Podkarpackie Voivodeship Facts for Kids

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Subcarpathian Voivodeship

Województwo podkarpackie

Flag	Coat of arms

Location within Poland

Division into counties

Country

Poland

Capital

Rzeszów

Counties

4 cities, 21 land counties

Krosno
Przemyśl
Rzeszów
Tarnobrzeg
Bieszczady County
Brzozów County
Dębica County
Jarosław County
Jasło County
Kolbuszowa County
Krosno County
Łańcut County
Lesko County
Leżajsk County
Lubaczów County
Mielec County
Nisko County
Przemyśl County
Przeworsk County
Ropczyce-Sędziszów County
Rzeszów County
Sanok County
Stalowa Wola County
Strzyżów County
Tarnobrzeg County

Area

• Total

17,844 km² (6,890 sq mi)

Population

(2014)

• Total

2,129,187

• Density

119.322/km² (309.043/sq mi)

• Urban

850,022

• Rural

1,246,949

ISO 3166 code

PL-18

Vehicle registration

Website

https://rzeszow.uw.gov.pl/

further divided into 160 gminas

The Podkarpackie Voivodeship is a special region, or province, located in southeastern Poland. It is also known as the Subcarpathian Voivodeship. Its main city and capital is Rzeszów, which is also its largest city.

This region was created on January 1, 1999. It is home to beautiful natural areas, including Bieszczady National Park and part of Magura National Park. These parks protect many different plants and animals.

What is a Voivodeship?
Geography and Nature
- National Parks and Rivers
- Animals of Podkarpackie
Cities and Towns
- Historic Castles and Palaces
Culture and Traditions
- Local Industries
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What is a Voivodeship?

A voivodeship is like a large administrative area or a state in Poland. It's how the country is divided for easier management. The Podkarpackie Voivodeship is one of 16 such regions in Poland.

Geography and Nature

The Podkarpackie Voivodeship covers about 17,844 square kilometers. It is known for its beautiful landscapes, especially the Carpathian Mountains in the south. The name "Subcarpathian" means "under the Carpathians."

National Parks and Rivers

Bieszczady National Park: This park is famous for its wild nature and unique mountain pastures called poloniny. You can find many rare animals here.
Magura National Park: A part of this park is also in the voivodeship. It protects forests and wildlife.
Rivers: Important rivers like the San River flow through the region, adding to its natural beauty.

Animals of Podkarpackie

The region's national parks and forests are home to many amazing animals.

Lynx: These wild cats are shy but can be found in the dense forests.
European Bison: Large, powerful animals that roam freely in some areas.
Brown Bears: The Carpathian Mountains are one of the few places in Europe where brown bears still live.
Wolves: These intelligent animals play an important role in the ecosystem.

Cities and Towns

The capital city, Rzeszów, is a busy center for business and culture. Other important cities include Krosno, Przemyśl, and Tarnobrzeg.

Historic Castles and Palaces

The region has many old castles and palaces that tell stories of its past.

Łańcut Castle: A magnificent palace known for its beautiful interiors and large park.
Krasiczyn Castle: A stunning Renaissance castle with unique architecture.
Baranów Sandomierski Castle: Often called "Little Wawel" because it looks like the famous Wawel Castle in Kraków.
Rzeszów Castle: A historic palace in the capital city.

Culture and Traditions

Podkarpackie has a rich cultural heritage. You can see traditional wooden churches, some of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The region also has unique folk costumes and traditions, especially among groups like the Pogorzanie.

Local Industries

The region is also known for some interesting industries.

Aviation: PZL Mielec produces Black Hawk helicopters here.
Bus Manufacturing: Autosan, a well-known bus and coach manufacturer, has its headquarters in Sanok.
Oil History: The area has a history with oil, with some of the world's earliest oil wells.