Hvar experience - the one you have been waiting for!
REACH FOR YOUR DOSE OF HVAR! Let nothing stop you this summer to book your stay on time in Amfora, Adriana, Riva & Pharos hotels – attractive accommodation of hotel chain Sunčani Hvar Hotels.
Hvar doesn't need to be especially presented - over the years it has become one of the most visited islands of this part of Dalmatia, and it is also the birth place of organized tourism in Europe.
In order for you not to miss anything worth seeing or experiencing – we are presenting four theme tours under a common name Hvar Experience. If you choose this attractive package for adrenaline enthusiasts, lovers of sea blue or for those who like quality wine, here is what to expect!
2400 YEARS OLD WINE STORY will present itself during a visit to one or two wineries, and historical part of UNESCO protected heritage which has indeed priceless significance – did you know that Starigrad field is actually an unaltered, unique insight into the ways of Ancient Greeks who planted their first vines there?
Indulge yourself to enjoy in most appreciated Hvar wine drops, like dry white wine bogdanuša of pronounced freshness and flowery aromas. According to a legend, it was drank, due to its exceptional quality, exclusively for religious holidays (the name comes from Croatian expression given by God). There is also ruby red plavac, of harmonious taste and complex aromas, leaving scents of dry plum and vanilla in your nostrils!
MAYBE YOU WOULD rather include Starigrad plain in your adventure on two wheels? Just like the historic center of the town, it is ideal for an attractive combination of adventure and history On Hvar you will get just the right dose of Mediterranean charm while biking through lavender fields, by pebble beaches, olive groves and vineyards – miraculous places which you can explore!
Enjoy in blessings of Mediterranean climate, nature that leaves visitors breathless and total of 311 sunny days a year; all this creates a great combination for modern adventurers, especially cyclists!
LIGHT SHOW CREATED BY – NATURE awaits all of you who, instead of land, choose to stick to the sea surface!
You will be especially pleased with a one-day excursion that starts with a visit to the Green and Blue Cave, including Vis and Pakleni Islands! Swimming in the Green Cave on Ravnik islet, on the southeast side of Vis, thanks to game of light and crystal clear sea, is like a light show directed by nature, and nothing less exciting is a visit to Blue Cave on Biševo island, whose colours and reflections are considered to be one of the most beautiful world natural phenomena! A visit to this unavoidable destination is preceded by swimming and sunbathing in turquoise Stiniva bay, and next points are legendary Vis and authentic fishermen’s place Komiža!
IF YOU WANT SOMETHING to give you a real experience of the Mediterranean, a great idea is kayaking on Pakleni Islands in a fairy-tale-like surrounding crystal clear sea. If you are searching for an activity that will truly unite you with the scents of sea water and hum of sea – do not look any further! The islands are covered with dense pine wood, so there you can find refreshing shades even on the hottest summer day.
If you are a real boatswain, you can even rent a private speed boat within the hotel offer, and to reach the island as comfortably as possible, VIP services are at your disposal, as well as standard transfer.
VIP transfer is available 24 hours a day and it includes your direct transport from Split airport and a to your hotel on Hvar, while standard transfer includes regular ferry and catamaran lines. You can find more details on Sunčani Hvar transfers
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Become a tourist in your own town!
Sinj Tourist Board is organizing an educational action “Tourist in your own town”
March 4, 2017
Sinj Tourist Board is organizing, for 6th year in a row, educational action “TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN”. Namely, since 1990, on the initiative of The World Federation of Tourist Guide Association, with headquarters in Vienna, February 21 has been celebrated as International Day of Tourist Guides.
On this occasion, we are inviting all our residents and their guests to join us on Saturday, February 21, on Šetalište Alozija Stepinca, from where we will set out on a tour of our museums (Archaeological collection of Franciscan Monastery, Museum of Cetina Region, Sinj Alka Museum) and sightseeing of numerus cultural-historical monuments, under professional guidance of members of Sinj Tourist Guides Association “Osinium”. (Tour duration – one hour and a half).
First group starts at 10.30 a.m, and the second one at 3.30 p.m.
The aim of this free educational action is popularizing our historical and cultural heritage as an important factor in tourism development in our town, but also to raise awareness of its significance and importance in the entire society.
