Little Amazonia
Let’s Repay Our Debt to Nature
A small wetland near Žižín, revived thanks to Petr Tlapák’s initiative, reminding us that nature is worth protecting.
Little Amazonia is a natural wetland located near the village of Žižín, not far from Pardubice. (map). Its name is a symbolic connection to the South American Amazon – it reminds us that protecting nature also makes sense at home. This once lively area was destroyed for decades, but today it is undergoing restoration. The goal is to preserve its natural values, bring it back to life, and create a space to appreciate the landscape, water, and its significance. Little Amazonia is intended not only as a refuge for wildlife, but also as a place that reminds people how precious and fragile the nature around us is.
Petr Tlapák
The creation of Little Amazonia was inspired by a man deeply influenced by a journey to the real Amazon. After returning from this expedition, he sought a long-term and meaningful way to help nature. The idea of buying a piece of the rainforest proved unrealistic due to distance and political instability. So, he turned his attention to the landscape of his childhood – an overgrown wetland near his hometown of Žižín. After six years of bureaucratic negotiation, he managed to purchase the land. Since then, he has devoted himself to its restoration, believing that even a small personal initiative can influence the state of our planet.
