warsaw. warsaw is the capital and the largest city of poland. it is located on the vistula river

Warsaw

Warsaw is the capital and the largest city of Poland. It is located on the Vistula River.

The Coat of Arms of Warsaw

The Coat of Arms of Warsaw consists of a mermaid in red field who has a silver sword.

Flag of Warsaw

The flag of Warsaw is formed by two horizontal bands of equal width — yellow on the top and red on the bottom.

General information

PresidentHanna Gronkiewicz-Waltz

Area517.24 km²

Population1,777,398

The monuments

The Royal Castle in Warsaw was the official residence of the Polish monarchs.

The monuments

Warsaw's Old Town is the oldest historic district of the city.

The monuments

Łazienki Park is the largest park in Warsaw. In 1764 the gardens were acquired by Stanisław August Poniatowski, after his election that year as King of Poland.

The monuments

The Chopin Statue erected to commemorate the work of the great composer.

‘The Legend of the Mermaid Warsaw’

One day, the Mermaid relaxed on the river bank. She wanted to stay here. She protected the fish but fishermen didn't like it. Soon, they wanted to caught her. Fishermen didn't do it because they heard her beautiful voice. Next, they fell in love with her. Unfortunately, the rich man imprisoned her. Young boy heard her and I helped her. Fishermen promised to protect her.

The Mermaid thanked them and promised to defend Warsaw.

Euro 2012

In Warsaw is the national stadium, where is Euro 2012.