Do not miss a chance to visit, under professional guidance, numerous sights in our town, together with impressive exhibitions in Cetina Region Museum, Archaeological collection of Franciscan Monastery and Sinj Alka Museum.
It is necessary to confirm your attendance by phone, on 021 826 352 or e-mail [email protected] .
www.visitsinj.com
www.tz-trilj.hr
www.visitdugopolje.com
www.visitvrlika.com
www.tzo-klis.htnet.hr
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3rd Cetina region carnival
After the past two extremely successful carnivals featuring the traditional masks and characters of the Cetina region, we eagerly expect the same this year. This year’s carnival, organized by the Town of Sinj and the Sinj Tourist Board, will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017.
Our town has the honor to host the traditional carnival parade for the third time. Even for one day, the town will be taken over by Didi, the traditional parade with a strict schedule and rules of conduct deeply embedded in the local tradition.
The Didi have a long tradition of performing and are the best conveyors and keepers of the traditional festive customs of the Cetina region settlements.
The impressive figures demonstrate their strength and endurance by carrying sheep skin (mišina) on their heads at the height of a meter and a half, and bells around their waists. They are dressed in old clothing sewn with colorful details. They embody the ritual battle between the good spirits and winter, which they chase off with noise and jumping every year in the time of Lent.
Carnival customs such as this one exist in other parts of Croatia as well, but the value of the yearly carnival parades in the villages under the Kamešnica mountain was officially recognized by the Croatian Ministry of Culture. The parades are now protected as Croatian intangible cultural heritage.
Considering how the town of Sinj has always preserved and valued its rich cultural heritage, this carnival parade sets out to popularize the aforementioned tradition of carnival customs which are unique in the whole of Europe.
Besides the traditional carnival characters, a number of other groups will be participating in the parade, enriching the overall experience with their comic performances.
This year’s parade will also feature the traditional characters of the Neorić and Sutina settlements. Their characteristic is the 10-meter-high flag carried by the proud flag-bearers.
The jolly parade from over 20 different villages of the Cetina region will be led by noisy, colorful and defiant rams starting at 3 p.m. on the following route: NK Junak – Put Šumarije – Put Piketa –Miljenka Buljana Street (up to the bus terminal) – Put Ferate –Kneza Branimira Street – Brnaška Street – Kralja Tomislava Square.
The highlight of the parade will be on Sinj Pijaca where the groups will be presented. After the presentation an organized entertainment program will follow, lasting from 3:30 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Photo: Sinj Tourist board
www.visitsinj.com
www.tz-trilj.hr
www.visitdugopolje.com
www.visitvrlika.com
www.tzo-klis.htnet.hr
Discover a winter fairytale in Baranja, Bilje and Kopački rit!
Kopački rit – pristine beauty in winter splendor!
One of the best-preserved wetlands in Europe, Kopački rit, is situated in Baranja, in the triangle created by two great rivers, Danube and Drava. Located on the peripheral parts of municipality of Bilje, it is a true backbone of the tourism of the region, of its origin and development, which in addition to natural treasure, offers exceptional gastronomic and enological pleasures. The fact that family farms near Kopački rit achieved 6354 arrivals and 13,703 overnight stays of both domestic and foreign tourists, is very indicative of the success of this area: municipality of Bilje emerged as the top destination to enjoy your vacation, nature, cycling and gastronomic delicacies of the continental parts of the country.
photo: Tomislav Horvat
Everyone is already familiar with the fact that Kopački rit is a home to many bird species, especially water birds. So far as many as 300 species have been recorded, and the Park area is a nesting spot of emblematic white-tailed eagle – a symbol of the Park (www.parkovihrvatske.hr).
Hotspots recommendation: Take a special train ride through the beauty of the Park
At the visitors' disposal there is a number of ways to take a tour of the Park: tourist boats, small boats, canoes, bicycles and by foot. In these cold winter days there is also a heated tourist train, all with a professional guide who will introduce visitors in best possible way, to the natural resources of the Park. Regular rides are on weekdays at 11 am, and at 11.00h and 14.00h on weekends (there is also a possibility of scheduling appointments for groups).
Price of a train tour is kn 40,00 for all visitors, and reservations can be made every day from 8:00 to 16:00 pm on the phone number 031/445 445.
photo: Tomislav Horvat
The program also includes the contents of the admission center Kopačevo: video presentation, a visit to multimedia exhibition and the walking tour of the wooden walkway.
