December 2nd marks a delectable celebration in Poland: Potato Pancake Day! While its origins remain a mystery, there’s no need to dwell on the why—the how is...
The season of Advent beckons the arrival of Christmas, traditionally entwined with the regal hue of purple. Yet, within this anticipation, a tapestry of colours—green, red, pink, and gold—paints the backdrop of this significant period leading up to the festive day.
Joanna Kulig, born on June 24, 1982, in Krynica-Zdrój, Poland, has emerged as one of the most celebrated Polish actresses of her generation. Renowned...
Today marks the 198th anniversary of Gazeta Polska, a publication deeply rooted in the fight for Poland’s identity and independence. Born in a time of...
Over the next 24 days, we invite you to join us for our Advent Calendar with Poland Daily 24. Every day, we'll bring you little tidbits about Christmas in Poland. Today, we are taking a closer look at the oldest Polish carol.
Advent is a special time for Christians. It precedes Christmas and is a period of spiritual preparation for the rebirth of Jesus Christ. Non-believers also enjoy some Advent symbols and customs.
Eighty-five years ago today, a pivotal moment in history unfolded as the Soviet Union formally annexed Polish territories under its control. This event followed...
Founded on November 29, 1946, in London, the Polish Historical Society in Great Britain (PTHWB) emerged as a vital institution for Polish scholars in...
On November 28, 1967, the first Polski Fiat 125p rolled off the production line at the Fabryka Samochodów Osobowych (FSO) in Warsaw’s Żerań district,...
On the anniversary of his death, November 28, we remember Stanisław Wyspiański (1869–1907), one of Poland’s most versatile and celebrated artists.
Stanisław Wyspiański: The...
In 2023, Poland’s commercial property market experienced a remarkable boom, with investment reaching an all-time high of €2.1 billion for the year, and a...
Wanda Błeńska, often called the "Mother of Lepers," is celebrated as a pioneer in leprosy treatment and a shining example of compassion and dedication....
Three years have passed since the reburial of Maurycy Mochnacki, one of Poland’s most prominent émigré activists, writers, and chroniclers of the November Uprising....
In 1991, Poland marked a significant turning point in its post-communist transformation by joining the Council of Europe, an organization dedicated to promoting human...
On November 26, 1955, Kraków’s Main Square witnessed a momentous occasion as the city unveiled a restored monument to Adam Mickiewicz, Poland's iconic poet,...
The cherished tradition of leaving an empty place at the Christmas Eve table in Poland is a cultural quirk that sparks curiosity each holiday season. With an extra setting carefully arranged, this practice carries a profound historical significance, rooted in ancient beliefs and intertwined with the melodies of beautiful carols.
In Poland, the Christmas Eve table bears witness to a cherished tradition—laying out 12 meticulously crafted dishes. This age-old practice carries profound symbolism, reflecting both Christian beliefs and age-old folk customs.
