Okrouhlík, Natural monument and protected area in Libeň, Czech Republic.
Okrouhlík is a protected natural monument in Libeň featuring slopes of reddish-brown iron-rich freshwater sandstone that creates a distinct geological landscape within the city. The sandy terrain and exposed rock formations give the site its characteristic appearance and separate it visually from surrounding buildings.
This site gained protected status in 1982 as conservation efforts began to safeguard its natural features. The designation marked the start of formal management aimed at preserving the geological and ecological elements of the location.
The Czech Ministry of Culture maintains Okrouhlík through specific regulations that ensure the preservation of both natural and cultural elements.
The site is accessible from several entry points, with information available through local municipal resources. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear since the sandy and rocky slopes can be slippery, especially during wet conditions.
The site hosts specialized plant species adapted to sandy conditions, including globe thistle. It also serves as habitat for heat-loving insects such as predatory wasps that are less commonly found in typical urban green spaces.
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