Home To 16 Cascading Lakes & Over 90 Waterfalls, Plitvice Lakes National Park In Croatia Is Unrealistically Beautiful

by Mallika Khurana
Home To 16 Cascading Lakes & Over 90 Waterfalls, Plitvice Lakes National Park In Croatia Is Unrealistically Beautiful

Eastern Europe’s Balkan region is incredibly stunning. The peninsular region is gorgeous and well worth a visit because of its amazing landforms and a vast Adriatic sea surrounding the expansive shoreline. Croatia’s islands and diverse landscapes are among the top tourist destinations in Europe. The oldest and busiest national park is Plitvice Lakes National Park, located in central Croatia. Another reason to visit this place for those who are planning trips to this stunning country in Europe is its favourable Mediterranean climate near Croatia’s coast.

Plitvice Lakes National Park Has A Vast Stretch Of Lakes

Lakes
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The national park covers a large part of the forested area and occupies about 300 km square. The broad stretch of lakes and surrounding landscapes at Plitvice Lakes are its most distinctive features. It’s fascinating to note that the vast network of 16 lakes, neatly connected by almost the same number of waterfalls, dominates the area of the national park. The turquoise water in the tumbling water features is said to be mineral-rich and has therapeutic properties.

Views of water seeping through cut rocks that have taken distinctive shapes over time due to constant water flow may be found all around. A large colony of butterflies can be seen drifting over the wooden footbridges that cross the lakes in the national park region, which is noted for its incredible biodiversity.

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The Beautiful Site Has A Lot To Offer

A Stretch Of Lakes
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Plitvice Lakes National Park is extremely popular for its beautiful waterfalls and lake system. But there are also plenty of other things to do if you want to make the most of your trip. There are many things to do in the national park area, from entertaining pastimes to adventurous ones. The most well-liked recreational activities are hiking, lake tours, skiing, cycling, and sledging.

Best Time Of The Year To Visit

April through May and September through October are the best times to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park. The weather is pleasant and ideal for a day trip. It is best to schedule a park visit for the early morning (7 am to 10 am). Seasonal variations affect the park’s closing time. 

Where: Central Croatia

Timings: 7 AM – 8 PM

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