Jelovarnik is the second tallest waterfall in Serbia , with a total height of 71 meters. Located within the Kopaonik national park Jelovarnik, it lies at an elevation of 1,116 meters and is situated about 2.5 kilometers east of Pančićev vrh , the highest peak in Kopaonik. The waterfall is nestled in a dense forest featuring Balkan maple , beech , and spruce trees.
3-537: Although Jelovarnik was previously known only to the local community, it was officially discovered by geologists in 1998. The waterfall is now part of a natural park that spans 57 hectares and is protected for its rich flora and fauna, adding to the natural beauty of the region. This Serbia location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . List of protected natural resources in Serbia Protected areas cover around 5% of
6-469: Is still listed as a Serbian National park by Serbian authorities. There are 22 nature reserves ( IUCN category Ia ) in Serbia and 6 more which are in the procedure of receiving the status of a Nature reserve. They are grouped into two groups: Strict Nature Reserves and Special Nature Reserves : There are 23 Nature parks and Landscapes of Outstanding Features ( IUCN Category Ib ) and 8 more which are in
9-651: The territory of Serbia . The Law on the Protection of the Nature defines these categories of protected areas: There are 5 national parks in Serbia ( IUCN Category II ) as of 2007, and one more which is proposed and is in the procedure of receiving the status of the National Park: One of those National parks ( Šar Mountain ) is located on the territory of Kosovo . Although Kosovo declared independence in 2008, Serbian government does not recognize this, so Šar Mountain
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