Nature Park

A Nature Park or Natural Park is a designation for a protected landscape by means of long-term planning, sustainable use and agriculture. These valuable landscapes are preserved in their present state and promoted for tourism purposes.In terms of level of protection a category "Nature Park" is not the same as a "National Park", which is defined by the IUCN and its World Commission on Protected Areas as a category II type of protected area. A "Nature Park" designation, depending on local specifics, falls between category III and category VI according to IUCN categorization, in most cases closer to category VI.However some nature parks have later been turned into national parks.In 1995 all the Austrian nature parks agreed to be represented by the Association of Austrian Nature Parks (Verband der Naturparke Österreichs) or VNÖ.In the Czech Republic a Nature Park is defined as a large area serving the protection of a landscape against activities that could decrease its natural and esthetic value. They can be established by any State Environment Protection body. Mall Road, while primarily a shopping street, has a pleasant promenade with benches and trees. It offers a relaxing environment for strolling and enjoying the atmosphere. ​It has been used historically for various recreational activities such as cricket, picnics, and horse racing. The ground also houses an army museum and a golf course.

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