Тъмната гора

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Тъмната гора, Protected forest reserve in Western Rhodopes, Bulgaria

The reserve spans 32 hectares between 1400 and 1600 meters altitude, characterized by centuries-old silver fir, beech, and spruce trees reaching 50 meters in height.

The Bulgarian Council of Ministers established Tamna Gora Reserve in 1948 to protect the old-growth forests, known as Karaorman until July 1989.

Scientists have documented 92 plant species within the reserve, including 10 species with protected status and two rare varieties listed in the Bulgarian Red Book.

Access to the reserve near Kovachevitsa village requires following marked paths to maintain the natural environment and protect the diverse ecosystem.

The forest contains 119 vertebrate species, including 74 bird species, 33 mammal species, and numerous invertebrates within its Mediterranean mountain climate.

GPS coordinates: 41.68333,23.83333

Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:16

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