Solina

The Solina Commune, located in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, in Lesko County, was established on February 1, 1977, in the Krosno Voivodeship, with its seat in Polańczyk, designated as such since December 30, 1999. The commune covers an area of 184.25 km², predominantly forested (54%) and agricultural land (22%). According to data from 2007, the commune was home to 5,105 people. Solina Commune was formed by merging units from other communes and has undergone various administrative changes over the years, including incorporation into Bieszczady County and the reactivated Lesko County in 2002. A significant event in the commune's history was the establishment of the private Dolina Ruchlinu-Horodek airstrip in 2013. The commune is rich in traditions and local culture, and its villages, such as Polańczyk, Wołkowyja, and Werlas, offer residents and tourists a variety of attractions. The area also boasts natural beauties like Solina Lake, which attracts visitors with its picturesque scenery and recreational opportunities. The commune features architectural diversity, with traditional wooden houses and modern tourist facilities. It borders communes such as Baligród, Cisna, Czarna, Lesko, Olszanica, and Ustrzyki Dolne, making it an attractive destination for tourists seeking to explore the beauty and richness of the Bieszczady Mountains. Solina Commune, with its unique blend of natural assets, cultural traditions, and administrative history, is an interesting subject for research and an appealing location for nature and history enthusiasts.