On our lakes and channels one can frequently see some swans, apparently unbothered by the winter.
photo: Boris Bolšec
The symbol of the Park - white-tailed eagle - resides in the Rit during the whole year and can be seen sitting on high, dry branches in search of prey. At the ponds one can see flocks of beautiful coots, and on the branches and roots along the channels a vividly coloured bird – kingfisher – can be noticed.
photo: Hrvoje Domazetović
When it snows and the frost covers willow tree branches and other vegetation, Kopački rit becomes a true fairytale scenery worth experiencing, not to mention relaxing walks over wooden bridges.
photo: Tomislav Horvat
Satisfaction of the visitors is best shown by the fact that last year the Park was visited by more visitors than ever before with a great rate of growth. We hope that more and more people will get to know and love Kopački rit in the future!
photo: Hrvoje Domazetović
A visit to the Park in this winter season will pleasantly surprise with its beauty, and certainly encourage visitor to come at another time of the year and discover another aspect of Kopački Rit.
Photos: Courtesy of Kopački Rit Nature Park Public Institution
Cover photo: Hrvoje Domazetović, other photos: Hrvoje Domazetović, Boris Bolšec, Tomislav Horvat
Dalmatian Zagora - fantasy land for cyclist!
Dalmatian Zagora is becoming increasingly recognized as a fantasy land for cyclists – both by two-wheeled vacation enthusiasts and by renters -almost all of them offer rent a bike or bike tours.
25 roads on 550 km, arranged, mapped and marked by Tourist Board of Split –Dalmatia County and Cycling Association; they go through the most beautiful regions of Dalmatian Zagora. TB of Split-Dalmatia County is especially sensitive about Dalmatian Zagora, so it has paid special attention to this region while working on a project of cycling roads that started three years ago.
These roads pass by rivers and lakes, waterfalls and springs, over beautiful hills and mountains, wind around historical sights and old taverns and rural households where traditional delicacies can be tried and tasted.
BIKE-FRIENDLY PROJECTS AND INTIATIVES. 4 roads located in Dugopolje, 10 in Trilj, 5 in Sinj and 3 in Vrlika can be found on a map Dalmatian Zagora – west; first of all 5 maps which are at disposal of Split-Dalmatia County. 3 roads located in Vrgorac, together with those in Imotski that are going to be arranged at the beginning of 2017, will be in a new map Dalmatian Zagora – east. Together with arranging roads, leading men of County’s tourism also started with certifying Bike and Bed facilities, while in Trilj 2 educations for Bike guides were held, so County has successfully certified 45 new bike guides. Cycling races are also being intensely organized, so this year on Dalmatian Zagora area two races were held in category of Croatian Cup: VN Dugopolje and XCM Atrium spring in Klis, and several recreational bike tours and races. All this has opened new possibilities for successful tourism development in Dalmatian Zagora!
LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT THE ROADS! Among 25 beautiful roads, each of them characterised by their own uniqueness, it is almost impossible to single out the favourites, but we are sure that, whichever you take, you will have an exceptional experience.
Vranjača Cave, which is among the most intriguing in Dalmatia due to the richness of its speleothems, can be visited as a part of the road in Dugopolje (401 Vranjača). This completey asphalted road that leads to Vranjača Cave and Kotlenice place and ascends up the county road in a small village Kute. If you manage to conquer this ascent and several consecutive serpentines, you will face a new challenge – almost 10 km of road that leads to this protected geomorphological natural site!
No less attractive is 404 Pometeno Brdo road in Klis – apart from being surrounded by Pometeno brdo, it goes through 7 villages located in untouched nature. Also, there are 7 historical churches and numerous cultural-historical sights, among which is baroque fort Tartaglia from 17th/18th century, ancient localities north of St Michael's Church and numerous old wells!
Truly idyllic is 451- Cetina Sinj road. It partly follows the Cetina river flow and goes through fertile Sinj field and variety of colourful cultivated land, all the way to Trilj and equestrian club St Michael. It also has attractive resting resorts where those in love of tame natural landscape can rest and regain their strength for the upcoming adventures.
