Karst

Karst world in Slovenia is one of the most distinct karst areas in Europe. It is located in the southwest of the country and covers the area between the Vipava Valley in the west, the Gulf of Trieste in the south and the Kolpa River in the east. The karst world in Slovenia is part of a larger karst area that also extends into the neighboring countries of Italy and Croatia.

The karst world is known for its unique landscape, which was created by the dissolution of limestone underground. On the surface, this is manifested in numerous karst phenomena, such as caves, chasms, dunes, sinkholes and sinkholes. The surface is often rugged, with characteristic karst plateaus such as Snežnik and valleys such as Rakov Škocjan. The springs of karst rivers are also located in this area, the most famous of which are Reka, Timava and Kolpa.

The karst world in Slovenia is home to many plant and animal species that are adapted to the specific conditions of this area. On the karst plateaus, you can observe native plants such as the karst blackberry, the Easter plant and many orchids. Among the animals that inhabit the karst world, the most famous are the cave animals, such as bats, cave crayfish and human fish.

In addition to its natural beauty, the karst world in Slovenia is also an important cultural and historical area. In this area, there are many karst caves that were inhabited already in prehistoric times. The most famous of them is Postojna Cave, one of the most beautiful and largest cave systems in the world. In the karst world, visitors can also discover many other caves, such as Škocjanske jame, Vilenica, Pivka jama and Divača.

Karst world in Slovenia is a popular destination for tourists who like to engage in outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, climbing and exploring caves. The area is also known for its rich cuisine, which includes prosciutto, Karst teran, Karst honey, shrimp and other local specialties.