Croatia
Plitvice National Park


This is Croatia's most popular tourist attraction and was granted UNESCO World Heritage Status in 1979.

Signs?

Before we entered the park there were many signs scattered around informing us of the rules and regulations. This reminded me of the sign at the Diana memorial in Hyde Park which also made me feel restricted. The signs in the National Park were also very confusing as the symbols were unclear in what they were trying to communicate.

The topography of the park was hilly and the walk was dominantly downhill (as the sign shows below), which created opportunities on the upper levels to look down at some spectacular views. The park was very water orientated and consisted of long winding pathways built over lakes and streams with waterfalls in the distance. This was very effective as it made you feel close to nature.

The park also provided an environment that allowed for a wide variety of wildlife including many fish and ducks.