Biała Woda, Rural village in Gmina Szczawnica, Poland
Biała Woda is a small village located in Gmina Szczawnica in the Małopolskie region of southern Poland. The settlement sits in hilly terrain surrounded by forests and grassland typical of the Carpathian foothills.
The village developed as a farming settlement within Gmina Szczawnica during the formation of regional administrative areas. It has remained primarily agricultural for generations, serving local communities in the foothills.
The residents of Biała Woda maintain traditional agricultural practices that reflect the enduring rural customs of southern Polish communities.
The village is reachable from the nearby town of Szczawnica by regional bus or car, which are the most practical options. Spring through autumn offers the most comfortable conditions for exploring the surrounding trails and countryside.
The name translates to White Water, referring to the clear mountain streams that flow through the area. These waterways remain a defining feature of the landscape today.
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