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…until I dug a bit further.

Every online guide would say the same thing: “Try Pierogi, Schabowy, Rosół and Gołąbki.”

This was honestly super misleading as all of these are fine but not even close to a unique Polish flavour. They all had some variants in other countries, and for the most part, were fairly unseasoned.

What actually changed my mind on Polish food was when I went a bit deeper.

Żurek - Phenomenal
Szczawiowa - Incredible
Chłodnik (not the Lithuanian one, but the one on „zsiadłe mleko”) - Sublime

Gzik - Wow
Pajda ze smalcem - in love

F’n Oscypek is the best cheese I’ve ever eaten.

Sorry Poland, I was mistaken.

How do you guys feel about this?

Clearly, the goal is to attract more foreign tourists, and we all know that tourism brings money into Poland and benefits the wider economy.

But given how much we’ve heard in recent years about places like Zakopane and Kraków becoming increasingly popular with Arab tourists, do you think Poles will actually become more accepting of foreign tourists in general?

There have already been complaints about Zakopane having large numbers of Arab tourists, Arabic-language billboards, and more halal food options. I remember eating at a steakhouse there that was completely halal.

It’s interesting because Poland seems to want to attract more tourists while there is still some local frustration about the tourists who are already coming. As a foreigner, I’d be interested to hear your perspective on this.

Ik it’s a pretty cheap question but i was just wondering cuz i do have a fair amount of interest on this topic. I was wondering if you guys viewed us, Bulgarians, as a fellow Slavic nation, as Slavs like you i mean. I’m well aware that most people don’t give a shit about such questions and don’t occupy their time thinking about Bulgaria especially but i suppose i’m asking those that have given it a little thought at some point if they have been interested. Because if you ask a Bulgarian they would tell you that we are actually ancient Thracians, a statement which to me at least holds the se value as that of Macedonians claiming ancient Macedonian origin and reinterpreting Bulgarian history as Macedonian. To neighboring Balkan countries like N. Macedonia or Serbia (or ig any former Yugoslav country) we are portrayed as Tatars or Mongols (if anyone is wondering why ask and i’ll do my best to explain). So yeah as i said in the beginning ik it’s a pretty dumb question but i was still wondering what you guys thought (those that have given it some thought at some point). Thanks in advance to everyone who answers and have a nice day :)

Poland is “accelerating” toward its goal of regular 250 km/h trains on some major rail routes, a minister has said, after crucial high-speed safety tests were successfully carried out on a key north-south line. 

Hi Polish people,

This summer I decided it would be a nice idea for my girlfriend and me to go on a vacation to Poland. We travelled through your country for rougly 20 days (by car), and stayed at the following spots:

1. Gdansk
2. Ukta (Mazuria lake district)
3. Krakow
4. Szczawnica
5. Katowice

Gdansk; First time here; Amazing city, friendly people, really cool war museum, good pierogi

Ukta + Surroundings: Went here especially for being able to sail from lake to lake, but we had insanely bad weather. Therefore, we checked out some towns with castles and what not, they were pretty cool. Also did some long walking through nature. Relaxing province but would not necessary go here again.

Krakow: Had been here two times before. It was extremely crowded compared to those previous visits, but understandably so. I still think it is the prettiest Polish city I have been to. Not necessary the nicest to visit because of the insane amount of tourists.

Szczawnica: Came here for hiking the Pieniny mountains and Tatra. Pieniny was really nice (but also quite tourist heavy when close to town). Tatra was insanely touristy with respect to parking and the main hike, only once we got really high up it got a bit more chill. Someone there told me that next time I should visit the Slovakian side of tatra instead. Nevertheless, great nature spots. P.S., I heard I should avoid Zakopane like the plague so didn’t go there.

Katowice: We knew that this is more an industry style city, so we didn’t come for the looks but still it was amazing. Biking through the big park towards the older parts of the city, and again a lot of friendly people everywhere made it a pleasure for the last weekend.

I really liked Poland and will definitely go back some time soon. Therefore I would like to ask you all;

1. Opinions on my opinion?
2. Do you guys think there are places I should have definitely visited ad well?
3. Why do almost all Polish towns have so many commercial signs everywhere? Sometimes it really ruins the vibe of certain otherwise even more beautiful spots.

Dziekuje!

Named after Swedish diplomat and Holocaust rescuer Raoul Wallenberg, the award honors young people who show “civil courage.”

— These two "brave" citizens who attacked a 12-year-old and a 14-year-old child are being prosecuted. I have information for them. You will be caught by the end of the week. It will be much better for you, you can ask a lawyer you know if you report to the police today, said Prime Minister Donald Tusk before the government meeting.

Two children from Ukraine, a 14-year-old girl and her 12-year-old brother, were attacked by two adults at a playground in Bydgoszcz. The incident took place on Friday, August 14, near the railway station. The Consulate General of Ukraine in Gdańsk informed that the aggressors were provoked by the fact that the children communicated in Ukrainian. The siblings were physically attacked, the adults twisted their arms and broke their toys. The attackers used threats and insults. The siblings' mother received consular and legal assistance. The police are looking for the perpetrators.

Hello,
I am 4th year medical student in Bulgaria and a native bulgarian. Recently the political and economical situation hasn’t been good in Bulgaria as it’s becoming unsafe so i have been thinking about moving abroad.

I have travelled to few cities in Poland and i find it very admirable so i have been considering moving there permanently.
Of course i will learn the language but i am wondering how’s living in Poland for foreigners?
Is it difficult to work as a doctor there, is it hard to find a residency program? Also what are polish people views over bulgarians, i know many countries who don’t like us because of politics and gypsies?
Is there any kind of discrimination towards foreigners especially doctors? Also how’s the housing situation?

I want to move with the idea of working and having a family there so i would be very thankful if you can give me your advice.