To cyclotourists who are also culture enthusiasts, road 452-Aequum will be breath-taking! Together with valuable archaeological site from 1st century, ancient colony COLONIA CLAVDIA AEQVVM (today’s Čitluk) there are also unavoidable points – neoromanic parish church of St Nicholas in Bajagić place, as well as impressive bridges over Cetina, in Panj and Han. Miloševo lake in Hrvace place is also worth visiting. It was here where, according to a legend, St George killed the dragon!
Road Pet izvora (454) will by all means provide you with an unforgettable experience – there you can find clear and cold springs of Cetina tributaries – Ruda, Rumin and Grab, which are protected significant landscapes. Another extraordinary thing is that old mills in Grab grind wheat using the force of water flow in a traditional way! Road 455-Oko Visoke will lead, all of a sudden, to steep hilly ascent, surrounded by greenery of numerous boskets and groves.
VAST QUANTITY OF CONTENTS. Aforementioned roads aren't even the third part of the entire content that awaits you if you set off to two-wheeled adventure along Dalmatian Zagora. Among other roads there are those which are tied to interesting tales. For example, 507-Gaj Liberije road (Trilj-Gardun-Tilurium-Trilj); 3 km long road named after a boy whose relief is shown in stele that was found there. He is holding a ball resembling the football ball, and points to the possibility that this famous sports game was played near Cetina even 2000 years ago and that Romans took it from Illyrian tribe Delmati!). Also, there is one named after world globetrotters (it is highly demanding paved mountain road, 51 km long, named 575 - Mate Svjetski, after a man from Vrgorac who spent 19 years travelling alone and discovering the world by going through 360 000 km, on 5 continents.
We won't tell you everything, discover the rest by yourselves – and we leave the choice of roads to you. Create your own travelling memories filled with unexplored iconic beauty by going through fascinating landscapes and refreshing with homemade dishes of the regions you pass through!
Photo: Archive Split - Dalmatia County board!
www.dalmatia.hr
IRRESISTIBLE RURAL OASES IN THE EAST OF OUR BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY!
Miraculous corners of the Croatian East have been unjustly neglected for years on the itinerary of domestic and foreign visitors.
In accordance with the increasingly popular rural tourism trends, rounded up with a selection of quality rural households and authentic domestic cuisine, the Vukovar – Srijem region slowly but surely conquers its place on the ever-growing map of the splendid rural tourism offer.
For instance, well-known Vukovar restaurants found their place even on the demanding TripAdvisor, where they are ranked with high grades along with many epithets.
Gondola Sotin
Excellent food, great fish soup, great value for your money...are merely a few of the complimenting reviews concerning gastronomic experiences in Vukovar - Srijem region. But, since the food is hardly the only advantage of this area, which boasts many additional attractions, we bring you a short guide to what to see and explore, and let you choose the activities according to your own preferences.
And you can expect about a lot: a variety of gastronomic and wine pleasures, fishing, walking, cycling, swimming, tennis courts, landscaped routes, Danube cycling trails, Liska and 'Sultan's trail' hiking trails, boating, or taking advantage of the unique opportunity to enjoy a river ride and the calm reflection of the Danube.
Let's start from Ilok
If you decide to visit Ilok, you will be greeted by marvelous Danube from one side, and by the romantic vista of the old town from the other: there are church, monastery, walls, park, old wine cellar, Turkish monuments. There are stairs under the fortress leading from the Acropolis, and there is also a path towards the Danube and the small Danube stream called Dunavac.
For more information about this package tour, visit hoteldunavilok.com.
Active tourism - riding and tasting superb local food
For all of you who love the feeling of wind blowing through your hair, your next destination is Županja, more precisely the Equestrian Center „Županjski kas“. They offer horseback riding (therapeutic and recreational). You can opt for a classic walk on horseback, riding, grooming and taking care of the horses, riding school, training courses, or a day trip where you can even watch the horse shoeing.
Another equestrian center is yet one more destination worth the search - Equestrian Club 'Eohippus'. It is located only 3.5 km from the center of Vinkovci and surrounded by the idyllic atmosphere of the Slavonian plains. In the barn, there are six horses of various breeds - Haflinger, Holstein and a Croatian Warmblood – specially trained to work with children, adults, and people with special needs. In addition to horses, visitors can play with pets and see other domestic animals.
