Mowed meadows in Slovak Paradise create unique ecosystem rivaling rainforest biodiversity

Traditional hand-mowing practices in the Slovak Paradise region have created meadows with extraordinary biodiversity that exceeds that of tropical rainforests, according to a new documentary by filmmaker Vladimír Šifra. The film explores the phenomenon of manual grass cutting in the mountainous region of eastern Slovakia, highlighting how this ancient agricultural technique has produced a unique ecosystem. The Slovak Paradise, known for its dramatic gorges and waterfalls, demonstrates how traditional farming methods can create and maintain exceptional natural habitats that support an unusually high number of plant species in a relatively small area.