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Ichnia National Nature Park

Ichnia National Nature Park is a national park in Ukraine, established in 2004, covering 97 km² (37 sq mi). It is the #36 largest of Ukraine's 55 national parks. National nature park in Chernihiv Oblast, Ukraine.

Area
97 km²
Established
2004
IUCN
II: National Park
Nearest airport
GME · 210 km
Ichnia National Nature Park
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Nearest airports to Ichnia National Nature Park

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    Gomel Airport Flag of BelarusGomel, Belarus Airports in Belarus
    GME210 kmstraight line

More about Ichnia National Nature Park

Ichnia National Nature Park is one of 55 national parks in Ukraine — national nature park in Chernihiv Oblast, Ukraine. It covers 97 km² (9,669 ha) — about the size of Paris, making it the #36 largest national park in Ukraine (0.6% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 2004, 22 years ago — the first national parks in Ukraine date back to 1974. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.

Visiting Ichnia National Nature Park

The closest airport is Gomel Airport (GME), about 210 km away — around 4 h 33 min by car. Other national parks within reach include Pyriatyn National Nature Park (120 km²), National Nature Park Zalissia (148 km²), Bile Ozero National Nature Park (34 km²) and Mezyn National Nature Park (310 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Ichnia National Nature Park?

97 km² — about 9,669 hectares or 37 square miles.

When was Ichnia National Nature Park established?

In 2004 — 22 years ago.

What is the nearest airport to Ichnia National Nature Park?

Gomel Airport (GME), about 210 km away in a straight line.

What protection category is Ichnia National Nature Park?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.