Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

 A UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia. It is known for its stunning lakes and waterfalls, encircled by verdant forests and wildlife. The park is located close to the Bosnia and Herzegovina border in central Croatia's mountainous region.

 Sixteen interconnected lakes that are separated into Upper Lakes and Lower Lakes make up the park. The lakes' crystal-clear water is turquoise in hue but can also be blue or green depending on the angle of the sun and the minerals present.

Visitors can explore the park by taking a boat ride over the lakes or hiking on the wooden walkways arranged over the lakes and waterfalls. Also, a number of hiking trails offer panoramic views of the park as they wind through the adjacent hills and wooded areas.

The park is home to numerous animal species, including brown bears, wolves, lynx, and different bird species. Two more threatened species that are safeguarded in the park are the European brown bear and the Eurasian lynx.

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is a popular tourist destination, drawing in millions of visitors annually.. Visitors must adhere to severe restrictions and regulations, such as keeping on designated trails and not littering, to protect the park's ecological and natural beauty.