Great Dismal Swamp
In the state of Virginia, which belongs to America, there is a real swampy place known as the Great Gloomy Swamp. This mysterious area, which is completely flooded with stagnant water, is located between the Atlantic coast and the foot of a mountain range. This wilderness area is a nature reserve and is protected by the state. The total area of the Great Gloomy Swamp is 500 km2.
As it should be, these wild mysterious lands are richly endowed with various stories and legends. A long time ago, this territory was in the possession of an Indian tribe. But during the mass colonization of North America, the local settlements were destroyed, and those who survived had to move far into the wilderness. There is a belief that since that time, the spirit of the people who died roams the swampy area. This is the reason why sometimes strange things happen here. Some people believe in these myths, and some do not take into account, but the heartwarming stories about the One-Eyed Indian, as well as the Black Woodcutter, which the local guides tell tourists, listen to everything without interrupting. Despite some mystery, as well as fears, everyone who has visited this place will certainly recommend it to their loved ones.
The climate where the Great Gloomy Swamp is located is subtropical, characterized by hot but humid summers, as well as rainy winter days. Weather conditions are the main reason for the spill of local waters over a vast area.
Huge trees growing out of the water, which are endowed with some kind of magical power, look amazing. Cypresses, pines, and maples predominate among them. In the swamp, even in broad daylight, there is a semi-darkness that paints an extraordinarily mysterious landscape. There are always a lot of birds here: pelicans fly, herons roam carelessly, and wild ducks prowl. This place is also home to a variety of frogs, otters and snakes. The surface of the water is covered with a layer of green algae, which are intertwined with their roots near the coast. The natural landscape is complemented by the black trunks of fallen trees.
On land, it is easy to get into danger, because the pits and various trails, which are easily dragged out, are covered by deceptive grass and mosses. The animals of the local forest have long been accustomed to such conditions, they are careful not to be trapped in nature.
It is very easy for a traveler who has no experience in such places to get lost. But the local rangers who lead the tour of the swampy area will definitely choose the right, safe path.
