The series “The Dogs’ Hill,” available on Netflix, attracts attention not only with its intriguing plot, but also with the picturesque locations where it was filmed. Pilichowice, Lwówek Śląski, Gryfów Śląski and the Colored Lakes provide the backdrop for this gripping story.
The series focuses on an enigmatic murder, missing people, ghosts from the past and corruption in the small town of Zybork. The main character, a successful writer, returns to his hometown to confront the tragic events that took place many years earlier. The subject matter is deeply rooted in local culture and history. The production undoubtedly deserves attention and is already available on Netflix.
The Colored Lakes: The Geological Face of the Janowice Mountains
The Colored Lakes are a natural phenomenon that attracts nature lovers and tourists. They consist of four ponds with different colors, resulting from the former extraction of minerals and rocks in the 18th century. After mining ended, the area was flooded with water, beginning a process in which the water took on different hues depending on the mineral composition of the surrounding rocks.
Blue Lake, one of these extraordinary bodies of water, lies below the impressive Mnichy, on the slope of Wielka Kopa. Situated at an elevation of approximately 635 meters above sea level, in the shallow valley of the Mienica stream, it is small but delights visitors with its charming shape and surroundings. The oval lake, no more than 50 meters in diameter, forms an integral part of a larger, extensive excavation approximately 400 meters long.
Blue Lake stands out for its dense vegetation on its steep banks. Combined with Purple Lake, whose surroundings have sparse flora, this creates a fascinating contrast. The color of the water, caused by algae developing in a clean and well-lit environment, emphasizes the unique character of this place.
The history of Blue Lake dates back to the mid-18th century, when pyrite extraction began. Once the site of the “Nowe Szczęście” mine, it gained importance as a source of raw materials, including copper and iron sulfates as well as sulfuric acid. However, over the years, low mining profitability and the gradual depletion of the deposits led to the mine’s closure in 1902.
The Colored Lakes and Blue Lake are not only geological features of the region, but also testimony to its history and exceptional beauty. Their picturesque landscape and unique natural phenomena make them places worthy of special attention from both researchers and tourists.
The Pilchowice Dam – A Testament to Engineering and Tourism Development
The village of Pilchowice, located in the picturesque Bóbr Valley, is home to the largest stone dam in Poland. Its construction, carried out from 1904 to 1912, was a response to the need to protect the local community from floods that had threatened settlements along the river in the past. The dam’s impressive dimensions—69 meters high and with a crest 270 meters wide—not only emphasize its monumental scale, but also the intensity of the engineering work required to build it.
The reservoir created by the dam, covering 240 hectares and holding 50 million cubic meters, became not only a protective feature but also a new recreational destination. In recent years, water tourism has developed dynamically in the region, attracting water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. It is worth noting that the Bóbr Valley railway line built alongside the dam, although currently inactive, also contributed to the development of tourism infrastructure.