Warsaw - The Capital of Poland

Population
1,790,658
Language
Polish
Continent
Europe
Since
1596
Eco Ranking
20/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Warsaw to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Rome13001h 32m
London14001h 39m
Paris14001h 39m
Abu Dhabi42004h 56m
Washington, D.C.72008h 28m
Tokyo860010h 7m
Singapore940011h 4m
Cape Town960011h 18m
Buenos Aires1230014h 28m
Canberra1560018h 21m

Capitals with similar population to Warsaw

CityPopulation
Bucharest1,883,425
Kuala Lumpur1,808,000
Warsaw1,790,658
Rabat1,777,000
Budapest1,752,286
Lomé1,746,000
Kampala1,680,000

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Warsaw

CityEco Rank
Prague17
Bratislava18
Reykjavik19
Warsaw20
Vilnius21
Madrid22
Canberra23

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the highlights of Warsaw?

    The Old Town, the Palace of Culture, Łazienki Park, and the Chopin Museum are must-sees.

  • Why is Warsaw's Old Town a UNESCO World Heritage site?

    The Old Town was completely rebuilt after WWII and symbolizes Poland's resilience.

  • What's the best way to get around Warsaw?

    Metro, tram, and bus are efficient, but the city center is also easy to explore on foot.

  • What is the best time to visit Warsaw?

    Spring and autumn are the most pleasant in terms of temperature and atmosphere.

  • Which Polish dishes should you try?

    Try pierogi, bigos, and sernik for an authentic Polish experience.

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Warsaw, capital of Poland

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