Dunkowa

Dunkowa is a small village located in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland. It is situated within the administrative district of Gmina Krościenko nad Dunajcem, in Nowy Targ County. The village lies approximately 5 kilometers (3 miles) southeast of Krościenko nad Dunajcem, 22 kilometers (14 miles) east of Nowy Targ, and 81 kilometers (50 miles) south of the regional capital, Kraków. Dunkowa is primarily a rural community characterized by its mountainous terrain and traditional agricultural practices. The village is often associated with the Pieniny National Park and the Dunajec River Gorge, making it a point of interest for tourists interested in hiking and rafting. The economy of Dunkowa is largely based on agriculture, tourism, and small-scale local businesses. Population estimates are typically in the low hundreds.