Gmina Jeleśnia, Administrative division in Żywiec County, Poland
Gmina Jeleśnia is a rural municipality in southern Poland consisting of nine villages connected administratively. The area includes Korbielów, Krzyżowa, and Sopotnia Wielka among its communities.
The area developed from settlements documented in the 16th century under the control of noble families such as the Komorowskis. This early development shaped how the villages were organized.
The municipality carries traditions typical of Lesser Poland, visible in how the villages are built and how local communities organize their daily lives.
The administrative center is located about 10 kilometers southeast of Żywiec with road connections to neighboring municipalities. Exploring the area works best on foot or by car due to its rural setting.
The territory is characterized by forests with protected zones near Pilsko mountain forming part of its landscape. This natural setting is what visitors see when traveling through the area.
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