Silver 500 Sk commemorative coin
with the motif of the protection of nature - Slovensky Raj National
Park
Slovakia is a country rich in natural beauty. In spite of its
relatively small size, all types of surface relief are found on its
territory, from flat plains to high mountains. Many natural
formations and areas have been declared as protected areas because
of their especial value. There are five national parks and several
protected landscape areas.
Slovensky Raj (the Slovak Paradise) was declared as protected
landscape area in 1964, and a national park in 1988, because of its
unique natural beauty. The landscape is characterized by imposing
canyons, deep gorges and ravines, a multitude of waterfalls and a
wealth of caves and chasms. There are 180 caves in the park, of
which only the Dobsina Ice Cave is accessible to the public. The
gorge of the River Hornad is of outstanding natural beauty. The
national park, including protected areas, covers an area of 32,764
ha, of which 90% is covered by woodland. It is notable for its
variety of flora and fauna.
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