Country Facts:
Poland vs. South Korea

Country area

The surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi², while the surface area of South Korea is 38 691 mi². This means that the area of Poland is 212% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Poland is Warsaw, with a population of about 1 735 440 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Korea is Seoul, where the population is 10 117 900.

Highest recorded temperature

In Poland, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Prószków, while in South Korea the highest temperature was 104°F and was recorded in Daegu.

Population

The population of Poland is about 37 846 611, while South Korea is home to 51 269 185 people.

Average age

The average age is 41.9 years in Poland and 43.2 years in South Korea.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.8% in Poland and 97.9% in South Korea.

Religion

In Poland, the main religion is Christianity; in South Korea, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Poland: 34 406 Int$. South Korea: 43 319 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in South Korea: frequency and voltage are 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, F).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Poland - May, June, July, August; South Korea - June, September.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites