Cisy Raciborskiego, Natural monument in Harbutowice, Poland.
Raciborski-Eiben are two ancient yew trees standing on a northwestern slope of Babica Mountain in Harbutowice. A male and a female tree grow side by side, forming a natural pair that has persisted through the centuries.
Professor Marian Raciborski first described these trees scientifically and gave them his name. Since 1934 they have been under legal protection and recognized internationally as natural monuments.
These yew trees hold a special place in local memory as ancient sentinels of the landscape, drawing those curious about the deepest roots of the place. Their presence shapes how people experience this quiet corner of the hillside.
The site is accessible on foot through marked paths in Harbutowice village, and information boards explain the protected area on location. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes, as the slope can be steep and paths uneven.
The wood of these trees is unusually dense and deep reddish-brown, with a natural resistance to decay that has preserved it for thousands of years. This quality makes them an example of nature's durability.
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