Eastern Croatia Flashcards
Which rivers border Eastern Croatia?
The Drava, Danube, Sava and Ilova.
What are the most important natural attractions in Eastern Croatia?
The Kopački Rit Nature Park and the Papuk Nature Park.
What are some traditional delicacies of Eastern Croatia?
Fish paprikash, roasted carp, čobanac stew and kulen.
Write five sentences about Kopački rit.
Kopački rit is a large wetland in eastern Croatia, near the Danube River. It covers an area of about 230 square kilometers and is home to over 2000 plant and animal species. The area has more than 300 bird species and about 40 fish species. It is a key stop for migrating birds and a popular spot for bird-watching. It is part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and is a protected natural area. Visitors can explore the park by boat, hiking or cycling.
Write 5 sentences about the cultural and historical heritage of Eastern Croatia.
Eastern Croatia has many towns with Baroque, Renaissance and medieval buildings. Osijek is an ancient city with historical buildings and the Tvrđa fortress. The region is known for traditional music, like tambura and folk songs (region’s cultural identity). There are many churches, monasteries, and castles in the area (area’s rich history). Cultural festivals, exhibitions and local traditions help keep the region’s history alive.
For which Baroque fortresses is Slavonia known?
Slavonia is known for two Baroque fortresses in Osijek and Slavonski Brod. The fortress in Osijek combines military, civil-administrative and religious architecture. Its main square has the General Barracks building (from 1726), a famous (the most magnificent in Croatia) Baroque stone portal and a round pylon. The fortress in Slavonski Brod, built during the Habsburg Empire, is the largest of its time and has been preserved in its original form. Its fortress system helped keep peace in Slavonia for 250 years.
What cultural events take place in Slavonia?
Slavonia and Baranja host many cultural events throughout the year.
The Đakovački vezovi – traditional folklore festival takes place in Đakovo every late July or early August, featuring cultural performances and a parade with decorated horse-drawn wagons
Vinkovačke jeseni – in Vinkovci, at the beginning of September, traditional folk festival
The Summer of Valpovo – in Valpovo
Miholjačko sijelo – in Donji Miholjac
The Days of Croatian Forests – in Našice, in mid-June
Golden Strings of Slavonia (Zlatne žice Slavonije) – festival in Požega
The Old Sports Olympics – in Brođanci near Osijek, at the end of August, to celebrate traditional old games of Slavonian shepherds and farmers
For which health spa is Slavonia particularly known?
Slavonia is especially known for the Bizovac health spa. In the early 1970s, hyperthermal (=hot) water at 96°C was discovered there (in oil wells). Today, Bizovačke toplice is one of the most modern and best-equipped health resort in Croatia. It offers a unique spa experience with advanced therapy facilities. Visitors can also learn about the area’s geological history and the long-gone Pannonian Sea.
