Szachownica, Cave entrance in Wieluń Upland, Poland
Szachownica is a cave entrance in the Wieluń Upland and leads to a limestone cave system with multiple chambers and passages. The cavities developed through natural erosion processes over a long period.
The site was known for limestone quarrying for a long time until the cave was discovered in 1962. Following this discovery, the area was protected and established as a nature reserve.
The name Szachownica comes from the word 'chessboard' and refers to the geometric patterns visible in the rock formations inside. Visitors can observe these characteristic structures in the limestone surfaces that define the site's appearance.
Access to the cave is limited to protect the bat population and is only allowed for visitor groups with special permission. It is important to arrange a visit beforehand and follow the necessary precautions.
The cave provides shelter for more than 2000 bats of about 11 different species. This makes it one of Poland's most important winter refuges for these animals.
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