RURAL HOUSEHOLD JANKOVIĆ IN VRBANJA
This idyllic object has 4 beds in a two-room apartment with the possibility of food services, pouring drinks and beverages from domestic production. It also offers the possibility of riding, enjoying the tranquility of the rural landscape, and absolute relaxation.
OPG DUNAVSKI RAJ (DANUBE PARADISE FAMILY FARM)
Impressive estate, located near the archaeological site of Vučedol at the elevated Danube river bank, in the area characterized by spacious Vukovar plain and slopes of Fruška Gora richly lined with vineyards. Located in a pleasant natural environment of Srijem fields and vineyards, it offers the enjoyment of a good snack, even better wine drops and numerous options for an active holiday.
Expect a location of unpolluted air, the absence of noise and vibration, and preserved nature - the perfect place to spend a short, active and anti-stress holiday.
OPG Dunavski raj
The ability to perform a range of fun activities on the property - from old games, through workshops in traditional manufacturing, to the various entertainment options - makes Dunavski raj a perfect place for active vacation.
Photo: Tourist Board of Vukovar.
For more information about this site, go to the web address dunavski-raj.com
ACIN SALAŠ
If you visit this object, you will be welcomed by an irresistible display of eco-ethno beauty. You will see all of the traditional objects: barns, blockhouses, pigsties, horse stables, sweeps, bread ovens, smokers, Ovčarnik.
The food is prepared in a traditional Šokac way. The joy next to the cauldron for brandy distilling, traditional pig slaughter and many other Slavonian customs, complete the experience of living in a traditional Šokac household.
SNAŠINI KUĆARI
Near Županja, there's an old family house, one of the oldest in the village, equipped with authentic, 150-years-old furniture and various utensils.
In addition to its historical value, the house is designed for vacation of tourists, whether they are chance travelers, or their arrival is previously organized. Ethno house has a living room, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a souvenir shop, a showroom and a large courtyard, which has a covered terrace with tables suitable for reception of larger groups of visitors.
In Snašini kućari, antiquity lovers will discover many artifacts within the souvenir shop that offers local products: winter food stores, fruit juices, jams... Guests can also watch zucchini decorating, and participate in making of gold embroidery (available for small and large groups).
Bošnjaci – opt for the path of excellent tasting rooms and rural households with wonderful homemade food
When it comes to anything in Slavonia, there is always too much and never too little. Here is our selection of quite a few ethno attractions, that will take you back in time, to the carefree childhood days.
OPG JUZBAŠIĆ – MATKOVA PECARA (JUZBAŠIĆ FAMILY FARM)
In their tasting room, richly decorated in rustic style, in addition to brandies and liqeurs, you can try some homemade Slavonian meat products and pastries. They also offer plum and quince brandy, apple schnapps, elderberry, quince, cherry and walnut liqueur.
Their brandies and liqueurs were displayed at numerous trade fairs: PHS, Croatian village products in Zagreb, Autumn in Lika, Eco-Ethno, Slavin, Osijek Fair, and they always make a remarkable appearance at the National exhibition of fruit brandies and liqueurs in Vinkovci. Any such performance is usually followed by a medal, so see for yourself why this is the case.
Visit OPG Juzbašić - Matkova pecara, and all information can be found at the link www.visitvukovar-srijem.com/hr
It is impossible to be in Bošnjaci and not to visit the Forestry Museum, founded in 2007. Oak is synonymous with this area - tall, strong resistant, steadfast, just as the inhabitants of this region.
Visit the museum that preserves the memory of a part of our national history and forestry.
OPG ŠARČEVIĆ (ŠARČEVIĆ FAMILY FARM)
We invite you to the plum brandy and fruit (walnut, cherry, hawthorn, pomegranate, quince and elderberry) liquer tasting in authentic Šokac ambience in Bošnjaci, at the Šarčević family estate. In the courtyard there is also an antique sweep for extracting water from a well. OPG Šarčević has won many awards for superior quality products, produced in the spirit of Šokac traditions and ways of life as a part of everyday life, festivities and customs. The building has three rooms and six beds. More information can be found at: www.visitvukovar-srijem.com
MUNICIPALITY OF NIJEMCI: Experience a very special river attraction!
If you've always wanted to sail along the forest river, this is an experience tailor-made for you. Dense oak forest and Spačva river have a special story to tell.
