Thursday, September 18, 2008

Krka National Park

Krka
The river Krka is a natural phenomenon that has because of its beauty in 1985 declared as 7th National park in Croatia. National park is consisted of seven travertine falls and possesses rich flora and fauna. Estuary of the river is the sea-sunken and it is 23, 5 km long. It has preserved the purity and biological vitality. Here you can find remains of historical forts and most of them were ruined by the Turks in past centuries. National park has 860 species of plants and most of them are Illyrian-Adriatic endemic species. Among mammals it is important to point out that here is kept 18 species of bats that are threatened with extinction in Europe. This Croatian treasury is visited by people from all over the world.

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Brijuni National Park

NP Brijuni


Brijuni are an archipelago and a National park in the Adriatic Sea that is consisted of 14 islands and islets. Brijuni are about 6 km distant from Pula, the biggest city of Istria, from where you can embark on ship that connects Brijuni with the land. This archipelago is famous for very mild climate and very rich vegetation. In the National park Brijuni you can find an open type of ZOO where animals are free and not locked in a cages, and there is also a safari park in which can be seen many exotic animals. Trough the history on this islands many world statesmen and aristocrats built their villas. Despite all the natural beauty that have enabled this paradise on earth, Brijuni offers you many sport activities such as riding, playing tennis, sailing, wind surfing, cycling, diving...

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Peninsula of Istria

Istria
Istria is the biggest Croatian peninsula. It is placed on the north of Adriatic Sea and it is consisted of Primorsko-goranska county and Istra county. The most important citys and touristic centers are Medulin, Pula, Rovinj, Poreč, Labin, Rabac, Pazin, Novigrad, Umag but also many other smaller places. Istria is a region of vineyards, olive yards, green country sides, Mediterranean atmosphere and sun. If you are a fan of domestic products, you can come in one of many Istrian agro tourisms and try home made food and drinks and also enjoy in the village. Every season has its charm here. The spring is perfect for bike riding, hiking, walking through the forests, free-climbing, and many other tips of recreation, but also for rehabilitation for those who have health problems. During the summer sea fans come to the beautiful Istrian beaches to enjoy the sun and clean sea. There are also many cultural events such as film festivals, theatre plays, concerts of world know musicians, exhibitions. The autumn is marked as a season of grapes, chestnuts and mushrooms. And there is also a winter with shorter and colder days that are perfect for sitting next to the fireplace, or for visiting one of many thermals.