There are eight national parks in Croatia: Brijuni islands, Kornati islands, the Krka river, the island of Mljet, Paklenica gorge, Plitvice Lakes, Risnjak mountain and North Velebit mountain.
The most popular among them is Plitvice Lakes which is unique and fascinating natural phenomenon. It is situated on the foot of Lika and Kordun, between the mountains of Mala Kapela and Licka Pljesevica, along the road that connects Zagreb with Dalmatia.
Plitvica Lakes represent a phenomenon of karst hydrography. A large number of caves and pits are located in the area of this park.
There are sixteen lakes in crystal blue and green colors which are connected by cascades and sparkling waterfalls. The highest waterfall in Croatia is located in this beautiful park. It is 78 meters high waterfall Veliki Slap.
The lakes are divided into upper and lower lakes. The upper lakes are surrounded by dense forest and connected by numerous waterfalls. The lower lakes are smaller and shallow with less vegetation.
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