Warsaw

Poland · European cities · capital cities

Home to 1.87 million people. Warsaw is the largest city in Poland and the 7th biggest city in all of Europe, with nearly 2 million people living there. The whole area around Warsaw has about 3.5 million residents.

Built on the Vistula River. The Vistula is Poland's most important river, and Warsaw sits right along its banks in the east-central part of the country. The river has shaped the city's history and growth for centuries.

Center of Polish government. Warsaw is where all of Poland's most important leaders work and make decisions for the entire country. It's the heart of Polish politics and power.

A major world business hub. Warsaw is classified as an alpha global city, which means it's one of the most important economic centers in the world. Companies from all over the globe have offices and operations here.

Divided into 18 districts. The city is organized into 18 separate neighborhoods, each with its own character, and covers 517 square kilometers of land.