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We are happy to present a unique booklet "The Adventures of GIGuś the Bebok", which was created for the unveiling of the Bebok figurine in #GIGPIB in Katowice.

What are “Beboks” in Katowice? “Beboks” are a series of small bronze figurines installed throughout the city of Katowice, as attractive symbols of local culture. Each Bebok has its own name, story and personality, and is connected to a specific place or profession.

A Bebok (pronounced beh-bok) is a character from Silesian folklore, a traditional regional culture in southern Poland. In old stories, Beboks were mischievous creatures who were said to scare naughty children into behaving well. In modern interpretations, like in our project, the Bebok has changed from a scary figure into a friendly spirit, a symbol that connects local tradition with modern values of science and sustainability.

GIGuś the Bebok is an ambassador of knowledge and care for nature, combining mining tradition with a vision of clean, green Silesia.

"The Adventures of Bebok GIGuś" booklet was created as part of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the #GIGPIB and fits perfectly into the goals of the RAISING project. Its mission is to inspire the youngest to discover the world of science, develop curiosity and build a responsible attitude towards the environment. Thanks to the booklet children can understand in a simple, fairy-tale way what the Institute does and how mining Silesia has been changing.

See how we tell the youngest about our history!