Editorial photo #12574243 Human Interest

I Giganti Della Sila Amid The Ancient Trees In The Sila National Park

The Sila Giant is an ancient woodland in the center of the Calabria region that preserves 58 examples of larch pine trees, which are estimated to be over 350 years old. These pines are an endemic species in the Calabrian territory, and their impressive dimensions make them famous. (Photo by Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12574243
Date taken: 22 July 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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