Of all the areas of Polish culture in which a foreigner requires guidance, cinema comes to mind first. Many are acquainted with its international stars, but few know the background story and the gems that haven't yet made it globally.

From bizarre sonic experiments with classical music to pumping dance anthems filling up clubs around Europe, Polish electronic music is a force to be reckoned with. Read and listen along to our whistle-stop tour of Poland's must-hear.

Even though photography is a relatively young discipline, its diversity can be overwhelming.
The following guide is a subjective selection of significant or noteworthy phenomena. It is by no means a comprehensive account of Polish photography. However, it will provide the reader with an approachable introduction to Poland’s thrilling photography scene.