Polonyna Psarevka

Did you know that Romanians called Planina and the Poles - the gala? Different countries have different subalpine meadows interesting name. Ukrainian eg call such meadows meadows. And today we will discuss mountain Psarivka.

What to see in the meadow

Near the village Bystrets that Region, spread over a thick green carpet of meadow Psarivka. Shepherds graze here in summer their sheep and cows. At the same meadow is also farm buildings, which locals call stayamy. Stayi In mid-May through September off a bonfire, which cook and process milk. Just imagine what a delicious dish cooked on the wood!

In addition to daily cooking, shepherds collect the cream from the milk, and then on technologies that do not change for centuries, make cheese (cheese from sheep`s milk) and vurda (cheese from sheep`s milk and whey). It is interesting that these cheeses are popular not only in Ukraine but also in the Mediterranean. However, there is a cheese called ricotta or bryuel.

That`s the whole summer is in full swing work. To some this may seem somewhat exotic, but for some hard work. But everyone here feel a connection to past generations and ease the soul that can not be described.

How to get to Psarivka meadows in Carpathians

The shortest way to meadows Psarivka - from Verkhovyna to the village Bystrets. If you are traveling by car - no problem. But the nearest railway station Verkhovyna - Vorokhta. But there is something to see. Fortunately trip!