How the Jodłówka Manor reflects the Białowieża region’s dramatic 20th century history
Hidden in a glade on the outskirts of Białowieża Forest stands a piece of local heritage: a charming abandoned manor whose history is deeply intertwined with the region’s dramatic 20th century. Here follows its story. The manor’s origins The historical landscape in which the manor lies befits the tale. Here a Polish-Belarusian civilisation lives amongst […]
The tree communities of Białowieża Forest
As you pass through the ancient woods, take care to note how the scene changes: even a short walk can take you through several different forest types. Europe has transformed most forests so as to maximise their profitability – draining their soils, logging their trees, and planting monocultures of fast-growing conifers. By contrast, Białowieża has […]