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Plitvice Lakes

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Plitvice Lakes

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Plitvice Lakes represent the most famous national park in Croatia and one of the most impressive natural areas in Europe. A system of sixteen interconnected lakes, numerous waterfalls, and wooden walkways allows visitors to explore a unique landscape formed by natural processes over thousands of years. Thanks to its exceptional beauty and preserved nature, the park is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts visitors throughout the entire year.

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Veliki Slap

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Veliki Slap, standing 78 meters tall, is the largest waterfall in Croatia and one of the most impressive natural attractions in the Balkans. It is formed by the Plitvica River, which plunges into the canyon below the Upper Lakes. It is visible from several observation platforms within the park. The largest waterfall is reached via a trail that also opens up a viewpoint directly above the waterfall itself, from where the entire cascade system comes into view.

Plitvice Lakes — Entrance 2 (Lower Lakes)

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Entrance 2 leads to the Lower Lakes, the part of the park known for its turquoise lakes connected by wooden walkways and small bridges over the water. This area features some of the most famous views of Plitvice Lakes, including viewpoints, hiking trails, and approaches to the Great Waterfall.

Kozjak Lake

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Kozjak Lake

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Kozjak is the largest and deepest lake in the park (covering approximately 82 ha, with a depth of up to 46 m) and forms the natural boundary between the Upper and Lower Lakes. Shortcuts between the two parts of the park are organized by boat sailing across this lake. The calm turquoise surface of the lake, surrounded by forest, leaves a powerful impression.

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Rastoke

A historic settlement at the confluence of the Slunjčica and Korana rivers, known for its traditional watermills and houses built alongside waterfalls and waterways.

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Lički škripavac

A soft cow's milk cheese without a rind that characteristically squeaks between the teeth when eaten. It carries a protected designation of geographical origin, and the protected area includes the municipality of Plitvička jezera.

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