Vysoké Tatry (High Tatra) - Slovakia
Extent: 74111 ha
In north part of Slovakia, along borders with Poland, in districts of Kežmarok, Liptovský Mikuláš, Poprad and Tvrdošín, there is situated mountain range of special character – High Tatra. It belongs, together with Belianske Tatra, to complex of East Tatra Mountains.
Highest peak: Gerlachovka (2655 m).
Surface: it is formed with dense forests, pine woods. In higher sites, there are to be found dwarfish pine woods, plough-tails and lichens. Alp-meadows are located in places where the trees are missing.
Climate: mostly cold, 0 Celsius degrees. The snow remains on surface nearly all year round, on some places does not thaw at all.
Mountain nucleus is formed with granites and crystalic slates, on surface with limestones and sandstones, with appearance of quartz.
Mountain relief is very rough, including steep shields and combs.
We find here caves with karst appearances, waterfalls, lakes (plesa), healing springs, rare plants and many animals, in form of great mammalia.
High Tatra Mountains were declared as Tatra National Park in 1948. Later, in 1993, declared as biospherical reservation within scope of international UNESCO programme.
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SK: Make Use of Days Off and Plan Your Summer Vacation in the Tatras
Choose the Best Hotel in Jasna to Explore the Tatras
The Low and High Tatras are the highest part of the mountains in Slovakia and a kind of natural protection in the north of Slovakia. Mountains have closed this beautiful area since the existence of a large industry, providing clean, oxygen-rich air, but not all why it is worth a visit. There are really plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation, and if you choosethe best hotel in Jasna, you will surely relax with your family or friends.
What Shall You Not Omit?
If you do not plan long trips and hiking trails, then you will have more time for many natural gems and phenomena. Be sure not to miss these 4 areas - Poprad, Tatranska Lomnica, Smokovec and Strbske Pleso.
Between the designated settlements you can move by train or on foot along hiking trails of more than 600 km. For lovers of long walks there is also excellent infrastructure, good and very detailed signs and cozy mountain huts where you can relax or spend the night.
One of them has been inseparable for several years the hotel Björnson, thanks to which you can enjoy a really comfortable accommodation in Jasna during your stay in the Tatras.
Take Sturdy Shoes and Travel Luggage
If the model with a backpack on the back is not a nutty for you, then you can take a trip that takes you only 2 hours while still enjoying all the local beauty.
In this case you do not need any special equipment, just good and strong sneakers, which will fit into a large travel suitcase. Such a trip will certainly not tire you, because in the Tatras is another convenient option to travel, if you no longer want to go, then you have the opportunity to go to one of the many railway stations and quickly get to the desired destination by train.
Electric trains in the Tatras generally deserve special attention. They are regular, cheap and fast. Tickets can be purchased at ticket offices at the train stations and their timetable can be found here.
The journey from Poprad to Starý Smokovec will take you half an hour, the journey from Smokovec to Štrbské Pleso takes approximately the same time and you can reach Tatranská Lomnica from Smokovec in 15 minutes.
The main advantage of this type of transport is the windows, from which you have a wonderful view of the local landscape, which you will certainly enjoy when choosing such a holiday. The Tatras will give you several opportunities.
GPS: hotel Björnson 48°58'00.9"N 19°34'54.7"E
Source: PR
Photos: Infoglobe, Pixabay.com
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