Natural phenomenon...
Krka is a river in Croatia which springs out at the western foot of the Dinara mountain, runs for 72 kilometres before flowing into the Adriatic sea near Šibenik in Dalmatia, forming a number of lakes, waterfalls and rapids in a narrow and deep canyon.
The Krka National Park may be reached from Skradin, one of the oldest settlements in Croatia with the status of a town ( 2nd c.BC ).
It was proclaimed a National park in 1985 and covers an area of 14,200 hectares, of which 2,600 hectares are water. The river is a natural and karstic phenomenon. With its 7 travertine waterfalls and a total drop of 242 meters, exceptionally rich and varied flora and fauna, Krka is one of the most interesting rivers in Croatia and Europe.
Eight hundred and sixty species and subspecies of plants have been identified within the territory of the Krka National Park, including several endemic Illyrian-Adriatic species. The abundance of various species of birds ( 222 ) and the structure of the bird communities makes it among the ornithologically most valuable regions of Europe.
There are 18 species of fishes, which are generally endangered or near extinction in the rest of Europe. 10 species are endemic which makes the river Krka a natural landmark of the highest category.
The region of the Krka River abounds in traces of ancient settlements, with numerous historical and cultural features of interest.
The most precious jewels of the Park are the Fransiscan church and monastery ( with its valuable library ) on the island of Visovac, in the Visovac Lake, located in between two of the Park's most beautiful waterfalls - Roski and Skradinski buk.
Visit an area in Dalmatia, rich in shellfish, freshwater fish and saltwater fish or just relax on a sailboat in Marina Skradin, situated in a quiet quay located in a deep cove at the mouth of the river.
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