Medvednica – mountain in northwest Croatia, is the treasury of biodiversity, and it was declared to the Nature Park in 1981. Flora of Medvednica is very rich, various and interesting. Flora, the Roman goddess of spring and flowers, counts so far 1205 species and subspecies on Medvednica, which makes around 23% of overall vascular flora.

Porter Mountain Stables, voted the area's top stable, offers a relaxing horseback riding experience through picturesque creeks, meadows, and forests with gorgeous lake views.

In the center of Klanjec there is a great building of the Franciscan Monastery. It was built between 1630 and 1686 by the Nikola and his cousin Sigismund Erdödy. Beside the sacral art treasure, the monastery also keeps two restored metal sarcophagi of exceptional artistic value with the remains of Sigismund Erdödy (1639), and Emerik Erdödy (1690). The Monastery is open for visitors by prior announcement.

Big Cypress National Preserve, part of the Everglades ecosystem, is a vast, protected area of swampland and wetlands teeming with diverse tropical flora and fauna. It offers a range of outdoor activities, from camping in scenic backcountry areas to guided ranger-led tours through its swamps, prairies, and dense cypress forests. Visitors can explore the preserve on foot, by boat, or via scenic drives, spotting wildlife like alligators, panthers, and rare bird species. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or seeking solitude in the wild, Big Cypress provides a unique glimpse into one of the most ecologically rich regions in the U.S.