The Public Institute of Notranjska Regional Park was founded by the Municipality of Cerknica in 2002 with the aim of protecting, preserving and researching the area of the Notranjska nature park. The park (about 222 km²) is home to numerous animal and plant species as well as a wide range of diverse habitats. Among its most valuable features are for instance the Lake Cerknica (the largest intermittent lake in Europe), extensive wetlands, and various karst habitats such as the beautiful Rakov Škocjan karst valley. One of the goals of the institute is also to raise awareness about cultural and natural heritage conservation. For this purpose, visitors can explore the Museum of Lake Cerknica and take part in a wide array of educational or recreational activities.
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