The Cevennes in southern France is much like a French version of the United States' Appalachians. Unlike the towering, snow-capped Alps to the east, the Cevennes are more like gentle sloping hills and undulating plateaus covered in a blanket of green tree tops. As the Appalachians contrast with the Rockies in their subdued nature, so too do the Cevennes.
This mountain range is an ancient one, dating back millions of years before the Alps were formed. At one time, the peaks were probably similar to those of the more famous Alps but time has eroded these mountains to the elevation they are today. In the center of these mountains is a national park that helps protect this natural wonder from overdevelopment.
The Cevennes Region
The only national park in the French low mountains is the Cevennes National Park and it has become home to a large population of indigenous wildlife. It remains one of the largest protected areas in Europe and research in balanced development is ongoing in the park today. Research into sustainable agriculture may well be increasingly important in years to come.
Because agriculture is strictly regulated in the park, it is possible to see a wide variety of native fauna that is nearly non-existent in neighboring areas. Today, there are almost 2,500 native species in the park. As the forests and moors are allowed to progress in the region, this number may very well increase.
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