Cisy [ˈt͡ɕisɨ] is a village in the administrative district of Gmina Narew, within Hajnówka County, Podlaskie Voivodeship, in north-eastern Poland.[1] It lies approximately 7 kilometres (4 mi) north-east of Narew, 26 km (16 mi) north of Hajnówka, and 32 km (20 mi) south-east of the regional capital Białystok.
Cisy | |
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Age-old votive crosses in the semi-deserted village of Cisy | |
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Coordinates: 52°57′54″N 23°33′56″E | |
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Voivodeship | Podlaskie |
County | Hajnówka |
Gmina | Narew |
Population | 20 |
The village has a population of 20. The most famous family to have originated from here are the Szelemej's. Founded by an unknown patriarchal Szelemej from Liski; Ivan, Dmytro, Hryhory, Ihor, and Pavlo Szelemej are the successors of the dynasty. Having been displaced after Operation Wisla initially, their legacy now continues in Winnipeg, Canada.
Gmina Narew | ||
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