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I’m sure we’ve all heard the phrase “drop everything and escape to the Bieszczady Mountains.” And there’s a good reason for that. For years, the Bieszczady have been the epitome of tranquility, a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, and a refuge for people tired of everyday life. This is due to the peace and quiet that prevails there, which is guaranteed by the significantly smaller number of tourists compared to the Tatra Mountains or the Pieniny Mountains. We owe this feeling of idyllic serenity to the rolling hills that sway with every gust of wind and the lush forests that cover the mountain slopes. A hike through these landscapes will relax even the most overworked person.
The Black Sea Basin
The area around Ustrzyki Dolne is one of two places in Poland where rivers flow south. It is home to a so-called watershed separating the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea drainage basins. Although most rivers flow into the Baltic Sea, the Strwiąż River and the Maszanka stream belong to the Black Sea drainage basin.
The 15th century marked the beginning of the Bieszczady region
Not the Bieszczady as a mountain range, but as an area inhabited by people. It was only in the second half of the 15th century that intensive colonization of these areas began. Although the population density was never very high, by 1931, there were approximately 80 people per 100 hectares of arable land. After World War II, the area experienced almost complete depopulation, which is why many villages are now completely overgrown.
The stars of the Bieszczady Mountains
In the Bieszczady Mountains, you’ll find Poland’s largest dark sky park. This is a protected area shielded from artificial light, where, on clear nights, you can see up to 7,000 stars during a new moon. It’s a true paradise for astronomers.
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Triple border marker
At the top of Mount Kremenets, you can find border marker number 1, which marks the meeting point of three countries: Slovakia, Poland, and Ukraine.
