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Lithuania's Dzūkija National Park: A Global Hub for Mushroom Foraging

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Lithuania's Dzūkija National Park: A Global Hub for Mushroom Foraging

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  • Dzūkija National Park in Lithuania is renowned for its unique mushroom foraging culture, driven by the local custom of "nugrybauti," meaning getting lost while hunting for mushrooms.
  • The park is home to approximately 300 varieties of edible mushrooms, drawing mycophiles from around the globe, eager to explore its rich natural resources.
  • Historically, mushroom gathering contributed significantly to the local economy, with remnants of a once-thriving mushroom trade still evident in nearby villages.
  • The area promotes eco-tourism, with locals offering guided foraging tours that enable visitors to learn safe mushroom hunting techniques and appreciate the region's cultural heritage.
  • Thanks to Lithuania's "Right to Roam" laws, the public is allowed to forage mushrooms freely in most areas, maintaining an integral part of the local identity.

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