7 Studies on, the Use and Protection of Springs in Poland
129
Fig. 7.12 The spring of Love in the Pr˛ adnik valley, at the Kraków-Cz˛ estochowa Upland (Region
VIII; cf. Fig. 7.7) – photo P. Jokiel
obtained as a very pure, liquefied gas, highly sought after by Polish manufacturers
of table waters and …carbon dioxide extinguishers.
Religious cult sites. The springs are frequently associated with the symbolism of
water perceived as a foundation for the development of life. In Poland, these springs
which in the consciousness of generations have been perceived as locations where
healing waters flow, are places of special worship (Fig. 7.13). Cases of miraculous
healing are frequently attributed to the water from the springs. This concerns, in
particular, outflow points located at religious cult sites. Such springs are usually
perceived as miraculous, or even holy. The healing role of these sites and waters is,
of course, disputable; however, chemically and bacteriologically pure spring water
always has a beneficial influence on humans – it refreshes and purifies the body,
brings relief in some disorders, and heals minor infections in some cases. In Łód´ z, or
more precisely, in the Łagiewnicki Forest, thoroughly restored and well maintained
129
Fig. 7.12 The spring of Love in the Pr˛ adnik valley, at the Kraków-Cz˛ estochowa Upland (Region
VIII; cf. Fig. 7.7) – photo P. Jokiel
obtained as a very pure, liquefied gas, highly sought after by Polish manufacturers
of table waters and …carbon dioxide extinguishers.
Religious cult sites. The springs are frequently associated with the symbolism of
water perceived as a foundation for the development of life. In Poland, these springs
which in the consciousness of generations have been perceived as locations where
healing waters flow, are places of special worship (Fig. 7.13). Cases of miraculous
healing are frequently attributed to the water from the springs. This concerns, in
particular, outflow points located at religious cult sites. Such springs are usually
perceived as miraculous, or even holy. The healing role of these sites and waters is,
of course, disputable; however, chemically and bacteriologically pure spring water
always has a beneficial influence on humans – it refreshes and purifies the body,
brings relief in some disorders, and heals minor infections in some cases. In Łód´ z, or
more precisely, in the Łagiewnicki Forest, thoroughly restored and well maintained