Actually, I went there to see the place, as it was recommended to me by friends who visit Bieszczady more often than I do. I bought a litre and a half of Strong Ale in a plastic bottle (poured from the tap) for later there. Some gifts, and a small glass of Black IPA. I was very lucky to get there just before closing at 5 pm!
I was riding vacant side roads (50 km in total). Later, I rode to a restaurant for a regional dinner, and then I had a large Black IPA there. So I had to walk my Vado to the guesthouse in Walk mode
On the way back from the brewery to Ustrzyki, I could see several miracles, which I will report in a few days (the Internet is crappy here).
My friend could not make it on time. He messaged me to advice taking both the "Ukrainian" and "Slovak" bike trips. So I cancelled the Lower Beskid hotel booking, and extended my stay in Bieszczady for another day. (After driving for almost 500 km, it has been a good thing to do).
I talked with a co-guest here. He brought his family with him, and his driving was for 700 km. It is true what people are saying: seeing Bieszczady is worth of pain! My last time here was, what, 38 years ago? The area is really secluded. In the past, some people used to find a refuge in Bieszczady (ones who couldn't conform to the society).
Bieszczady Mts are the only area left to Poland after WW2 of the huge land that extended all the way to Romania. The mountains border with Ukraine and Slovakia, magical place!
P.S. I rode out at 6:20 am today, to a large petrol station for breakfast first. Now, I'm heading to the most distant village of Wołosate that is located high and is the farthest corner of Poland (separated from Ukraine by mountain range). A long trip upwards, I hope I can make it! Note: It is terribly cold here.
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A Ruthenian Uniate church in Równia. Uniates are Greek Orthodox who united with the Catholic Church while they can practice their own rites. The faith is specific to the historical Poland-Lithuanian Commonwealth of past ages.
I can't understand that idiom!