sołdek, Sobieszewska Island, Tricity Landscape Park, Statue of Neptune are just some examples of what Gdańsk has to offer to its visitors.

Pier

Port Crane

Old Town

Westerplatte - World War II monument

St. Dominic's Fair

Malbork Castle. Formally known as the Castle of the Teutonic Order and is the largest castle in the world. The Malbork Castle was erected in 1406 by the Teutonic Knights (RC Crusaders).

Teutonic Knights

Malbork Castle

AUSCHWITZ - Final Solution

Auschwitz was a largest concentration camp built by the Nazi Germany. The Auschwitz Museum is open all year round.

I can't find any words to explain this place... The photographs are best to do so ...

TATRY. Love skiing? Visit Tatry! 250km of trails that are suitable for all young and old, amateurs and professionals. Beautiful landscapes and Polish folk music are a showcase of the Tatry mountains. Rysy, the highest top is located in Tatras with 2,499 meters. Tatry are included in the tatra National parrt and the UNESCO Biosphere List.

Ski Jump Hill

WARSZAWA. The capital city of Poland with over 1 700 000 people which makes Warsaw the largest city in Poland. Warszawa is an important cultural, economic and educational centre with numerous theaters, museums, exhibition centres, libraries, universities, stock exchange, banks, and other business institutions. The pride of Warsaw are a Soviet relic, the Palace of Culture and Science and the Presidential Palace.