 Nature Monument (, abbreviated as PP) is a nature formation of a smaller area, usually geological or geomorphological formation, mineral or fossil collection locality or a habitat of endangered plants or animals in parts of ecosystems with an international or national environmental, scientific or esthetic importance.They are established by the appropriate Regional Government () or Management of a National Park or Landscape Protected Area.Nature park () is usually a large area serving the protection of a landscape against activities that could decrease its natural and esthetic value.