What is special about Triglav National Park?

Triglav National Park is the only national park in Slovenia. The highest peak of the Julian Alps, Mount Triglav lies right in the middle of the Park. The Park takes its name from Mount Triglav.

Triglav National Park is rich in medical plants. Almost 62 per cent of the Park is filled with 37 species that have various medicinal properties. They have been extensively studied by various ecologists. In order to conserve them, some of these plants are banned from being collected or used.

There are two major rivers in Triglav-Sava River and Soca River. There are many waterfalls in these rivers and their tributaries. Apart from this, there are several glacial lakes as well.

 

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