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Krka in Numbers

➨It is 72,5 km long, which makes it 22. longest river in Croatia
➨ It has 7 waterfalls with total of 224 meters fall

➨ 1022 plants species, some of which are Adriatic or Dinaric endemics

➨ Out of all animal species in the Park, 4 are on the European endangered species list: greater horseshoe bat, wolf, otter and wild cat

➨ Total of 5 middle age forts are located in the Park, today mostly ruins

➨ Krka hydroelectric plant Jaruga was build 2.nd in the world, right after the one on the.Falls of Niagara, and is still functioning today! Šibenik then became the first Croatian city with complete electricity system

➨ 1215. was the year when water mills on Krka river were first mentioned, and today they bear witness to Croatian traditional way of life. The best preserved are at Skradinski buk
➨ Oziđana cave, located in the Park, has traces of human presence for 5000 years already!

         

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Croatia's Green Paradise

Krka National Park

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About The Park

With its 142 sqm, out of which 25 sqm is water area, Krka made it to Croatia's list of National Parks in 1985. The Park is situated in Dalmatia, only one hour drive trough Dalmatia's hinterland from Zadar. It has 7 waterfalls, but that is not the only thing worth seeing - there are few more amazing locations within the Park that are definitely worth visiting. 

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Most famous sites

Here are five things to add on your bucket list for this year's holidays. 

Skradinski buk is Krka's longest waterfall and one of the first thing that comes to mind first when you mention Krka. The cascades are composed of travertine barriers, islands and lakes. 

Visovac island is located in the middle part of Visovac Lake. Besides its natural beauties most visitors will find 600 years old Franciscan monastery with museum and church located there pretty interesting.  Through Croatia's turbulent history the island has remained a place of peace, spirituality and faith. The Franciscans of Visovac have been known for their love towards life and its beauties so they have cultivated 80 out of 195 species of plants on the island. Fascinating for an island with only 17.376 meters of coastline, isn't it? 

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Krka Manastir is Serbian Orthodox Monastery located near Krka. It dates from 14th century and has been build on the location of even older monastery. There is a church next to it with roman catacombs beneath it that are opened for visitations.  

Oziđana pećina is a cave that is part of educational walking trail that holds a record of human presence from 5000 years B.C. Inside the cave there is an archaeological collection opened for visitations. 

Burnum is an archaeological locality near Krka that has been a Roman military camp from 1st century. Today we can find preserved remains of amphitheater and arches of the military command center there. 

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Best time to visit

Krka is beautiful during the whole year, but spring and summer visitors might get most of their trip.

Krka in spring is magical - nature shows it's shades of green and blue on most extraordinary way. It's warm enough to enjoy walking, not too crowded and another plus - the entrance fee is very low compared to summertime.

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Still, most visitors tend to go during the summer because Krka is one of Croatia's National Parks, together with Kornati where swimming is allowed. And who doesn't want to swim by the waterfalls?

Book now - make your own Krka adventure come true with private custom made or public day trips from Zadar.

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Read more from Croatica.eu: Croatian Wonder of Nature - Plitvice Lakes 

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Croatian Wonder of Nature - Plitvice Lakes

If you head north from the coast to Lika region, surrounded by Plješevica and Velebit mountain, you will eventually find yourself looking at Croatia's most popular wonder of nature - Plitvice Lakes. The lakes are unavoidable if you visit Croatia. Why are they so special?

1. Biological and geological wonder

The lakes are build from limestone and dolomite, separated from each other by natural dams of travertine, which is deposited by the action of moss, algae and bacteria. Geographic position together with specific climate features resulted in emergence of many natural phenomena and a rich biodiversity within the area. It has been notes that there are 1267 spieces of flora in the Park, some of them endemic. There is 321 spieces of buterflies and moths, more then 50 spieces of mammals, 127 spieces of birds and 20 bat spieces. 

2. Size and numbers

It is the biggest National Park in Croatia spread over 29482 ha. There are 16 lakes divided on Upper and Lower Lakes. Kozjak is the biggest lake - 81,5 ha, 47 m deep. There are about 30 caves in the Park.

3. The legend

The area of the lakes was called The devil's garden for a long time because of its position and history. According to the legend the lakes origin from time of great drought. The people of Lika prayed for the rain as they were dying for water, together with every other living being. The Black queen appeared to answer their prayers and started a rain so strong and long that the Lakes formed with all its beautiful shapes and colors.

4. The extremes

The tallest and the widest waterfall is called Veliki Slap (which literally means The Great Waterfall) and counts 70 meters of height! It is considered to be one of the most beautiful in the Park so don't miss it for the world!



Once you book here and start preparing for the big day, you might want to look up for some advice about do's and don'ts of the lakes. Good luck!

