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KRKA NATIONAL PARK
A magical place of cascading
waterfalls, crystalline waters and
gorges, Krka National Park runs
from the Adriatic Sea along the
River Krka to Croatia's picturesque
interior. Journey through the
dramatic karst landscape of Zadar
and into the Šibenik hinterland, to
see the astonishing Skradinski Buk
waterfalls. Breathe in the
tranquillity and beauty of this
stunning area, whose remoteness
once attracted monks who built
their monasteries here.
Top 10
WILD PLACES TO VISIT
On every Viking voyage, river, ocean and expedition—you can explore some of the
world's most precious wilderness areas, parks and gardens. Take a front row seat,
and relax as the natural world unfolds before you.
NORDKAPP
Where the Norwegian and
Barents Seas meet, the cliffs of
Nordkapp—North Cape—rise
more than 1,000 feet to a
dramatic rocky plateau. From the
remote port of Honningsvåg, you
can take a breathtaking drive to
the top of Nordkapp for the most
spectacular views. Hauntingly
beautiful, the sight of the mist
rolling in from the wild sea brings
home the remoteness of the
region. It's an unforgettable place
you don't want to miss.
ARDÈCHE
Wild and rugged mountains.
Dramatic gorges and deep valleys.
Cascading waterfalls. Air that's as
fresh as the water that tumbles
along the mountain streams.
Forests of chestnut trees. Ancient
houses made of stone. Spectacular
panoramic views. Welcome to
Ardèche in France, found at the very
south of the Rhône-Alpes region,
near both northern Provence and
the Languedoc. This region that
boasts a wealth of landscapes, each
as inspiring as the next.
EL YUNQUE RAINFOREST
According to legend, the good
spirit Yuquiyu reigned on his
mighty mountain-top throne
protecting Puerto Rico and its
people. Today, El Yunque
Rainforest might be one of the
world's smallest rainforests , but it
is also one the most biologically
diverse and is home to hundreds of
animal and plant species, many of
which cannot be found anywhere
else, including the tiny Coquí
tree frog and the endangered
Puerto Rican Parrot.
DOURO RIVER
Although many of the terraced
landscapes are planted with
vineyards, the peace and quiet of
the UNESCO-listed Alto Douro is
wonderfully relaxing. The region is
a haven for wildlife. A rich variety
of birds, including golden and
Bonelli's eagles, black storks, kites,
griffon and Egyptian vultures can
sometimes be seen soaring
through the air, or keeping watch
from riverside nests high in pine or
oak trees. At night, look out for
bats swooping across the sky.
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