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A Symphony of Greens in Ojcow National Park

Nestled in the valley, a quiet homestead surrounded by a living sea of color.

Ojcow National Park is a place that rewards patience and quiet curiosity. Tucked in the heart of southern Poland, this valley view from the trail above Pradnik River stops you in your tracks — not for drama or scale, but for color. This photo was never meant to chase a sweeping landscape; instead, it sought out nuance. The countless shades of green on display in early spring make Ojcow feel more like a living watercolor than a forest.

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Discovering Kapliczkowo: A Hidden Gem for Cyclists & Art Lovers

The entrance to Kapliczkowo is a hidden sanctuary in the woods. Handmade shrines and folk carvings create a unique atmosphere.

This open-air sanctuary of wooden shrines and sculptures lies nestled in a quiet forest near Szczercow. It is the life’s work of Bernard Zboinski, a retired colonel. He is also a passionate folk artist. Kapliczkowo has 365 handmade chapels. There is one for each day of the year. The site also features countless wooden sculptures. Kapliczkowo is an artistic and spiritual experience like no other.

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