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Country Facts:
Poland vs. Guinea

Learn about the similarities and differences between Poland and Guinea by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Poland vs. Guinea - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi², while the surface area of Guinea is 94 926 mi². This means that the area of Poland is 27.18% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
120 726 mi²
94 926 mi²

Coastline length

Poland has a coastline of 273.4 mi, while Guinea has a coastline of 198.8 mi.

273.4 mi
198.8 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Poland is Warsaw, with a population of about 1 735 440 people. In contrast, the largest city in Guinea is Conakry, where the population is 1 667 860.

1 735 440 ppl
1 667 860 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Poland is Rysy (north-western peak), its height is 8 199 ft. The highest peak in Guinea is Mont Nimba, which rises to a height of 5 748 ft.

8 199 ft
Rysy (north-western peak)
5 748 ft
Mont Nimba

Highest recorded temperature

104.4°F
Prószków
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Lowest recorded temperature

-41.8°F
Siedlce
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Society

Poland vs. Guinea - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Poland is about 37 846 611, while Guinea is home to 13 132 795 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
37 846 611 ppl
13 132 795 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 78.5 years in Poland and 63.5 years in Guinea.

78.5 years
63.5 years

Average age

The average age is 41.9 years in Poland and 19.1 years in Guinea.

41.9 years
19.1 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.23% in Poland and 2.76% in Guinea.

-0.23%
2.76%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.8% in Poland and 39.6% in Guinea.

99.8%
39.6%

Language

In Poland, the main language is Polish, and in Guinea the primary language is French.

polish
french

Religion

In Poland, the main religion is Christianity; in Guinea, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

16 722 000 ppl
Ranking: 129/179
35 000 ppl
Ranking: 60/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Poland: 34 406 Int$. Guinea: 2 816 Int$.

34 406 Int$
Ranking: 140/194
2 816 Int$
Ranking: 67/194

Currency

Poland: Zloty (PLN). Guinea: Guinea Franc (GNF).

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PLN
Zloty
GNF
Guinea Franc

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Guinea: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F, K).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, E
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F, K

Driving side

Poland has right-hand traffic, Guinea has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Poland - May, June, July, August; Guinea - January, February, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
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Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa obtained online
A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B46 USD - 54 USD
T90 USD - 115 USD
B52 USD
T70 USD

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