The Region of Wielkopolska (GreaterPoland) lies in the basins of the Warta, Prosna and Noteç rivers in the belt of the North European Plain. Wielkopolska is the cradle of the Polish state, the historic residence of Poland's first rulers of the Piast dynasty, the site at which Poland first adopted Christianity. You may explore the fascinating origins of Poland and its eventful subsequent history in numerous archaeological and ethnographic museums, heritage parks and archaeological reservations. Wielkopolska offers unique traditions and folklore manifested in its historic architecture and the distinctive culture of its towns and villages. This historical part of Poland - abounds with lakes, forests and rivers - lies between Central Poland and Poland's Western border at the crossroads of major European transportation routes connecting the East with the West and the North with the South. The region's stately homes, palaces and training centres organise hundreds of meetings and conferences each year.