National park Paklenica
Autochthonous forests of Black Pine
Distinctive canyons
It covers the area of torrent flows of Velika Paklenica and Mala Paklenica.Due to its unique natural features, magnificent forests and extraordinary geomorphologic structures, the area of Velika and Mala Paklenica was proclaimed a national park in 1949.
The main reason for proclaiming this area a national park was the protection of the largest and best preserved forest complex in the territory of Dalmatia, which was threatened by overexploitation. The Paklenica National Park stretches on the area of 95 km2, and includes the highest peaks of the Velebit Mountain - Vaganski vrh (1752 m a.s.l.) and Sveto brdo (1753 m a.s.l.).
Meaning of Paklenica
The name Paklenica probably derives from Black Pine sap called “paklina”, which the locals used in traditional medicine.
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Intact nature
The relatively small area has an abundance of geomorphological phenomena and forms, diverse flora and fauna, attractive landscapes and intact nature.
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