Bukowsko

The Bukowsko Commune, located in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, within the Sanok County, has its administrative seat in the village of Bukowsko. It covers an area of 138.2 km², of which 53% is agricultural land and 36% is forest land. According to data from June 30, 2004, the commune was inhabited by 5,198 people. The commune is known for the activities of socio-cultural organizations, such as the Society of Friends of the Bukowsko Land and the Folk Band "Bukowianie." Religious communities include the Evangelical Pentecostal Community and several Roman Catholic parishes. A significant event is the nationwide "Bukowskie Prezentacje" Festival, and the commune was honored with the "Laurel of Resourcefulness" award at a gala in Warsaw in 2010. In terms of tourism, the commune offers educational paths and hiking trails, including the Main Beskid Trail. There are also ski lifts and agritourism facilities. In a historical context, the Bukowsko Commune has a rich and difficult history; in 1898, it had 25,642 inhabitants. After World War II, it was the site of brutal attacks by the UPA, which burned down many houses, dramatically affecting the region's demographics. As a result of these events, a significant portion of the inhabitants left the commune. An interesting fact is the wind farm under construction since 2009 on Wyszylas Mountain. The commune borders the communes of Komańcza, Rymanów, Sanok, Zagórz, and Zarszyn, and also has partnerships with communes in France and Slovakia. Within the commune, there are numerous villages, including Bukowsko, Dudyńce, Karlików, and others. The commune continues its cultural traditions and supports the local community through various initiatives.