European Day of Parks May 24, 2026

The European Day of Parks celebrates protected areas across the continent, marking the creation of Europe"s first national parks in 1909. It serves as a reminder that many of today"s most iconic landscapes exist because of long-term conservation efforts. Today"s image highlights a prime example of this legacy: Tre Cime Nature Park in northern Italy.

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