Lublin Voivodeship Facts for Kids

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Lublin Voivodeship

Województwo lubelskie

Flag	Coat of arms

Motto(s):

Smakuj życie! (Taste life!)

Location within Poland

Division into counties

Country

Poland

Capital

Lublin

Counties

4 cities, 20 land counties

Biała Podlaska
Chełm
Lublin
Zamość
Biała Podlaska County
Biłgoraj County
Chełm County
Hrubieszów County
Janów Lubelski County
Kraśnik County
Krasnystaw County
Łęczna County
Lubartów County
Lublin County
Łuków County
Opole Lubelskie County
Parczew County
Puławy County
Radzyń Podlaski County
Ryki County
Świdnik County
Tomaszów Lubelski County
Włodawa County
Zamość County

Area

• Total

25,155 km² (9,712 sq mi)

Population

(31-12-2014)

• Total

2,147,746

• Density

85.3805/km² (221.134/sq mi)

• Urban

1,014,548

• Rural

1,160,703

ISO 3166 code

PL-06

Vehicle registration

HDI (2017)

0.843
very high · 9th

Website

http://www.lubelskie.pl/

further divided into 213 gminas

The Lublin Voivodeship is one of the 16 main regions, called voivodeships, in Poland. You can find it in the southeastern part of the country. Its capital city is Lublin, which is also the biggest city in the region.

This voivodeship was created on January 1, 1999. It is known for its beautiful nature, including two important national parks.

Where is Lublin Voivodeship?
Nature and Parks
- Polesie National Park
- Roztocze National Park
People and Cities
- Main Cities
  - Zamość Old Town
How the Region is Governed
- Voivode and Marshal
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Where is Lublin Voivodeship?

The Lublin Voivodeship is located in eastern Poland. It shares borders with other Polish regions. It also borders two other countries: Ukraine to the east and Belarus to the northeast. This makes it an important gateway.

The region covers a large area of about 25,155 square kilometers. This makes it one of the bigger voivodeships in Poland.

Nature and Parks

Lublin Voivodeship is home to amazing natural areas. Two national parks protect its unique wildlife and landscapes.

Polesie National Park

Polesie National Park is famous for its wetlands and swamps. It's a great place for birds and other animals. You can see many rare species here. The park helps protect these important habitats.

Roztocze National Park

Roztocze National Park is known for its forests and hills. It has beautiful valleys and clear rivers. This park is home to wild horses called Konik Polski. It's a perfect spot for hiking and enjoying nature.

People and Cities

About 2.1 million people live in the Lublin Voivodeship. Most people live in cities, but many also live in smaller towns and villages. The region has a mix of busy city life and quiet rural areas.

Main Cities

The capital city, Lublin, is a lively place with a rich history. Other important cities include Chełm, Zamość, and Biała Podlaska. Each city has its own special charm and history.

Zamość Old Town

The Zamość Old Town is a very special place. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This means it's recognized globally for its unique architecture. It looks like a perfect Renaissance town.

How the Region is Governed

Like other regions in Poland, Lublin Voivodeship has its own government. It helps manage local affairs and development.

Voivode and Marshal

The main leaders are the Voivode and the Marshal. The Voivode is like a governor. They represent the central government in the region. The Marshal leads the regional self-government. They work on local projects and plans.