Cultural Changes in Poland's Tatra Mountains

Abstract

The Corals of Rocky Podhale inhabit the foothills of the Tatra Mountains which lie along the southern fringes of Poland. This ethnic sub-group has its own dialect, typical occupations, characteristic folk songs, dances, attire and architecture. Profound changes in its cultural development, which started in the mid-19th century, are still evident and continue to take place. In this study, these processes are analyzed in time and within the specific physical environment in which they are occurring.