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A Voivodeship is like a big region or state in Poland. Poland is divided into 16 of these regions. The word "Voivodeship" comes from the Polish word "wojewoda", which means a governor. Think of a governor as the main leader of a region.

What is a Voivodeship?

A Voivodeship is a main administrative division in Poland. This means it's one of the biggest ways the country is split up for managing things. Each Voivodeship has its own capital city. This capital city is where the main government offices for that region are located.

How Many Voivodeships Are There?

Since 1999, Poland has been divided into 16 Voivodeships. These divisions help to organize the country. They make it easier to manage local services and government tasks.

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A map showing the 16 Voivodeships of Poland.

The Name's Meaning

The name "Voivodeship" comes from the Polish word "wojewoda". This word means "governor" or "leader of an army". In the past, a wojewoda was a powerful military leader. Today, the wojewoda is a government official. They are appointed by the Prime Minister of Poland. They make sure that national laws are followed in their region.

List of Polish Voivodeships

Here are the 16 Voivodeships of Poland and their capital cities:


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