| Žemaitija National Park | |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Plateliai lake |
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| Location | Lithuania |
| Area | 217.20 km² |
| Established | 1991 |
Žemaitija National Park is a national park in Lithuania. It is situated on Žemaičių Highlands, 45 km from the Baltic Sea. Lakes cover more than 7% of its territory. Lake Plateliai (12.05 km², 47 m depth) is the largest lake. The town of Plateliai, situated on the shore of the lake, is the seat of the park's administration and a popular tourist destination.
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