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    Throughout history, forests in the Mediterranean region have been closely tied to human livelihoods, while being inextricable from local identity and culture. Ecosystem services can include these intangible factors, which are preserved through local knowledge and traditions, protected areas and cultural heritage sites.

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    Sacred forest in Greece
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    From religion to conservation: Greek community guards sacred forest for over...

    Valentino Marini Govigli -
    Sacred forests are wooded areas with spiritual significance for people and rural communities. They represent places of worship and commemorations, where natural...

    Payments for environmental services: what is good practice?

    natural forest expansion on a hill in france

    Growing forests: What benefits does natural forest expansion offer to society?

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