Park earthquake history

Review historical earthquake records mapped by proximity to high-altitude tectonic lakes.

Prespa National Park Earthquake History and Recorded Regional Seismic Event Catalogue

This historical catalogue documents seismic events identified through epicenter proximity to the Prespa National Park basin. The collection provides searchable access to recorded data including event dates, magnitude scales, and hypocenter depths for earthquakes located in the surrounding Korçë County region. These records offer a transparent view of recorded regional activity without implying future patterns or assessing geological hazards for the park's alpine landscape.

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Transboundary Alpine Lake Park Protecting Balkan Wetlands and Mountain Ecosystems

Prespa National Park

Prespa National Park is a protected area spanning approximately 277.5 square kilometers in southeastern Albania, situated at the border triangle shared with Greece and North Macedonia. The park encompasses the country's sections of both Great Prespa Lake and Small Prespa Lake, two high-altitude tectonic lakes lying between 849 and 853 meters above the Adriatic Sea, making them the highest tectonic lakes in Southeastern Europe. The landscape is characterized by dramatic mountain terrain, particularly Mali i Thatë which separates Great Prespa from Lake Ohrid, alongside extensive freshwater wetlands, reed beds, salt marshes, alpine meadows, and dense forests covering some 13,500 hectares of the park's territory. The park holds significant international recognition as a Ramsar Wetland of international importance, an Important Bird and Plant Area, and a component of both the European Green Belt and the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Its unique position at the crossroads of three countries, combined with diverse elevational gradients and habitat types, has fostered extraordinary biodiversity. The park protects critical habitat for threatened species including some of Europe's last remaining populations of brown bears and gray wolves, as well as substantial colonies of great white pelicans and Dalmatian pelicans that inhabit the lakes during summer months. Prespa National Park also preserves a rich cultural heritage spanning millennia, with archaeological evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. The region was traversed by the ancient Via Egnatia trade route and was inhabited by Illyrian tribes, Ancient Greeks, Romans, and Byzantines. The park contains numerous Byzantine churches and caves of archaeological significance, including the notable Treni Cave which hosts Europe's largest population of long-fingered bats.

Location: Albania
Park type: National park
Established: 1999
Area: 276.1 km²

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Review documented earthquakes around Prespa National Park

Documented earthquakes around Prespa National Park are related through their epicentres and distance from the park, rather than verified occurrence inside it. Review dates, magnitude values, depths, reported places, distances, and sources for historical context without attributing seismic causes to lake or park conditions, evaluating present danger, or projecting activity.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Prespa National Park’s earthquake data leads into a distinct collection of other parks, providing a broader direction for atlas exploration. The destinations do not necessarily share lake settings, national-park designation, environment, geography, geology, closeness, earthquake records, seismic relevance, hazards, risk, or equivalent source depth.

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National parkWestern Macedonia

Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

East

Prespa National Park: Mapping the Biodiversity and Lake Landscapes of Western Macedonia

A Ramsar wetland reserve and transboundary protected area

Prespa National Park encompasses 32,700 hectares of diverse habitats, from the shallow waters of Small Prespa Lake to the surrounding forested uplands. This protected area acts as a vital sanctuary for migratory bird species and endemic plants, offering a rich look at the ecological interplay between water, floodplains, and mountain terrain in northern Greece.

Area: 327 km²
Established: 2009
IUCN: VI
Relief: Mixed relief

Prespa National Park Atlas

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Nature reserveNorth Macedonia

4.6 km away#2 closest

Northwest

Lake Ohrid Nature Reserve: Mapped Geographic Boundaries and Ancient Balkan Lake Ecosystems

A tectonic mountain lake system in North Macedonia

Lake Ohrid represents a monumental protected landscape within the mountainous southwestern Balkans. As one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe, it serves as a critical refuge for unique endemic species that exist in its clear, oligotrophic waters. This area showcases the complex interplay between tectonic geological history, high-mountain terrain, and the sustained conservation of a globally significant natural basin.

Area: 358 km²
Relief: Mixed relief
Climate: Mediterranean
Access: Easy access

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National parkMunicipality of Bitola

11 km away#3 closest

Northeast

Pelister National Park: North Macedonia's Oldest National Park and Alpine Protected Landscape

Explore unique glacial features and endemic forests within Municipality of Bitola.

