Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park
Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, National park in central Italy.
Description
Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park is a protected area in the mountains of central Italy, spreading across the Apennines. Dense beech forests cover the slopes, while valleys and high plateaus carve through the terrain between peaks.
History
The area was set aside as a royal hunting reserve in 1872 and received national park status in 1923. The establishment of the protected zone followed growing concern for the preservation of wildlife in the Italian mountains.
Culture
Traditional mountain villages within the park borders maintain their local customs through regional food festivals and seasonal celebrations.
Practical
Marked trails lead through the terrain, with some routes suitable for families and others requiring longer climbs. Visitors find trailheads and information in villages on the edges of the park, especially Pescasseroli.
Did you know?
The protected zone shelters one of the last populations of Marsican brown bears, a subspecies living only in this part of Italy. Hikers rarely see the animals themselves, but can spot traces and signs of their presence along the trails.
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