Forest of Massimina
The Forest of Massimina (Italian: Bosco di Massimina), is a forest located in Italy. It is a park that covers an area of about 80,000 square metres (20 acres), located in the Massimina district of Municipio XII in the city of Rome, in central Italy. [1] Parco Bosco di Massimina]—(in English)
It was created in a former quarry site, that was used for gravel extraction for years, on Via Bartolomeo Chesi south of the Via Aurelia ring road in the Malagrotta area. [1]
Restoration
The
The plant species were selected to reestablish the natural environment quickly. Around 1500 new trees were planted on the site, including: 566
Recreation
2 kilometres (1.2 mi) of pathways go through the forest, including a fitness trail. The recreation area has benches, picnic tables, and a children's playground. [1]
See also
- Parks in Rome
- Environmental restoration
- Reforestation topics
- Restoration ecology
References
External links
- YouTube.com: video of Bosco di Massimina
- Repubblica Roma.com: "Malagrotta citizens defend the Woods of Massimina"—(in English)
- Wordpress: Massimina blog homepage—(in English)
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