Pelister National Park, a pioneering protected area in North Macedonia, offers a rich tapestry of alpine geography and unique geological formations. This page provides detailed information on the park's landscape, including its dramatic mountain massif within Municipality of Bitola, the rare Macedonian pine forests, the striking 'stone rivers' formed by ancient glacial processes, and the serene Pelister Eyes glacial lakes. Discover the park's mapped boundaries and its significance as a conservation heritage site within the Balkan Peninsula.

Area: 171.5 km²
Established: 1948
IUCN: II
Visitors: 30K annual

Pelister National Park Atlas

Protected landscapeKorçë County

About 17 km away#4 closest

South

Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape: Forest and Geological Map of Korçë County

Mapping Albania's protected Silver fir woodland ecosystems

Explore the structured geography of the Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape, a diverse expanse in Korçë County defined by its ancient Silver fir stands and karst cave systems. This area showcases a varied landscape of rocky monoliths, mountain lakes, and tectonic valleys that serve as a vital ecological record for the southeastern Albanian mountains.

Area: 10.3 km²
Established: 1966
IUCN: V
Relief: Mountain

Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape Atlas

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Protected landscapeAlbania

About 30 km away#5 closest

West

Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape: Albania Mountain and Forest Geography

A protected mosaic of Mediterranean woodlands and Pindus foothills

Spanning roughly 22 square kilometers near Pogradec, the Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape protects a diverse array of forested slopes and freshwater habitats. This essential Balkan biological corridor provides a detailed look at the transition between dense woodland and scrub communities within the Pindus mountain system, highlighting its role as a key habitat for large carnivore populations.

Area: 22 km²
Established: 1996
IUCN: VI
Relief: Mountain

Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape Atlas

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National parkElbasan County

About 39 km away#6 closest

Northwest

Shebenik National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Glacial Terrain Atlas

Explore Elbasan County's significant mountain wilderness and protected natural features.

Shebenik National Park is a protected national park in Elbasan County, Albania, notable for its dramatic glacial terrain and extensive ancient forests. This park offers a deep dive into Albania's natural landscape, featuring 14 glacial lakes and serving as vital habitat. Its position within the Balkan Peninsula's geography makes it a key point of reference for understanding protected areas and mountain wilderness within a structured atlas.

Area: 345.079 km²
Established: 2008
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Shebenik National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkAlbania

50 km away#7 closest

West

Tomorr Mountain National Park: Sacred Peak & Karst Protected Landscape in Albania

Explore Albania's dramatic mountain geography and protected areas.

Tomorr Mountain National Park offers a unique exploration of southern Albania's dramatic limestone anticline. Dominated by the sacred Mount Tomorr and featuring the spectacular Osum Canyon, this national park provides insight into karst terrain, old-growth forests, and significant biodiversity. Discover its mapped boundaries and regional geographic context within the Pindus Mountains for structured atlas exploration.

Area: 271.855 km²
Established: 1956
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Tomorr Mountain National Park Atlas

National parkNorth Macedonia

62 km away#8 closest

North

Mavrovo National Park: North Macedonia's Extensive Protected Alpine Terrain and Wildlife

Mapped geography of Alpine peaks, gorges, and unique endemic species.

Mavrovo National Park, North Macedonia's largest protected area, offers a deep dive into a complex Alpine geography. Dominated by the Šar, Korab, and Bistra mountain systems, the park features towering peaks and the dramatic Radika River gorge. This protected landscape is globally significant for its role in conserving the rare Balkan lynx and harbors endemic tertiary relic plant species like Macedonian pine. Explore the mapped boundaries, glacial lakes, and distinct terrain that define this vital conservation area.

Area: 730.88 km²
Established: 1949
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Mavrovo National Park Protected Landscape

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Dive deeper into the protected area of Prespa National Park to understand its specific geographic context within Albania and the broader Balkan atlas. This detail page provides the foundation for exploring its unique terrain, lake systems, and regional ecological importance, serving as a crucial reference for structured geographic discovery.

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