Nijemci bird watching center is connected with Srijem bicycle route, so you can combine the two activities; cycling and enjoying the rich birdlife. If you want to take a peek at the old and the more recent history of this picturesque village, visit the Luka Natali Heritage Museum in the very town center, within the pastoral center of the Nijemci parish. Everything can be found here: from the formation of the village, through the Middle Ages, up to the modern history and the Civil War. Within the museum there is also Bakina soba (Grandma's room), decorated in traditional style with details from the past which nostalgically take you back in time.
OPG BIČANIĆ (BIČANIĆ FAMILY FARM)
Distillery and Budimka apartments are located in the heart of Ilok vineyards and orchards, overlooking the mighty blue Danube.
Budimka provides its visitors with a tour of the distillery, vineyards and orchards, and with the possibility of brandy tasting and buying homemade products.
Overnight stay with a homemade breakfast prepared according to the old, almost forgotten recipes, is available in 7 apartments with interesting fruit-inspired names. Apartments are equipped with a double bed, with the possibility of an extra bed or cot, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning and LCD TV. More information is available on the web: visitvukovar-srijem.com.
DANUBE – Europe's second largest river. For lovers of river rides and of such quiet only a river can offer!
After sailing Spačva through the woods, you can also sail Europe's second largest river, the Danube, within the excursion of your choice.
VUKOVAR BAJADERA WATERBUS – THE MAGIC OF A SUPREME PLEASURE!
Take this electro - solar panoramic tourist boat for a walk along DANUBE - enjoy a panoramic ride along the Danube, its backwaters and views of the sandy islands - Adas. Indulge in the scent of the river and in the view of Vukovar from another perspective.
A river fairy tale - take a ride in Danubius and enjoy the calm reflections of beautiful Danube.
In Ilok you can experience a true, challenging, somewhat luxurious ride, following the desired route, whether it is a short panoramic ride under the bridge, right to the border or Šarengradska Ada, or it is a longer one that leads to Vukovar, Osijek and Novi Sad.
Tours are organized for groups of up to approximately 50 people. It is possible to arrange catering on board, tastings of Ilok wines, to have a nice drink and enjoy the Danube waves standing on the prow of a boat or in a cozy bar, with music and a view through the window!
Explore the call of the wilderness in a calm plain - visit a Cerna Zoo in the middle of Slavonian plains!
This zoo welcomes visitors since 1994 and currently there are about 50 species of animals in it. Here you can see bears, jaguar, lynx, foxes, monkeys, a 4.5 meters long anaconda, horses, eagles, parrots...
If you are into exotic experiences and tastes, there's no need to go to Africa – just visit Cerna on the Ilija Rimac's OPG (Family Farm). If you want a unique experience, don't wait - it is waiting for you!
SRIJEM WINES
There are many wineries in Ilok that are, in addition to the wine growing, also focused on wine tourism. Each visitor can choose between visiting some of the typical Srijem wine cellars dug into the hill, or experience the modern winery. Everywhere you will be able to learn about the process of wine making and enjoy the warm family atmosphere. Did you know that viticulture and wine production in the region of Ilok have an uninterrupted tradition of almost 1800 years?
ILOK WINE CELLARS – A SYMBOL OF ILOK AND VUKOVAR-SRIJEM COUNTY
But, what would lovely Ilok be without its famous wine cellars, a true symbol of this area? It is the millenia-old tradition of wine growing and high-quality assortment wine making, from vineyards that descend to the mighty Danube in the wavy plateaus of western slopes of Fruška Gora. They produce wine from 990 hectares of vineyard locations (330 ha of their own, and 660 ha of purchase), with a total annual wine making production of approximately 4 million liters.
In addition to the basic activities, viticulture and wine production, they also develop authentic and unique tourist and gastronomic offer, by connecting tourist destination attractions, with wine-making and viticulture.
Visit the Ilok Old Cellar (Stari podrum) - information and booking on tel: 032 590 088. And if you want to stay in touch with news related to their high quality wines, feel free to visit and like their Facebook page, and in this way support superior local enological production!
In recent years, Ilok wine cellars intensively work on the development of a network of their own retail stores across Croatia. You can taste the Vukovar wines in a well-known Vukovar wine producing association Vukovarska vina, which brings together all the wine producers from Vukovar. Feel the charm of the joint of rural and urban, and be revived by a glass of this divine potion.
