Archive for 'Nature'
Operacje kosmetyczne Posted by Kasia on Mar 15, 2012
As the concept of travelling overseas for dental and medical treatment becomes more acceptable, Poland has emerged as a popular destination for cosmetic surgery (operacje kosmetyczne), with clinics (kliniki) across the country welcoming an increasing number of patients (pacjenci) from the United Kingdom and Ireland, other European countries and even USA. Once the preserve of…
Birdwatching in Poland Posted by Kasia on Mar 12, 2012
Are you a fan of birds and like birdwatching (obserwacja ptaków)? Have you ever wondered if birding in Poland is really a gem for birders? Białowieża Forest and Biebrza Marshes are the most famous birding hotspots in Poland. That’s true, but these are not the only ones! There are plenty of other places, excellent habitats…
The Augustów Canal Posted by Kasia on Feb 7, 2012
Images of the Suez Canal flowing through the desert and the Panama Canal weaving its way through dense jungle in Central America are known worldwide, however few people are familiar with Poland’s most famous man-made waterway, which is perhaps one of the oldest in Europe. The Augustów Canal (Kanał Augustowski) was already flowing through dense…
What is inside of the fruit? – Co jest w środku owocu? Posted by Kasia on Jan 29, 2012
I think that we all love fruits (owoce). We may have a preference in what type of fruits we like, but we all love them. They are colorful, tasty and so good for us! Today I will show you an example of 2 different fruits and how we call what is inside of them. Sometimes…
First Polish satellite Posted by Kasia on Jan 28, 2012
Poland looks likely to see its first satellite in space very soon, according to reports this week. The ‘PW-Sat’ is one of nine satellites that will be launched on February 9 as part of a European Space Agency project which aims to test how to pull satellites back out of orbit. Roughly the size of…
Emergency phrases Posted by Kasia on Dec 28, 2011
Today I wanted to share with you how can one express an emergency and what words should you use to do it. You may find it helpful when you get lost, when you are in danger, when you don’t feel good and in any other situation when you may need help… Pomocy! – help Czy może…
1 million visitors to Wieliczka Salt Mine Posted by Kasia on Nov 26, 2011
One millionth visitor to the Wieliczka Salt Mine this year is expected this week. As in the previous year, the lucky buyer of one millionth ticket will be welcomed by fanfares and the legendary “Treasurer”. The lucky tourist will also receive a voucher for PLN 2,000 (about $600US) to spend on additional attractions in the…