Mountainous Croatia Flashcards
Name 5 natural attractions in the Gorski Kotar region.
Risnjak National Park, Lake Lokvarsko, Bjelolasica Mountain, Lokvarka Cave, Golubinjak park forest, Zeleni Vir.
Where is an Orthodox monastery from the 17th century located?
In Gomirje.
Name three castles located in the mountain region of Croatia.
Castle Zrinski in Čabar, Stara Sušica castle near Ravna Gora, Bosiljevo Castle, Brod na Kupi Castle.
Describe the tourist offer in Delnice and its surroundings.
Delnice is a town in the mountains, 696 meters above sea level. People in Delnice live from timber (=wood) processing and tourism. The town has a cool climate, beautiful nature and sports facilities. It is close to Rijeka and Kvarner Riviera which is good for short or long trips. Today, Delnice offers a variety of services: hotels, sports facilities, hunting grounds. Restaurants in Delnice are known for traditional specialties, especially wild game (=divljač) dishes. Nearby, you can visit Risnjak National Park and the Leska educational trail - one of the first educational trails in Croatia, easily accessible from Crni Lug, just a few minutes’ walk west of the National Park administration building. The trail is designed so that every visitor can explore it independently. Numerous wonderful natural and cultural details on the just 4.5 km long trail are excellent for getting to know this national park.
What natural beauties lie near Skrad?
Zeleni Vir is a protected area below Skrad, where the Zeleni Vir spring, the Vražji prolaz gorge, and the Muževa Hiža cave are located. These beautiful natural landmarks are a major attraction, often visited by tourists, especially hikers.
For what specialties are the restaurants in Delnice known?
Restaurants in Delnice are known for serving traditional Croatian mountain cuisine, including dishes such as roast lamb, game meat (wild boar, deer), goulash, and various types of grilled meats. They also offer hearty soups and stews, typical of the region’s cold climate.
What are the most notable natural attractions in Fužine?
The Vrelo Cave and the Bajer and Lepenica lakes.
Write about the protected area Zeleni Vir.
Zeleni Vir is a spring under a high rock, forming a small crystal clear lake that appears greenish at first glance. A flow from the cave creates a 70-meter-high waterfall, which often freezes in winter (very popular among ice climbers). The water then flows through a deep gorge called Devil’s Passage (Vražji prolaz). Near the exit, there is a cave called Man’s Hut (Muževa Hiža) with a small underground lake. Visitors can explore the area (Zeleni Vir, Vražji prolaz and Muževa Hiža) in about 3 hours, with guided tours available. The water and air temperatures here are about 8°C.
What is the largest illuminated cave in Croatia?
The Lokvarka cave is the largest illuminated cave in Croatia. It was discovered in 1912. Since the introduction of electricity in 1935, and later the installation of iron staircases, the cave has gained more importance in the tourist offering of Lokve. Due to its beauty and numerous different decorations, the cave was declared a natural monument. Today, it is one of the largest caves in Croatia suitable for tourist visits. Accompanied by a guide, visitors can explore four galleries. Others are not fully explored and therefore represent a real challenge for cavers and other adventure enthusiasts. The temperature in the cave remains constant between 6.5°C and 8°C, making a visit during the summer months a refreshing experience.
Where does the name Lika come from?
According to tradition, the name Lika comes from the word Lik, which in the Croatian Ikavian dialect means “medicine” and refers to the numerous medicinal herbs found there. Other sources suggest the name derives from the Greek likos = “wolf”.
Where does the name Gospić come from?
The name probably originates from the Croatian word Gospa (meaning “Madonna, Mother of God”).
Which natural attractions are located close to Gospić?
The Plitvice Lakes National Park, the Northern Velebit National Park, the Velebit Nature Park.
Smiljan is renowned for being the birthplace of which famous person?
Nikola Tesla
What is referred to as “the jewel of Slunj”?
The Rastoke Watermill Village.
Which river runs through Otočac?
The Gacka River.
What is the Gacka River famous for?
Its abundant trout population, crystal clear and calm water ideal for canoeing or stand-up-paddling.
What are the most famous attractions in or near Ogulin?
The Klek Mountain and Đula’s Abyss (Đulin ponor).