Do's and don'ts - Plitvice Lakes

1. Make the best of the day - don't start too late! 

08:00-08:30 is the perfect time to leave weather you're going from Zadar or Zagreb. If you are planning to have a late night, sleep it off and leave it for the next day because you will need the whole day and all your energy! 

2. Don't go on your own during the summer!

Do you know that over 10 000 people visit the park every year? During the summer it is super crowded, so don't even bother going on your own or you  might spend 30+ minutes in a queue. Taking an organised tour doesn't just have perks like total organisation, better transport vehicle and expert guide. The guides have skip the line option and they will get you trough the entrance in just a few minutes. 

3. Book in advance!

Book your tour in advance to be sure you will see the Lakes! The park is so popular and the people so eager to see it that if you wait for the last minute to book, you might not book at all. 

4. Wear suitable clothes!

Don't go to the park in shorts or flip-flops. The Park is situated in a mountain area and the tracks require you to be suitably equipped. Wear good sneakers and comfortable pants. Don't forget the sunscreen nor a long sleeved pullover - it will be hot, but the temperatures can vary in the mountains.

5. Take pictures carefully!

Yes, we understand that you want millions of pictures from this piece of paradise, but do it carefully! Don't go close to the edges, don't skip over fences, don't lean to much over anything... It sounds logical now, but once you are there you might forget about logic. Don't risk yourself and your well - being! There are so many viewpoints and positions from where you can take that one perfect picture.



Let us help you make the best of your day in Plitvice Lakes National Park! Book here! 

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Explore the Islands of Zadar Archipelago

First thing that comes to mind when someone says Croatia is, obviously, the sea. But did you know that Croatia has 1244 islands, islets and rocks (not the little ones you bump with your foot on the road but real big rocks that can have, for example, a lighthouse on it). Out of the 1244, 698 are islands and only 48 are inhabited with at least one person living there. That makes Croatia a country with highest number of islands in Adriatic Sea, and the second (after Greece) in the Mediterranean.

The islands are a must see once you get to Zadar region. 

Kornati National Park

Treat yourself with a day tour to one of the Croatian wonders of nature - National Park Kornati and Nature Park Telašćica. This group of more than 100 islands and cliffs will seduce you at first sight as you ride along the waves on one of our boats. Stop to swim and explore and enjoy an included breakfast and lunch on board. Book your Kornati tour here!

Sakarun beach

After you've done that you still won't get enough of our blue gem Adriatic so hop on another boat and head to Sakarun. This place sound familiar, doesn't it? That is because it was voted to be one of the most beautiful bays in the world !

See the stunning islands of the Zadar archipelago on a full-day trip from Zadar and marvel at the spectacular colors and landscapes, relax at Sakarun Beach and swim trough crystal clear sea that surrounds Dugi otok. The day wouldn't be full without delicious Croatian food which will be served to you on the boat. Book Sakarun trip now!

Sakkarun beach

If you want to spend the day on board with your family and frineds I have something perfect for you - rent a speedboat with professional skipper for an island hopping day. Start on the closest to Zadar - Ošljak and head further to .... well, wherever you want. It your day, one full of fresh salty air and amazing experiences. Things you'll see will stay with you forever.

Visit bays and isolated sandy beaches. Swim and snorkel if you feel like it, if not just close your eyes and enjoy. Stop at a Mediterranean restaurant for a taste of authentic Dalmatian cuisine. Make the best of your day and book now!



FUN FACTS:

➤Telašćica (Tilagus) got it's name by the fact that it looks like three lakes put together from the air (tre lagus)

➤The lake Mir on the south of Telašćica is unique in Croatia - the only salt lake on the coast! It is a geomorphological phenomena because it is connected with natural underground channels with Adriatic sea what makes it salty

➤On the South part of the Park you can find cliffs that hold interesting flora and fauna, including rare red corals

➤Telašćica is a place where donkeys roam free! In isolated areas like islands or mountains they were a great treasure in old times, but today people abandon them due to modern transport and easier connections. On Kornati islands they are taken care of and walk freely, always happy to meet visitors - especially if they bring carrots

➤Besides one of the most beautiful beaches in the world Saharun, on Dugi otok you can also find the tallest lighthouse of Adriatic. It's yellow color is explained with a local legend - it was painted with no more and no less then 100 000 eggs!

➤Kornati and Telašćica are home of dolphins, protected species in Croatia which only counts about 200 of them

➤ Ošljak is another interesting Island in Zadar region - it's the smallest inhabited island of Adriatic with only 0,34 sq-km,

➤ Lavdara, Kornat, Žut, Lavsa... those are the islands that you can't reach with a public ferry or catamaran, you have to come with personal small boat. They are not inhabited and only have few small fisherman's houses that were build long time ago so the fisherman have somewhere to sleep on further and longer fishing trips.