Kozubnik, Mountain hamlet in Porąbka, Poland.
Kozubnik is a mountain hamlet in the Porąbka area, nestled in a highland landscape among forest and sloping terrain. The settlement occupies a location in southern Poland with natural watercourses running through the surrounding terrain.
The settlement was built between 1968 and 1970 as a resort complex for industrial workers by a metallurgical company from Katowice. It represented a period when state enterprises invested in recreational facilities for their employees.
The settlement displays traditional mountain building styles and shows how industrial workers spent their leisure time during Poland's socialist era. The houses and structures reflect a distinctive period in Polish everyday life.
The settlement can be reached by regional roads connecting to the broader road network in the area. The nearest major airport is located several tens of kilometers away and serves as the main entry point for visitors arriving by air.
The settlement had its own independent utility system, including water supply and sewage treatment powered by two diesel generators rated at 400 kilowatts each. This self-contained infrastructure allowed the facility to operate without relying on external systems.
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