Razna National Park : - a selection of excursion destinations

Abstract: Different areas in Latvias youngest National Park Rāzna has been visited and analyzed. One objectivewas to find out if ecotourism is a possibility and what improvements need to be made. Latvia has avery old history of nature conservation. Objectives to protect valuable species and habitats for thefuture are influenced by factors such as economy and politics. The laws and regulations concerningenvironmental care are dependent on the processes and conditions that have contributed to formingthem. What is considered normality in Sweden can be completely different in Latvia eventhough theintentions and wished results are the same. The conclusion is that there is potential for ecotourism,although many factors must be considered and disadvantageous situations be avoided in the natureprotecting process.