The capital is Wrocław (Breslau), the largest city in the region.
Borders: With Germany (west), the Czech Republic (south), and the Polish counties of Lubuskie, Wielkopolskie, and Opolskie.
Landscape and location: The area encompasses the greater part of historical Lower Silesia (Dolny Śląsk), including the Silesian Plain in the north, hills in the center, and the Sudetes (Sudety) Mountains in the south.
The highest point is the Śnieżka (1,602 m) in the Giant Mountains (Karkonosze).
Important rivers are the Oder (Odra) and tributaries such as the Nysa.
Economy and characteristics: It is one of the richest and most industrialized provinces of Poland, with natural resources such as copper, lignite, and stone.
Important sectors include industry, IT, automotive, agriculture (grain, sugar beets, vegetables) and tourism.
Wrocław is a dynamic economic and cultural center with an international airport.
Tourism and culture: The region is known for: Many castles and palaces (including Książ, the third largest castle in Poland).
Spas (the most in Poland).
Two national parks (Karkonosze and Góry Sowie).
UNESCO sites: the Peace Churches in Jawor and Świdnica and the Jahrhunderthalle (Centennial Hall) in Wrocław.
Beautiful historic cities such as Wałbrzych, Legnica, and Jelenia Góra.
The area has a rich, mixed history (German, Polish, Czech) and has changed significantly since WWII due to migration.
In short: a diverse province with mountains, cities, industry, and many historical and natural attractions.
Ideal for both culture and nature lovers!
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