Fir of Hotova-Dangëlli is a national park in southern
Albania, in the region of Frashër, 35 km north-east of Përmet. The park has an
area of 34,361 hectares and is known as the natural lungs of Southern
Albania.It takes its name from the Hotova Fir which is considered one of the
most important Mediterranean plant relics of the country.
With a coverage area of 34,361 hectares consisting mainly
of Bulgarian Fir, the area was declared a national park by the Albanian
Government on January 15, 1996 and is under the jurisdiction of the Permet
District Forest Service, and National Agency of Protected Areas of Albania .The
area is by far the most protected forest massif in Albania, successfully
resisting any damage or deforestation by man.
The impressive view of the park can be seen from Lumica
Valley entrance up to Kokojka Mt summit. At the height of 800-1000 meters,
there are vast meadows surrounded by centuries-old large trees forming a giant
greenbelt. In the winter, visitors can appreciate the snow blanket covering the
firs, and in the summer the abundance of fresh air away as an escape from the
Albanian summer heat. Note that as of 2015, the road leading to the park from
SH75 in Piskova is unpaved and requires a 4x4. There are no food facilities in
the park, though food can be brought or ordered at nearby villages. Water can
be secured from fresh water fountains located on the roadside along the way.Source:-wikipedia
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