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The Polish Language: A Cheatsheet for Beginners - Culture.pl
WEBFirst things first – which in this case means the alphabet. Among the magnificent 32, prepare for 9 unique letters and 17 need-to-know letter combinations. But don’t worry! Our listen-along Multimedia Guide to the Polish Alphabetwill take you through it painlessly – and with animations. 2.
A Foreigner's Guide to Polish Folk Art | Article - Culture.pl
WEBThe oldest painted eggs are of Sumerian origin and are about 5000 years old. The oldest Polish pisanki (traditional name for painted eggs, singular: pisanka) date back to the end of the 10th century. In Slavic beliefs, eggs were associated with the cult of the sun god, and they symbolised new life and birth.
The Battle of Grunwald Explained | Artykuł - Culture.pl
WEBOne of Poland's most inspiring paintings. Jan Matejko 's monumental 1878 work depicts an amalgam of the most dramatic turning points in the Battle of Grunwald on 15th July 1410. Also known as the Battle of Tannenberg, the victory of the Polish and Lithuanian armies over the Teutonic Knights took place in the fields of Grunwald, Łodwigow and ...
How Kraków Made It Unscathed Through WWII | Artykuł - Culture.pl
WEBWarsaw, Poznań and Białystok, as well as many other Polish cities, were virtually razed to the ground during World War II, suffering under the subsequent marches of hostile armies. Meanwhile, Kraków, the biggest and most crucial city of southern Poland, remained almost untouched. How did Kraków make it through the war with hardly a scratch?
8 Typically Polish Traits | Article - Culture.pl
WEBAnother Polish saying goes: 'A guest in the house, God in the house'. Hospitality plays a crucial role in Polish culture. Poles often choose to entertain guests in their households, which on many occasions involves the preparation of a proper, home-cooked meal by the hosts.A spectacular display of Polish hospitality takes place during the Christmas and …
The Making of the Polish National Football Team - Culture.pl
WEBMost Poles today are familiar with the name Robert Lewandowski, the red-and-white of Polish football kit, and the national anthem that’s played before the start of a match. Even those outside of Poland have seen this national team in action at the World Cup, the Euros, or just international friendlies. Less well-known is the actual history of the Polish national …
A Foreigner’s Guide to Polish Names | Article | Culture.pl
WEBAug 26, 2015 · Lechosław – a name created in 19 th century, as part of the trend to revive ancient Slavic names. Lesław – this name was very likely introduced by the late Romantic poet Roman Zmorski (1824-67). It was especially popular in the 1950s. Leszek – in all likeliness a hypocoristic version of Lestek, which comes from Lech.
Fat Thursday: Poland’s Tastiest Tradition | Artykuł - Culture.pl
WEBEvery February, Poland goes nuts for doughnuts. Fat Thursday, the last Thursday prior to Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent, is one of the most important holidays, and it mainly revolves around eating as many doughnuts as possible, all in the name of good luck. Statistically, every Pole eats ...
The Polish Roots of Popeye | Article | Culture.pl
WEBFeb 7, 2019 · The character of Popeye was created by Elzie Crisler Segar, an American cartoonist from the town of Chester, Illinois. In 1919, the draughtsman created a comic strip in New York’s Evening Journal, called Thimble Theatre. In 1929, Popeye made his debut as a new character in the strip. Due to the newcomer’s high appeal, the strip was ...