Top 10 most picturesque national parks in the world

The nature of the planet Earth is amazingly diverse and rich. However, man throughout the existence of civilization has interfered with the natural formation and laws of wildlife. We present to your attention the ten most picturesque national nature parks of the world.
The nature of planet Earth is amazingly diverse and rich. However, man throughout the existence of civilization has interfered with the natural formation and laws of wildlife. Back in the 19th century, people realized that it was necessary to take measures to preserve many natural formations, as well as individual species of flora and fauna. Thus, today we have the opportunity to admire the perfect creations of nature, as well as to see rare species of endangered animals or plants, and all this - in natural environments, where humans do not interfere. So, we present to your attention the ten most picturesque national natural parks of the world.

1. Yellowstone Nature Park
The first national park in history was opened in the United States in the late 19th century. This is the now famous Yellowstone Nature Park, located on the border of three US states at once. This biosphere reserve has the status of international, and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Yellowstone Plateau is rich in thermal springs and geysers, throwing hot jets to a height of over 40 meters. There are only five geyser fields in the world, of which Yellowstone is one. However, it is here that exactly half of all the thermal springs of the planet are concentrated. Yellowstone Lake is located in the crater of the world's largest volcano. More than two thousand different plants grow here, as well as several hundred species of animals, including grizzly bear, American bison, and puma. On the territory of the park there are hotels, campsites and stores, there are museums and information centers, several paved roads and about 2 thousand km of marked trails.

 2. Grand Canyon in the state of Arizona
The USA also has one of the deepest canyons on the planet - the Grand Canyon in the state of Arizona, on the Colorado Plateau. This canyon was formed by the constant flow of the Colorado River in the thickness of limestone and various rocks, sandstone and shale. It was formed over five million years ago, and represents the geologic history of the planet in cross-section. It is the mesmerizing beauty of the colorful layers of rocks that attracts more than 2 million people here each year. The depth of the canyon is more than 1.5 thousand meters, and tourists will need more than one hour of time to descend to the bottom. Moreover, the climate at the bottom of the canyon and at its top is strikingly different - while the top will be about 15-20 degrees Celsius, at the bottom of the temperature can rise to all 40 degrees. Therefore, tourists prefer to explore the beauty of the canyon from observation decks, and the most popular is rafting on the Colorado River on inflatable boats or rafts.

 3. Plitvice Lakes in Croatia
The Plitvice Lakes Nature Reserve in Croatia is considered to be the most beautiful national park in Europe. On the territory of the park there are about 16 lakes, which have an amazing color - bright blue, which makes all the photos of the reserve look like a photomontage. There are also about 20 caves and more than 140 beautiful waterfalls, by the way, the waterfalls are becoming more and more every year. On the territory of the park there are routes for pedestrians, traffic is prohibited, and you can admire the amazing underwater world through the clear azure water from the wooden planks built especially for visitors. Swimming is prohibited in the lakes of the reserve and they are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The park is also home to rare and unique species of vegetation preserved since ancient times.
4. Iguazu National Park
On the border of Argentina and Brazil is the Iguazu National Park, the main attraction of which is the beautiful waterfall of the same name. The name of the park translates as “Big Water”, and it is not surprising. This is a real park of waterfalls, of which there are more than 270. The nature of the park is reminiscent of the Amazon tropics, there are several levels of growing forest, striking with its colorful and lush vegetation. You can travel around the park and see the waterfalls right in your swimsuit, because you can't get away from the splashes of waterfalls. There are special bridges, passages and observation platforms. From the heights of the waterfalls you can descend by jeep and boat to their foot.

5. Serengeti Park in Tanzania
The African continent is also home to quite a few national nature parks, with one of the oldest and most beautiful being the Serengeti Park in Tanzania. The name of the park translates as “Endless Plains”, and its main attraction is its animal life. It is here that there are more than three million individuals of large animals, many of which are on the verge of extinction, as well as more than 500 species of rare birds. The plains and savannahs of the park are considered the best place on earth to observe the life of lions and cheetahs, antelopes and giraffes, elephants and rhinos, as well as many other animals in the wild. It is in the Serengeti Park that the largest population of lions on the planet lives.

6. Snowdonia National Park in Wales, UK
No less interesting for lovers of natural beauty and attractions is the Snowdonia National Park in Wales, UK. It is one of the three first national parks in the country and was created about 60 years ago. The name of the park comes from the name of Mount Snowdon, at 1,065 meters, the highest point in Wales. The park occupies a fourth of the entire territory of Wales, it is home to about 20 thousand people. On the territory of the park there are many lakes, including the largest by area in Great Britain, as well as unique vegetation and animal life. There are more than 2 km of hiking trails, as well as about 200 km of trails for horseback riding. Historic railroads run through the park.

7. Kakadu National Park
The most beautiful place of the green continent of Australia is Kakadu National Park, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The territory of the park stretches 100 km wide and 200 km long. Here you can meet thousands of species of animals, birds and reptiles, Kakadu Park is also a real find for entomologists - there are more than 1000 species of various insects. The park is surrounded by high rocky mountains, which as if shield it from the world of civilization and allow nature to rule here. Besides mountains, there are forests and steppes, caves and waterfalls, rivers and lakes. There is a lot of interesting things in the park and for lovers of antiquities - on archaeological excavations found ancient writings and rock art. Today Kakadu Park is the most visited reserve in Australia.

8. Volcanoes in the Hawaiian Islands
No less interesting will be a visit to the volcanic park Hawaiian Volcanoes in the Hawaiian Islands. Here is the most active active volcano of the planet Kilauea, the last eruption of which began in 1983 and continues to this day. The activity of the volcano is monitored by a scientific observatory, and tourists are allowed to visit the park. Volcanic National Park was founded in the early 20th century and covers an area of about 1300 square kilometers. Here you can see the results of volcanic activity and processes of thousands of years ago, which, in fact, and formed the islands of Hawaii in the middle of the ocean. Moreover, it has a unique ecosystem with rare species of plants, including fern forests, as well as many species of animals and birds.

9. Komodo National Park in Indonesia
There are also many natural attractions in Asia that need to be protected and preserved. Komodo National Park in Indonesia was created for this purpose. It includes three large islands and many small ones, as well as a water area. Only here there is an ancient species of Komodo varans, also called Komodo dragons, and the park itself is included in the UNESCO list. During the activity of prehistoric lizards, whose species are included in the Red Book, excursions to their habitats are organized for tourists. The underwater world is striking in its brightness and colorfulness, there are many coral reefs and rare species of fish. There are excellent conditions for snorkeling, diving and snorkeling. 

10. Belovezhskaya Pushcha in Belorussia
Belovezhskaya Pushcha in Belorussia, the oldest nature reserve in Europe, is also worth mentioning. As a national park, or protected natural area, the reserve was known as early as in the 15th-16th centuries. The park is included in the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. The main wealth of Belovezhskaya Pushcha is considered to be coniferous and deciduous forests, which have preserved their primitive appearance. Apart from natural sights, there are historical monuments preserved here - sites of primitive man, fortresses and even a palace. Hotels and recreation centers have been built here for tourists.