Tourist guide - Lika

Plitvice lakes is the oldest and most famous national park in Croatia, consisting of 16 connected lakes that cascade down the cliffs and hills towards the spectacular waterfall Sastavci. The impressive waterfall Sastavci is almost 70 meters high and Korana river starts flowing from it. National park Plitvice lakes is located in Lika, near Korenica, and covers the area of ​​approximately 300 m2. Plitvice lakes became a national park in 1949. The specificity of the national park is the phenomenon of tuff ("sedra") - the constant formation of waterfalls due to the deposition of calcite (calcium carbonate), and the process of formation of waterfalls continues until today. The lakes are surrounde...

Plitvice lakes is the oldest and most famous national park in Croatia, consisting of 16 connected lakes that cascade down the cliffs and hills towards the spectacular waterfall Sastavci. The impressive waterfall Sastavci is almost 70 meters high and Korana river starts flowing from it. National park Plitvice lakes is located in Lika, near Korenica, and covers the area of ​​approximately 300 m2. Plitvice lakes became a national park in 1949. The specificity of the national park is the phenomenon of tuff ("sedra") - the constant formation of waterfalls due to the deposition of calcite (calcium carbonate), and the process of formation of waterfalls continues until today. The lakes are surrounded by trails, so it is possible to visit all the lakes. An electric tourist boat drives across the largest lake Kozjak. Enjoy views of the turquoise color of water, listen to the sound of waterfalls, stroll along the lakes or hike through dense fir and beech forests. The national park is home to the original Čorkova rainforest that has been preserved to this day. Plitvice lakes national park is also rich in animal species such as bears, wolves, lynx and many others. Due to its exceptional beauty and biological richness, Plitvice lakes are listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Although Plitvice lakes are attractive at all times of the year, to avoid large groups of visitors, we recommend visiting in the spring, fall or winter.

Contact information

Josipa Jovića 19, 53231 Plitvička Jezera

+385 (0)53 751 014

https://np-plitvicka-jezera.hr

The impressive Velebit mountain is the longest and largest mountain in Croatia, rich in flora and fauna, so it is no wonder that it has 2 national parks - national park Northern Velebit and national park Paklenica. Velebit mountain extends 150 kilometers from Senj (north) to Zrmanja river (south). The highest peak of Velebit is 1,757 meters high Vaganski vrh, which is part of Paklenica national park. Nature park Velebit covers an area of ​​about 2,000 km2 and it is the largest protected area in Croatia. On Velebit there are also strict reserves Hajdučki kuk and Rožanski kuk, Cerovac caves, Velebit botanical garden, Lukina jama (one of the deepest pits in the world), forest vegetation reserve...

The impressive Velebit mountain is the longest and largest mountain in Croatia, rich in flora and fauna, so it is no wonder that it has 2 national parks - national park Northern Velebit and national park Paklenica. Velebit mountain extends 150 kilometers from Senj (north) to Zrmanja river (south). The highest peak of Velebit is 1,757 meters high Vaganski vrh, which is part of Paklenica national park. Nature park Velebit covers an area of ​​about 2,000 km2 and it is the largest protected area in Croatia. On Velebit there are also strict reserves Hajdučki kuk and Rožanski kuk, Cerovac caves, Velebit botanical garden, Lukina jama (one of the deepest pits in the world), forest vegetation reserve Štirovača, bear shelter Kuterevo, numerous endemic species including bears and wolves. One of the biggest attractions is Premužić trail, a 50 km long trail that connects the northern and central Velebit, which offers attractive views of the sea, islands and, when skies are clear, even Italy. The specificity of Velebit is two completely different faces - mild, green and forested on the continental side and steep, rocky and bare on the sea side. The possibilities for activities on Velebit are diverse - from hiking, caving, walking, alpinism to cycling. The Adriatic sea and the attractive beaches of Velebit channel are also in the vicinity. You can visit Velebit from Starigrad Paklenica, Senj, Karlobag, Otočac, Gračac or Gospić.

Contact information

https://www.pp-velebit.hr

One of the most attractive caves in Croatia, Cerovac caves are located on the slopes of Velebit mountain in Lika near Gračac. Underground canals and passages of Cerovac caves are about 7 kilometers long, making them the largest underground cave system in Croatia. They are named after Cerovac railway station, given that they were discovered during the construction of railway Zagreb - Split in 1924. The cave system consists of the upper cave, the lower cave, and the middle cave. Cerovac caves have numerous cave ornaments (stalagmites and stalactites) that form impressive structures of different sizes and shapes, some of which are several meters high. More impressing is the fact that it takes a...

