History & Landmarks
• Statehood Foundation: The Polish state was officially founded in 966 AD with the Christianization of Duke Mieszko I.
• Malbork Castle: Located in Malbork, this is the world's largest castle by land area and a massive red-brick fortress built by the Teutonic Order.
• Warsaw's Rebuilding: About 85% of Warsaw's historic center was destroyed during World War II and meticulously rebuilt using historical paintings, photographs, and records, earning it UNESCO World Heritage status.
• First Constitution: On May 3, 1791, Poland adopted Europe's first and the world's second modern written constitution.