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Topic: Paklenica


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  Paklenica - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Paklenica karst river canyon is one of the Croatian national parks.
Near the entrance into the Velika Paklenica there is an artificial basement/cave complex that had been built for Josip Broz Tito during the tension between Yugoslavia and the USSR in the late 1940s and early 1950s.
Paklenica is also well known for the rock-climbing throughout the whole year.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Paklenica   (269 words)

  
 PAKLENICA CANYON  |NATURE PARK | CROATIA YACHT CHARTER | General INFO -Islands SILBA & OLIB | Suggested ...
Paklenica along with a number of other areas was designated a national park in 1928 but, unfortunately, on the basis of an inadequate law with only temporary validity.
Paklenica is only a small part of Croatia's most interesting mountain range of Velebit mountain, but it is one of the most distinctive and richest in natural beauty and interest.
Paklenica’s rich flora and fauna (with many endemic species, such as griffon vulture), its karstic relief (with the so-called Manita Pec) and numerous sports activities (such as mountain climbing, free-climbing, hiking, trekking, horseback riding and bird watching) are attracting an increasing number of tourists.
www.ldnbglobal.com /paklenica.htm   (656 words)

  
 National Park Sjeverni Velebit - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is covers 109 km² of the northern section of the Velebit mountain, the largest mountain in Croatia, the whole of which is a nature park, a lesser category of nature conservation.
Another national park on Velebit is the Paklenica on its southern side.
Brijuni • Kornati • Krka • Mljet • Paklenica • Plitvice Lakes • Risnjak • Sjeverni Velebit
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/National_Park_Sjeverni_Velebit   (162 words)

  
 Paklenica National park
Paklenica is the common name of two canyons (Velika and Mala Paklenica) with 400m high cliffs, rising from the sea to the highest peaks and stretching vertically on the direction of the mountain.
On the touching point of the sea and the mountain, in vertically cut in and deep canyons of a foothill valley tracing the line of the main ridge of Velebit, there are numerous interesting and extraordinary natural phenomena.
Nowadays, National Park Paklenica is one of the most attractive natural, scientific and touristic areas in north-eastern Mediterranean.
www.nik.hr /eng/riviera/paklenica.asp   (158 words)

  
 dalmacija.net - Dalmatia ::: Attractions / National Parks
The Paklenica National Park is located on the southern slopes of the Velebit massif, immediately below its highest peak (Vaganski vrh or peak, 1758 m).
Paklenica is a particularly interesting part of Velebit by reason of its richness of natural beauties, its karst phenomena, its water features and abundance of flora and fauna; in 1949 it was proclaimed a national park.
A special richness is given to the karst of Paklenica by the subterranean natural beauties of the many caverns and pot-holes (Manita pea, Jama vodarica and others).
dalmacija.net /site/articles/articleshow.php?id=41   (2210 words)

  
 National park Paklenica - Ferienwohnungen, Ferienhaus, Unterkunft, Urlaub, Reisen, Pension
Paklenica is just one small part of Croatia´s most fascinating mountain, Velebit, yet it is one of the most important and the richest in natural characteristics.
Throughout Velika Paklenica flows a 10km long stream and the steep sides of the canyons are as high as 400m.
Starigrad-Paklenica is a town and harbour on the coast of the Velebit Canal, and its backdrop is the National Park Paklenica.
www.travel-tourist.com /paklenica_de.htm   (368 words)

  
 Lika-Senj County - a constant attraction - Lika - Podgorje - Gacka - Pag
The entry to the canyons of Mala and Velika Paklenica (Small and Large Paklenica) are truly a phenomenon due to their geological and hydrological particularities, the abundant karst, and the wealth of flora and fauna.
Certainly the most frequented trail is the one leading from the reception area through the Velika Paklenica Canyon to the Paklenica Mountain Hut (about a 2 hour walk).
The canyon of Velika Paklenica, especially the peak Anica Kuk, is the famous climbing zone where up to now more than a thousand climbing championships have been organized.
www.lickosenjska.com /index.en.php?page=paklenica   (235 words)

  
 National Parks - Paklenica - Croatia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
Paklenica National Park is one of the most attractive natural phenomena in Croatia.
Paklenica is a challenge to numerous mountaineers and has become worldwide known mountaineering attraction.
It is situated in the south-eastern part of the Velebit littoral slope, close to Starigrad.
www.croatica.net /2/nparkovi/nparkovi(5).asp   (158 words)

  
 Paklenica - Croatian National Tourist Board   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
PAKLENICA, includes the most attractive parts of southern Velebit, including its highest peaks.
Two impressive canyons of Velika and Mala Paklenica, vertically cut into the mountain from the sea to the peaks are the main attraction of the park.
In a relatively small area of the national park, there are several unusual carst forms, several caves, and extremely rich and varied flora and fauna.
www.croatia.hr /English/Destinacije/Destinacija.aspx?idDestination=4873   (106 words)

