Parco naturale dell'Alta Val Sesia e dell'Alta Val Strona, Regional park in Province of Vercelli, Italy.
This regional park spreads across mountain ridges and valleys in two provinces, encompassing forests, meadows, and streams with varied habitats at different elevations. The protected area ranges from lower valleys to high peaks, showing changing vegetation as the landscape rises.
The area first gained protection status in 1979 as a nature reserve, establishing its conservation role early on. In 2009, it officially became a regional park following local government efforts to expand and formalize the protected territory.
The towns nearby practice traditional crafts and hold local festivals tied to mountain life and heritage. Varallo, situated close by, features the Sacro Monte complex from the Renaissance with deep religious meaning for the area.
The park has several entry points connected by a broad network of marked paths for visitors to explore year-round. Different routes and difficulty levels suit various fitness levels and seasonal conditions throughout the seasons.
The park sits above remnants of an ancient supervolcano, making it a location of geological importance for research and mineral study. The rocks and minerals found here draw scientists and collectors interested in understanding how such formations developed.
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