Babia Góra (Witches' Mountain)

Historical name: Diablak

The highest peak of the Beskids, known for its capricious weather and spectacular sunrises.

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Nature

Municipality
Zawoja
County
suski
Mountain range
Beskid Żywiecki
Verified history

Origin of the name

The name of the mountain derives from the word 'baba' (old woman). In folk tradition, it is associated with witches.

Sources (1)
  • Władysław Krygowski, Beskidy. Beskid Żywiecki i Makowski, 1987, s. 150-151

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