POLAND
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Castle in Moszna – description, interesting facts, history
The castle in Moszna is one of the most fascinating places in Poland, attracting attention with its unusual architecture and rich history. Located in the picturesque village of Moszna, near Opole, this majestic castle is a true gem of the landscape. The building consists of 99 towers, creating an extremely picturesque view. Each tower has a unique form and decoration, which gives the castle in Moszna a unique character. Walking through its courtyards, you can find towers of various shapes (square, round, quadrangular), which create a beautiful and harmonious combination. The history of the castle in Moszna dates back to the 16th century, when it was erected as the seat…
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Biskupia Kopa (890m a.s.l.) – description, trails, interesting facts
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Biskupia Kopa (890m a.s.l.) – description, trails, interesting facts
Mount Biskupia Kopa is located at an altitude of 890 m above sea level and is one of the highest peaks in the area. It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains and the Crown of the Polish Sudetes. Due to its picturesque surroundings and interesting history, it is a very popular place both among tourists and lovers of mountain nature. The name of the mountain Biskupia Kopa comes from Bishop Jan Václav Antonín of Kounice, who commissioned its measurement in 1736. However, the earliest mention of this mountain dates back to 1675, when it was recorded in the cadastral book. Biskupia Kopa is also associated with the history of…
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Mogielica 1170m – the crown of the Polish mountains
Mogielica is included in the Crown of Polish Mountains, it is the highest peak of the mountain range – Beskid Wyspowy – 1170 m above sea level. At its top there is a new, metal lookout tower, from which there is a picturesque, beautiful view of the surroundings and panoramas of the Tatras, Gorce and Beskids. The routes to Mogielica are one of the most interesting and scenic in the entire Beskid Wyspowy. Polana Stumorgowa located just below the peak is also famous for its beautiful views. In the summer season, we can use the bicycle paths, which in the winter turn into cross-country skiing trails. In 2011, a reserve…
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The biggest traces of dinosaurs in Poland – GAGATY SOŁTYKOWSKIE.
Gagaty Sołtykowskie ? is a nature reserve where you can see the real traces of dinosaurs from 200 million years ago with your own eyes ?? This attraction is located in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship near Skarżysko-Kamienna and Stąporków. A sensation on a global scale are the tracks of both adults and juveniles walking side by side. They were left by herbivorous sauropod dinosaurs and predatory allosaurus dinosaurs. The largest footprint found is 60 cm long and was discovered in 1999. The name Gagaty Sołtykowskie comes from the rare minerals found in this area – jets. Gagat is a bituminous variety of brown coal in black color used in jewelry. The…
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Tarnica (1346m) – the highest peak in the Bieszczady Mountains
Tarnica is the highest peak in the Bieszczady Mountains (1346 m). It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains. In the past, the massifs of Tarnica and Halicz were called the Bear Mountains. This was a reflection of the large bear population in the area. On the top of Tarnica there is a large steel cross, which was placed in 2000. after the previous one was destroyed (broken). At the top, a plaque commemorating the entrance to Tarnica was unveiled by Fr. Karola Wojtyła on August 5, 1953 and his third pilgrimage to his homeland as the Holy Father in 1987. The time to reach the top from Wołosate is…
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Viaducts in Stańczyki, in Kiepojcie, in Botkuny
On the outskirts of the Romnicka Forest in Stańczyki there are the highest viaducts in Poland. They are the remnants of the former Gołdap – Żytkiejmy railway line, which was put into use in the interwar period. The bridges were built by the Germans and are the highest structure of this type in Poland. They resemble Roman aqueducts. The twin bridges have a reinforced concrete structure, five spans with equal arches, 15 meters high. They were designed by architects from Italy. They cross the valley of the Błędzianka River. The road itself, which leads to Stańczyki, is extremely picturesque. The trees growing along the road give a mysterious atmosphere and…
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The Repablic of Ściborska – an ecological settlement
The Republic of Ściborska is located in the wildest region of Masuria, called the Polish pole of cold. It is a beautiful area, surrounded by a natural landscape. There is no telephone coverage there, and only forest, grazing cows and wild animals around… This is the region of Poland with the cleanest air. In the settlement there is a museum of Indian and Eskimo culture, the Museum of Maria Rodziewiczówna and the book “Summer of Forest People”, an open-air museum of trapper huts, an Indian village (summer period), a Russian banya, an old house with a preserved black room, ruins of an old farm, traditional wells with water drinking; the…
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Pyramid in Rapa
Pyramid in Rapa – a mysterious structure hidden among forests and swamps serves as the tomb of the Prussian von Fahrenheid family. Inspired by the Egyptian pyramids, the building was built around 1811. Seven people are buried there, the bodies were naturally mummified thanks to specially created conditions. Through the windows you can see 7 wooden coffins. After the war, the tomb remained open for many years. The vandals desecrated the corpses, decapitated them and left them lying in open coffins. A few years ago, the peace of the dead was taken care of and all entrances to the tomb were secured with bars. The history of this pyramid hides…
