UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 1979
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Overview
The waters flowing over the limestone and chalk have, over thousands of years, deposited travertine barriers, creating natural dams which in turn have created a series of beautiful lakes, caves and waterfalls. These geological processes continue today. The forests in the park are home to bears, wolves and many rare bird species.
About Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the oldest and largest national parks in Croatia. In 1979, Plitvice Lakes National Park was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, for its outstanding and picturesque series of tufa lakes, caves, and connected waterfalls.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
(vii)(viii)(ix)
Components(1 location)
Details
- Countries
- Croatia
- ISO Codes
- HR
- Area
- 29,581.71 ha
- Coordinates
- 44.8778, 15.6144
Stay Nearby
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Attractions & Tickets
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Getting Here
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Nearby Points of Interest
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Krčingrad
Castle73m
★★★★★ UNESCO World Heritage
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Krčingrad
Castle73m
★★★★★ UNESCO World Heritage
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Mrsinjgrad
Castle15.0km
★★★★★ UNESCO World Heritage
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Stari grad Drežnik
Castle8.4km
★★★★★ Major Landmark
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Stari grad Drežnik
Castle8.4km
★★★★★ Major Landmark
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Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera
National Park6.1km
★★★★ Major Landmark
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Galovački buk
Waterfall504m
★★★★ Significant Site
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Nacionalni park Plitvička jezera
Historic Building637m
★★★★ Significant Site
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Špilja Šupljara
Cave2.5km
★★★★ Significant Site