  
 Climbing.NL: Speed climbing Packlenica
The Paklenica forest, with its gorges of Velika and Mala Paklenica, is an area of special natural beauty and scientific importance.
In the pre-war period Paklenica was therefore an important meeting place for climbers from all over the world.
The Paklenica National Park Direction will provide for all competitors free camping and one warm meal daily during the competition, and will award a prize for the best climbers as well: a 7-days holiday for two persons with half-board in one of the hotels on the Paklenica Riviera.
www.climbing.nl /nieuws/paklenica.html   (352 words)

  
 Apartments Kreso - NP Paklenica
The national park Paklenica is situated in a relatively small area of about 95 square kilometers, from the Adriatic coast up to the highest peaks of Velebit.
Canyons are vertically cut into the massive of the Velebit mountain in the lenght of 14 and 12 kilometers.
The Paklenica national park is the most important alpinist centre known beyond boarders of Croatia.
www.inet.hr /~kkrznari/npp_en.html   (237 words)

  
 Great Vacation Destinations - Starigrad
Paklenica is one of four Croatian National Parks in this region.
And Paklenica is the natural habitat for many flora species seen no other place in the world.
On the way up (or down) the mountain, please be sure to avail yourself of some of the fabulous spring water out of the stream trailing along the track.
www.eestop.com   (378 words)

  
 Attractive excursions - Kornati, Paklenica, pension Marta Sekula
Attractive excursions - Kornati, Paklenica, pension Marta Sekula
Situated in the peaceful and picturesque bay just in front of the beautiful beach surrounded by rich trees of pines and palms, the villa MARTA offers you the comfortable rooms with terraces full of smelling flowers with a magnificent view to the sea and islands as well as the excellent gastronomic specialties.
Zahlreiche attraktive Ausflüge zu den in der Nähe befindlichen Nationalparks: Die bekannte Inselgruppe Kornati, die Wasserfälle von Krka un Paklenica beiten ihnen erinnerungsreichen Urlaub.
www.geocities.com /tonchi333   (291 words)

  
 Paklenica National Park Croatia
PAKLENICA is Croatian National park that cover the most attractive parts of southern Velebit, as well as its highest peaks.
The main attraction of the Paklenica Park are two impressive canyons of Velika and Mala Paklenica, vertically cut into the mountain from the sea to the Velebit's highest peaks.
Anica kuk - the steep rocks in Paklenica Park (see right photo) is popular spot for hikers and climbers.
www.find-croatia.com /nationalparks/paklenica.html   (339 words)

  
 Paklenica NP - Curiosities
Mladen Radolović Mrlja, photographer from Zadar, whose photographs decorate monographies of towns Zadar and Dobrovnik, and national parks Paklenica and Kornati.
We would like to emphasize Mrlja's exhibition in Paklenica National Park held in 2003., when the photographs have been sold on auction, and collected money will be used for de-mining.
Mladen Radolović Mrlja is in love with Velebit and Paklenica since 60-ies, when he run away with firiends to Paklenica, at that time searching for Winnetou, later on absorbing the motives for his photographs.
www.paklenica.hr /Mrlja/foto_1/Curiosities1.htm   (102 words)

  
 SummitPost - Velika Paklenica canyon -- Photos, Diagrams & Topos
In the central part of Velika Paklenica canyon where sides are 400m high smooth cliffs.
It is deeper and wider than Mala Paklenica which is much narrower and wilder.
Rains and snows were plentiful making surface flows and erosion very strong, as were tectonic movements, all of which ultimately led to formation of both Paklenica canyons.
www.summitpost.org /view_object.php?object_id=38588   (155 words)

  
 Sobe & Apartmani -- NEVEN
Paklenica Riviera is a gentle coast settled at the foot of the Velebit mountain (Park of nature and protected as UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, currently the only one in Croatia).
Starigrad-Paklenica is a centre of Riviera and starting point for excursionists to the National Park Paklenica.
Beside the mountain world of NP Paklenica, there are lots of attractive excursions:
free-zd.htnet.hr /neven/en/index_en.htm   (88 words)

  
 Paklenica Apartments - North Dalmatia, Croatia Youth Hostels
Paklenica Apartments - North Dalmatia, Croatia Youth Hostels
We are situated 1km away from The Canyon of Paklenica, a famous destination for rock climbers.
The house is situated in the centre of town and has three apartments (for 5, 7 and 8 people).
www.bootsnall.com /hostels/d/3802/Paklenica+Apartments.php   (235 words)