Since all objects prepare fresh homemade meals according to the original recipes, it is recommendable to promptly announce your arrival.
On the website of the Tourist Board of Vukovar – Srijem County, find out all about the best rural households, which attractions to visit and why is the cuisine of this region so special. Learn all about the possibilities of active tourism and best ways to experience all the natural beauties of the area, enjoying the river scenery, culinary paradise and of course, excellent wines.
Photos of the wine: Vanja Vidaković
If you want to book a room in a cozy and comfortable hotel, it is not a problem either, because in Vukovar - Srijem County you will find a rich selection. Excursion sites, wineries, bike trails, river sightseeings, rural households, cultural and historical heritage... all of these, spiced with irresistible cuisine, make a great invitation to experience at least some of these treasures already this fall!
Welcome!
Photos: Courtesy of Vukovar – Srijem Tourist Board and archives of rural households, archives of Tourist Board of Vukovar
Photo of wine; Vanja Vidaković
Cover photo; Ilok wine cellars
SISAK – THE CITY OF SPORTS AND ACTIVE TOURISM
A destination situated at the confluence of three rivers, Sisak, is abundant with attractions - both in the city itself and outside it! In previous texts we have dealt with its amazing surroundings, invited you at the Days of beer, talked about industrial heritage, the benefits of Kupa and numerous historic sites, whereas today we bring a brief city guide for active holiday lovers!
First of all, let us introduce you to the facilites of the Sisak Sports and Recreation Center. It has been – and still is! - responsible for healthy mind in a healthy body of Sisak citizens and their sports-loving guests for decades. Its facilities include: an indoor olympic swimming pool, a large city stadium, Kupa recreational center, Zibel city baths. At the visitors’ disposal there are also an outdoor swimming pool, ice skating rink, three baseball fields with artificial turf, two sand volleyball courts and a tennis court.
The facility also offers a number of attractive programs: from everyday swimming (weekends included!), Pilates aqua aerobic, functional training, specialized swim training, gym and sauna, to the indoor football and tennis. Wide selection of activities is appropriate for all ages, and custom-tailored for each individual, and it is particularly adapted to the youngest ones who are in this way able to learn about sport activities.
A special convenience is the possibility of sports preparation for different groups of professional athletes, with an emphasis on the swimming pool.
Foreign teams often organize their performance trainings at the SRC Sisak pool, because there are also sports hall, gym and sauna at their disposal, as well as accommodation facilities (hotels and rooms for rent) in the vicinity of the pool.
A further advantage for Sisak citizens and their guests is the fact that this impressive sports center is located in the very heart of the city of Sisak, and is easily accessible. Sports groups also have the opportunity to travel around the city and surrounding area through cooperation of SRC Sisak and the Tourist Board of Sisak, and another convenience is a free use of bicycles owned by Tourist Board of Sisak in their free time.
There are also soccer fields with artificial turf, and football fans can enjoy their sport either through training or through watching matches.
Since you are already in Sisak, it would be a shame not to try functional bike trails interspersed throughout the city, enjoy the views and the river reflection of this small historic gem.
Sisak is certainly one of the most beautiful tourist towns whose distinctive industrial heritage is being actively studied and evaluated as an exceptional treasure of cultural identity and economic legacy.
And the field of Lonja river (Lonjsko Polje) with its vacation facilities, is increasingly being discovered by domestic and foreign visitors, along with the other charms of this region.
There are numerous advantages of Sisak and its surroundings, slowly but surely discovered by both domestic and foreign visitors - for example, on the website Booking.com they gave very high grades to the rural households in the city area and equally highly ranked private accommodation in the city.
Read our travelogue related to Sisak and its surroundings and don’t forget, Sisak is not even an hour away from Zagreb - it is easy to visit and even easier to stay there longer than planned.
Visit Sisak! For more active vacation options, visit the Tourist Board of the City of Sisak and find out all about the offer of other sports facilities - www.sisakturist.com!
And finally, we send a little sunshine from Sisak (comes in handy against the winter blues). Welcome!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Sp-Dc1Stcs
Photo credit: Croatia Hotspots, photos ŠRC SISAK
Bol's cycling roads - Poker of Queens!
