Tatra National Park, Poland-Slovakia

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14 out of 15 - Tatra National Park, Poland-Slovakia

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The picturesque Tatras are well-known to those travellers who have ever reached Poland or Slovakia. Here, on the territory of two States Tatra National Park stretches around the mountain range. The park was created in 1949 with an area of 738 square kilometres. Citizens in those countries became aware of the value of the exclusive territories in the 19th century, but their efforts to create a reserve ended in failure back then.

The main feature of the Tatra reserve are deep coniferous forests with a great number of rare species of plants. Silver fir, Siberian pine and European larch grow here. The National park contains numerous fauna species. More than 40 species of mammals and over 110 species of birds dwell in the Tatras. You can see wolves, wild boars, lynxes and bears in the dark forests. The Tatra chamois is a symbol of the park since its foundation.

These amazing animals, a little bit like huge marmots inhabited our planet during Pleistocene period, today they are on the verge of extinction. Those who prefer to enjoy the natural beauty, have an opportunity to see the Kmet’s waterfall or stroll through the miraculously beautiful alpine meadows and climb the mountain peaks. There are also many caves in the park, the most interesting of which is Wielka Sniezna cave located on the territory of Poland.

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Best hotels near Tatra National Park

Penzion Nebeski

Located in 0 km from Tatra National Park
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Rooms: 5

Choose from luxurious apartments (each for up to 4 people), which are named after the seasons - spring, summer, autumn, winter. We offer a sauna and … More: photo, rates and booking

Penzion Sileo

Located in 8 km from Tatra National Park
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Rooms: 9

The double rooms with bathroom and satellite TV offer forest views and an individual style, inspired by the colours of mountain herbs and flowers. … More: photo, rates and booking

Privat Tempo Tatry

Located in 9 km from Tatra National Park
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Rooms: 4

The Rackova dolina Ski Area is 5 km away and the public swimming pool in Liptovsky Jan is 12 km away. Aquapark Tatralandia can be reached by car in … More: photo, rates and booking

Motorest Kriváň

Located in 10 km from Tatra National Park
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Rooms: 25

Each room comes with a private bathroom with a shower. Private parking is possible on site for free. The entrance to the High Taras National Park is … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

13 km - Morske Oko

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The Morskoe Oko Lake, located in the Polish Tatra Mountains, is one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. The lake is located at the height of 1 395 meters above sea level, its maximum depth is more than 50 meters. The pine forests surrounding the lake are so …

93 km - Wieliczka Salt Mine

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The Polish town of Velichek can boast one of the most mysterious and interesting mines in the world; local residents have managed to turn it into a work of art. This abandoned salt mine has been converted into a museum dedicated to history and culture of the town. The …

102 km - Szkieletor Skyscraper

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You can see the unfinished Szkieletor skyscraper in the heart of Krakow. Its height is 92 meters. It was planned before the start of construction that this skyscraper would be the tallest not only in Krakow but also in Poland as a whole. Construction of the skyscraper …

103 km - Wiezienie Montelupich Prison

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The prison is located on Montelupich Street in Krakow. It also received the status of a historical landmark. It is considered one of the worst Nazi prisons in the world. It was used by the Gestapo throughout World War II. Political prisoners were kept in prison cells. …

175 km - Marzipan Museum

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The best museum in the world for Hungarians is located in Hungary, in the city of Szentendre. All exhibits in the 'sweetest' museum of the planet are made of marzipan. The founder of the museum is the world-famous confectioner Károly Szabó. The marzipan museum was …

185 km - Uzhgorod Synagogue

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The building of an ancient synagogue has been preserved in the Ukrainian city of Uzhhorod. It is also a striking example of the Byzantine style. Its construction was completed in 1904. The synagogue is not used for its intended purpose today. The Regional Philharmonic …

Top destination around Tatra National Park - Zakopane

Zakopane is the mountain city in Poland and it is a popular ski resort. It is located in the southern part of the country. One of the main values of the resort city remains favorable climatic conditions. Winters are very mild and snowy here. Thus, Zakopane is a popular spot for a family vacation. Ski tracks will be available to admirers of winter sports in December. But some slopes will be available even until mid-April.

It is remarkable that the ski resort began to attract travelers in the 19th century. Its infrastructure has been improved for more than a hundred years. Now it is almost perfect. It is worth noting that the resort attracts the attention of travelers not only in winter. In summer hiking enthusiasts prefer to relax here. They have a decent selection of beautiful places for walking.

Zakopane is an amazing city with a unique national atmosphere. It is a great place for those who dream about getting acquainted with the cultural traditions of Poland. Everything is gorgeous here: the typical local architecture, incredibly beautiful folk events and cuisine. There are many beautiful wooden houses, which are the location of many hotels, restaurants and other entertainment venues. At the height of tourist season beautiful festivals and fairs in national style with the best folklore groups, are held for tourists every day.
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