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Le Cesine Nature Reserve

Le Cesine Nature Reserve

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Le Cesine Nature Reserve

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Riserva Naturale Statale di Popolamento Animale Le Cesine

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Location: Vernole, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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ellierob

October 29, 2023

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The oasis is protected by the WWF and covers over 350 hectares of marshes and wetlands. The type of habitat makes it an ideal place for many species of migratory water birds to stop. Other animals also reside, including reptiles and amphibians, and wolves and wild boars have recently been reintroduced.

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Tomás Bryl

October 31, 2023

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Le Cesine is a nature reserve covering an area of 348 hectares. It was built on part of former swampy and marshy freshwater areas stretching from Brindisi in the north …

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Tomás Bryl

October 31, 2023

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The main avenue leads through Le Cesine and descent into the reserve is only allowed with an authorized guide. The escapade into the interior lasts about 2 hours.

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Acaya Castle – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Martano

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Specchia Ruggeri Tower – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Masseria Visciglito

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