What is Plitvice Lakes famous for?

Plitvice Lakes in Croatia is one of the world’s great natural wonders, a lush and pristine valley with 16 dazzling terraced lakes, 90 waterfalls and several kilometres of boardwalk.

How was Plitvice Lakes National Park created?

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.

Why is Plitvice Lakes that color?

The lakes are continuously changing colour according to the amount of minerals or organisms, as well as the angle of sunlight. The most important ingredient causing the water to turn blue or green is calcium carbonate from limestone rocks.

Why are Plitvice Lakes Blue?

Another element of its beauty people love is the vibrant blue of the water. Again, we have the moss that gets fossilised into rock for this! The type of algae that blooms in the waters of Plitvice releases gases as it grows and decomposes, and when those gases react with the water it shows as a stunning shade of azure.

Why is Plitvice so blue?

The type of algae that blooms in the waters of Plitvice releases gases as it grows and decomposes, and when those gases react with the water it shows as a stunning shade of azure.

Is Plitvice Lakes man made?

The Plitvice Lakes are a combination of biological, ecological, and esthetic uniqueness that changes through permanent biodynamics.

What animals are in Plitvice?

Plitvice Lakes National Park is home to more than 50 mammal species: dormice, shrews, voles, hedgehog, mink, marten, wild boar and others. The latest research has identified 20 species of bats – which live in different habitats, holes and caves, under the bark of trees, in hollows and so on.

How much time do I need in Plitvice?

Plitvice Lakes are reachable on a day trip from Zagreb, Zadar and Split. However, we recommend spending at least one night in the area to allow you to experience everything the park has to offer. With this in mind, plan at least 2 days for visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park.