  
 Apartments Pavlica on the island of Vir, North Dalmatia, Croatia
The Island of Vir is only a 20-minutes drive from Zadar (connection by bridge), city with unique cultural heritage.
Also in close vicinity are three National Parks: Kornati, Paklenica and Krka.
In front of the house there is a shared terrace/balcony, with a special entrance from a three bedroom apartment.
www.dalmatiancoast.com /holidays/apartments/apnd-1046/profile.html   (563 words)

  
 Hotel Alan - National park Paklenica
Hotel Alan is located 40 km north of Zadar, directly on the coast with a beautiful beach.
It is some 800 m from the center of the town and 1000 m from the entrance to the “Paklenica” National Park.
The hotel was renovated completely in the winter of 2002-2003.
www.travel-tourist.com /hot42.htm   (207 words)

  
 Paklenica NP - Home Page
With its surface area of 96 km2, from the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea to the highest peaks of the Velebit Mountains, Vaganski Vrh (1757 m) and Sveto Brdo (1753 m), Paklenica abounds with numerous natural wonders and phenomena, which is why the entire area was proclaimed a national park in 1949.
And rightfully so, as this region is simple and unusual in its connection between the sea and the mountains, rich in beech and fl pine forests, its deep canyons cut vertically into the Velebit ridge, its karst formations and numerous caves and pits.
Map of Paklenica National Park - (Flash 64 KB)
www.paklenica.hr /En/index_en.html   (105 words)

  
 Rock Climbing.com View topic - Big Wall Speed Climbing — PAKLENICA 2005
The Big Wall Speed Climbing is a climbing competition that has taken place in Velika Paklenica canyon since 2000.
The meeting will last from the 29th of April to the 1st of May 2005.
man, i will be in paklenica april 15th-17th to avoid the may 1st crowds.
www.rockclimbing.com /topic/85431   (212 words)

  
 SummitPost - Upper Velika Paklenica -- Photos, Diagrams & Topos
This house is one of those in Parici.
People used to live here permanently but have moved to the coast in search of easier life in second half of XX century.
Closest road is parking in canyon of Velika Paklenica, 1.40h away.
www.summitpost.org /view_object.php?object_id=38580   (122 words)

  
 Paklenica Apartments - North Dalmatia, Croatia
North Dalmatia Hostels > Hotels & Guesthouses > Paklenica Apartments
EF College Break offers group trips for 18-30 year olds.
A hostel is an accommodation where you can get a bed in a shared dorm room.
www.hostelz.com /hotel/8084-Paklenica-Apartments   (398 words)

  
 Croatia Exhibition Paklenica National Park by Photo Croatia - 1185 Photos of Croatia, Croatia Hrvatska Paklenica Photos ...
Croatia Exhibition Paklenica National Park by Photo Croatia - 1185 Photos of Croatia, Croatia Hrvatska Paklenica Photos of Paklenica Photo Pictures of Paklenica Pictures of Croatia Photos of Croatia Fotografije Paklenica Foto Paklenica
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More Details about Paklenica will be added soon...
photocroatia.com /GALLERY/list.php?exhibition=126&pass=public&lang=eng   (172 words)

  
 About Zadar & North Dalmatia on the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia
Known locally as Zadarska zupanija, Zadar county is the northern most region of Dalmatia.
There are two impressive canyons, Velika Paklenica and Mala Paklenica, a multitude of unusual karst formations, a number of caves and the flora and fauna of the park is rich and diverse.
A vertical rock formation, known as Anica Kuk, is one of the most popular training areas for Croatian mountain climbers.
www.dalmatiancoast.com /holidays/regions/zadar-ndalmatia.html   (707 words)

  
 Cro challenge - Adventure Dalmatia
I Paklenica I Middle Dalmatia I Dubrovnik I Basic rules I Specific features I History I Registration I
Location: Paklenica National Park and the Velebit Subchannel.
Disciplines: kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and descending with the help of ropes, hiking, climbing through the waterfalls.
www.crochallenge.com /eng/paklenica.shtml   (72 words)

  
 Starigrad Paklenica Hotel Rooms Holiday/Vacation Info
Starigrad Paklenica Holiday/Vacation Information -- a perfect resource for your travels!
There are currently no Starigrad Paklenica posters available directly through Exploitz.com.
Please check our offsite partner for availability of:
www.exploitz.com /Starigrad-Paklenica-c-hr.php   (30 words)

  
 ArtWanted.com | Branko Reic | Saint Jure - Paklenica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-01)
Church Saint Jure is situated in the national park Paklenica - Croatia.
Please type a comment below and give the artist
The smaller building, turned as it is, makes it look as if the perspective is off.
www.artwanted.com /imageview.cfm?id=91327   (100 words)

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