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Babia Gór – Queen of the Beskids, practical information
Babia Góra, the highest peak of the Western Beskids, is one of the most picturesque and mysterious places in Poland. The mountain located on the Polish-Slovak border reaches a height of 1,725 m above sea level. (Diablak) and is one of the most famous points in the Beskids. In 1977, it was included on the UNESCO list as a biosphere reserve. Babia Góra is sometimes called the “Mother of Bad Weather” due to extremely changeable weather conditions. This is one of the windiest places in Poland, where you can experience the full weather spectrum in one day – from sun to thick fog or rain. Its massif attracts both mountain…
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Keret’s house in Warsaw – the narrowest house in the world
The Keret’s House, located in the Wola district of Warsaw, is one of the most original architectural attractions in Poland. Known as the narrowest house in the world, it is a unique combination of functionality, art and historical symbolism. The building is so small that you can pass by and not notice it 🙂 Keret’s House – Architecture and locationDesigned by Jakub Szczęsny, the Keret House was built in 2012. The building is located in a narrow gap between a pre-war tenement house at ul. Żelazna 74 and the post-war block at ul. Chłodna 22. It is only 92 cm wide at its narrowest point and 152 cm wide at…
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Śnieżka – queen of the Karkonosze Mountains
Śnieżka (1,603 m above sea level), the highest peak of the Karkonosze Mountains and the entire Sudetes, is a place that delights not only with its views, but also with its rich history and interesting routes leading to its peak. This is a destination that attracts both mountain hikers and people looking for close contact with nature. It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains. Trails to Śnieżka: From Karpacz through the Wang Temple (blue trail)This route begins in picturesque Karpacz, where you can visit the famous Wang Temple – a Norwegian church from the 12th century, moved to the Karkonosze Mountains in the 19th century. Then the trail leads…
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Wielka Sowa (1015m)- crown of Polish mountains.
Wielka Sowa (1,015 m above sea level) is the highest peak of the Owl Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the Sudetes. Thanks to its picturesque landscapes, historic attractions and well-prepared trails, it is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists. Here is a detailed guide to help you plan your visit to this unique mountain. TRAILS TO WIELKA SOWA: 1. Red trail from the Sokolej PassWalking time: approx. 1.5 hoursLength: approximately 4.5 kmDifficulty level: EasyRoute description: This is the most popular and frequented route to Wielka Sowa, which leads through forests along a wide, comfortable road. Along the way, we pass picturesque clearings with views of the…
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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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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…