One of the most attractive caves in Croatia, Cerovac caves are located on the slopes of Velebit mountain in Lika near Gračac. Underground canals and passages of Cerovac caves are about 7 kilometers long, making them the largest underground cave system in Croatia. They are named after Cerovac railway station, given that they were discovered during the construction of railway Zagreb - Split in 1924. The cave system consists of the upper cave, the lower cave, and the middle cave. Cerovac caves have numerous cave ornaments (stalagmites and stalactites) that form impressive structures of different sizes and shapes, some of which are several meters high. More impressing is the fact that it takes around a thousand years for structures to grow 10 cm. The most famous rock in the caves is a rock that is irresistibly reminiscent of Santa Claus. In the caves, you can also see the remains of a cave bear, a bronze ax and human bones. Due to the uniqueness, size and archeological findings of the caves, in 1961 the caves were declared a geological monument of nature. The temperature in the caves is around 8 degrees throughout the year, so for visiting we recommend wearing warm clothes. Cerovac caves are open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. Before visiting during the winter months, it is necessary to make an announcement. The tour of the caves takes about one hour.

Contact information

+385 53 560 450

https://www.pp-velebit.hr

Rastoke is a small charming village located on Slunjčica river, close to Plitvice lakes. Rastoke is especially impressive in the spring when the village is colored by water, waterfalls, and greenery that provide an indescribable experience. Over travertine rocks, lakes and waterfalls, Slunjčica river flows into Korana river. Although most of the buildings in Rastoke were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the first mill was built in the 17th century. In Rastoke there are many options for activities, from sightseeing of mills, art to local restaurants offering indigenous trout.

Rastoke is a small charming village located on Slunjčica river, close to Plitvice lakes. Rastoke is especially impressive in the spring when the village is colored by water, waterfalls, and greenery that provide an indescribable experience. Over travertine rocks, lakes and waterfalls, Slunjčica river flows into Korana river. Although most of the buildings in Rastoke were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the first mill was built in the 17th century. In Rastoke there are many options for activities, from sightseeing of mills, art to local restaurants offering indigenous trout.

Although almost every person in the world knows about the famous inventor Nikola Tesla, it is less known that on July 10, 1856, Nikola Tesla was born in the small village of Smiljani, near Gospić in Lika. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of this visionary, the Nikola Tesla memorial center was opened on July 10, 2006. Nikola Tesla memorial center is a museum that fuses science and art. It is difficult to list all the inventions and patents invented by Nikola Tesla, but the most famous are AC electric motor, Tesla's turbine, Tesla's transformer, wireless transmission of energy and signals and many others. The memorial center includes the birthplace of Nikola Tesla, in which ther...

Although almost every person in the world knows about the famous inventor Nikola Tesla, it is less known that on July 10, 1856, Nikola Tesla was born in the small village of Smiljani, near Gospić in Lika. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the birth of this visionary, the Nikola Tesla memorial center was opened on July 10, 2006. Nikola Tesla memorial center is a museum that fuses science and art. It is difficult to list all the inventions and patents invented by Nikola Tesla, but the most famous are AC electric motor, Tesla's turbine, Tesla's transformer, wireless transmission of energy and signals and many others. The memorial center includes the birthplace of Nikola Tesla, in which there is a permanent exhibition of documentary material, as well as the church of the holy apostles Peter and Paul, in which the father of Nikola Tesla served as an Orthodox priest. The memorial center has replicas of numerous prototypes of his inventions, as well as a multimedia center designed for everyone - from children, students to families who want to learn more about life and the impact of genius on today's life. The memorial center is open every day except Mondays from 8 am to 8 pm. Tickets cost from 20 to 50 kuna.

Contact information

Smiljan 87/1, 53211 Smiljan

https://www.mcnikolatesla.hr

Kuterevo is a picturesque village in Lika, situated in a wooded valley on the slopes of Velebit mountain. Although the village is very small, Kuterevo is known for the bear refuge Kutarevo which was established in 2002. Bear refuge Kuterevo provides shelter for bears, especially for bear cubs that have been left behind or that have lost their parents. In addition to providing shelter for bears, bear refuge Kuterevo promotes and educates people about protecting nature, bear habitat, forests, preserving local mountain community traditions and living in harmony with nature. There are more than 1,000 bears in Croatia and bear refuge Kuterevo has certainly helped to preserve the stable population...

Kuterevo is a picturesque village in Lika, situated in a wooded valley on the slopes of Velebit mountain. Although the village is very small, Kuterevo is known for the bear refuge Kutarevo which was established in 2002. Bear refuge Kuterevo provides shelter for bears, especially for bear cubs that have been left behind or that have lost their parents. In addition to providing shelter for bears, bear refuge Kuterevo promotes and educates people about protecting nature, bear habitat, forests, preserving local mountain community traditions and living in harmony with nature. There are more than 1,000 bears in Croatia and bear refuge Kuterevo has certainly helped to preserve the stable population of bears. Bears are often killed in hunting, poaching or on the roads, and there is no one to take care of their cubs. Therefore, the refuge offers the bears a permanent home. Volunteers from all over the world and their mentors are taking care of bears. They also educate visitors about the character, habits, and life of bears. The refuge is open to visitors in the spring, summer, and fall, while it is closed in winter as bears sleep throughout the winter. Ticket prices range from 15 to 20 kuna, and all revenues are used for the improvement of conditions for bears. Bear refuge Kuterevo is an unavoidable stop for all nature and bear lovers.

Contact information

Pod Crikvon 109, 53225 Kuterevo

https://kuterevo.wordpress.com