[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#d71920″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Gda\u0144sk, Poland” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”Bangers||||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”55px” title_letter_spacing=”3px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_blob_image blob_image=”https:\/\/www.poland2027.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/2560px-Calle_Dlugie_Pobrzeze_Gdansk_Polonia_2013-05-20_DD_06.jpg” title_text=”2560px-Calle_Dlugie_Pobrzeze,_Gdansk,_Polonia,_2013-05-20,_DD_06″ blob_shapes=”image_three” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dsm_blob_image][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”11px” text_orientation=”center” background_layout=”dark” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Photo Credit: Diego Delso,\u00a0<\/span>delso.photo<\/a>, License\u00a0<\/span>CC BY-SA<\/a><\/b><\/i><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_font_size=”27px” background_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”50px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”50px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”50px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”20px|25px|20px|25px|true|true” hover_enabled=”0″ border_radii=”on|27px|27px|27px|27px” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Gda\u0144sk, a city nestled on the Baltic coast of northern Poland, is a place where history, culture, and maritime tradition blend seamlessly. Known as the “Pearl of the Baltic,” Gda\u0144sk is a city of stunning architecture, rich heritage, and a vibrant atmosphere that continues to draw visitors from around the world.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ prev_background_color=”#d71920″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ff8c42″ top_divider_style=”mountains2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”About Poland” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Bangers||||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font_size=”37px” title_letter_spacing=”4px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_orientation=”center” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n The Republic of Poland is a country in Central Europe and a member state of the European Union. Its territory extends from the beaches along the Baltic Sea in the north to the Sudetes and Carpathian Mountains in the south. The population of about 36.8 million occupies an area of about 322,000 square kilometres.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_tilt_image src=”https:\/\/www.poland2027.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/world_map_transport.png” title_text=”world_map_transport” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” border_radii=”on|27px|27px|27px|27px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dsm_tilt_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Flag of Poland” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” title_text_align=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.poland2027.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Flag_of_Poland-1-281×300.jpg” title_text=”Flag_of_Poland (1)” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_height=”208px” border_radii=”on|27px|27px|27px|27px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_heading title=”Coat of Arms of Poland” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h3″ title_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” title_text_align=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.poland2027.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Herb_Polski.svg-255×300.png” title_text=”Herb_Polski.svg” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_height=”233px” border_radii=”on|27px|27px|27px|27px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_color=”#000000″ body_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” text_orientation=”center” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Many Poles can speak English, and the country is experienced in organising big events, such as the UEFA Euro 2012 and World Youth Day 2016. Poland has a modern transportation infrastructure and an extensive network of bus, rail, and air connections, both international and domestic, with affordable prices.<\/p>\n The currency is Polish Z\u0142oty. International credit cards are accepted, and mobile payments are widespread and accessible. Polish shops carry a wide range of goods, with food suitable for various diets and the essentials you may need while traveling.<\/p>\n Poland is also renowned for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. The country is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the medieval old towns of Krak\u00f3w and Toru\u0144, the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork, and the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ prev_background_color=”#ff8c42″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ff6baa” top_divider_style=”arrow3″ top_divider_height=”54px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Meet Gda\u0144sk” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Bangers||||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”39px” title_letter_spacing=”3px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_align=”center” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Boasting a tradition of over 1,000 years, Poland’s maritime capital, Gda\u0144sk, is one of the largest ports on the Baltic Sea and a unique metropolis marked by a spirit of freedom and courage. The city’s motto perfectly captures the essence of this former Hanseatic city, encouraging us to live “neither rashly nor timidly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” body_text_align=”center” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n As you wander through the charming streets of this maritime city, marvel at the meticulously restored buildings and colorful facades lining the famous Long Market. Explore the captivating history of the Solidarno\u015b\u0107 movement at the European Solidarity Centre.\u00a0<\/p>\n With its enchanting atmosphere, fascinating museums, and delightful waterfront promenades, Gda\u0144sk welcomes Scouts from all over the world seeking an unforgettable adventure in Poland.\u00a0<\/p>\n Gda\u0144sk has a well-developed transit system and many bike paths. You can hop on and off the Rapid Urban Rail and buses within the city. Trams will take you to the city beaches (15 minutes from the city centre), buses will take you to the Tricity Landscape Park (25 minutes from the city centre), the Rapid Urban Rail takes just 20 minutes to reach Sopot, a neighbouring city famous for its health resorts, and extending the ride by 10 minutes will take you to Gdynia (a port city).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”left” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]