MEDITERRANEAN HEAVEN FOR CYCLOTOURISTS- we know it as one of the most beautiful and most successful destinations, where even in late summer beaches are packed - it is our tourist champion Bol. Now it has got a new dose of tourist attraction – great cycling roads!
These roads, named after characteristic Mediterranean therapeutic herbs, are real poker of queens, so we had to ensure them a title of main stars of our text. Which other trump Bol keeps up its sleeve – especially form tennis world, you will find out in the following lines!
ROADS WHOSE NAME SAYS IT ALL. While riding along Kadulja (Sage) road you can clearly smell this miraculous therapeutic plant. Therefore, this road is perfect for all those who want to feel the nature; and with its 55 km and 1400 m of ascent, it also presents a real challenge! It starts in Bol and ascends to Gornji Humac, rewarding its visitor all the way with a view of beautiful landscapes, autochthonous Brač’s places and small villages and hamlets.
It descends down to Selca and to the easternmost place on Brač – Sumartin, where it ascends again to Selca and Povlja, back to Bol on the same track.
A VIEW THAT REACHES ITALY will be your main reward for conquering beautiful Pinija (Pine) road! This 90,4 km long road with 2160 m of ascent that goes through the most beautiful landscapes is intended for those who like long MTB rides. It starts in Bol and goes to Murvica, all by the sea. It ascends in serpentines to Obršje, turns to Dračevica and descends to Sutivan by Vela gomila, through olive groves. It reaches Supetar through Mirca place, along wide macadam only a few metres from the sea; there it turns back to Mirca, but this time it turns south and ascends through Olive roads to Donji Humac. Through Nerežišća it goes up to Brač’s highest point – Vidova Gora where you can enjoy in beautiful view of Hvar, Šolta, Vis…all the way to Italy! It goes back to starting point in Bol along the coast, through Murvica and by Golden Cape beach.
You will ride ALONG THE ROADS OF BRAČ’S WINEMKERS if you dare to take Plavac Mali road! Combined, hilly, circular, 44 km long road starts from centre of Bol along the waking path and across Golden Cape beach, further to Murvica. It continues to west through vineyards of Plavac Mali to V.Farska. Then serpentines begin, leading to deserted hamlet Obršje. The road then turns east through pine wood and, just like Pinija road, it takes you to Vidova Gora peak with a beautiful viewpoint. Across Vidova Gora plateau it leads to airport and descends down the state road back to Bol, where it ends.
Ružmarin (Rosemary) road is 19,8 km long with few ascends. It goes east form Bol centre to Dominican Monastery, and then you will ride on macadam to east, through olive groves and wine yards to the very end of the road. There is a U-turn that leads back to Bol, along the old roads in Murivca direction, and back along the walking path to Bol centre.
ELEGANT SPORT IN ELEGANT AMBIENCE. Bol strives to elegance in everything (just think of its visual identity and Golden Cape beach which is one of the most memorable symbols of national tourism!) so it is not surprising that white sport – tennis, returned there! WTA 125K tournament will hopefully return Bol its former glory as one of the most attractive tennis destinations, and next year it will be held from 4 to 11 June. With young tennis hopes and abundance of additional activities like attractive hotel accommodation and numerous opportunities for enjoying in sun and the sea in peak season, Bol has all the chances to become Croatian Saint-Tropez!
VINSKA TRADICIJA KOJA TRAJE CIJELO STOLJEĆE. U samom centru Bola smjestila se vinarija Stina. Vinarija koja datira iz 1903 godine, kada je i osnovana vinska zadruga kako bi služila potrebama stanovnika Bola, slovi za jedan od najsuvremenije uređenih i opremljenih vinskih podruma u Hrvatskoj! Ako ste ljubitelj kvalitetne vinske kapljice, preporučamo kušanje nove marke vina – Stina - napravljene od autentičnih vrsta grožđa: Pošip, Vugava (bijela vina) i Plavac Mali (crno)!
A CENTURY LONG WINE TRADITION. At the very centre of Bol winery Stina is located. It dates back to 1903, when winery collective was established to serve the needs of Bol residents. It is known as one of the most modernly equipped wine cellars in Croatia! If you are a wine enthusiast we recommend tasting new wine - Stina – made of authentic wine varieties – Pošip, Vugava (white wines) and Plavac Mali (red wine)!
BOL IS EQUALLY LIKED BY ALL. When Mrs Valentina Palajsa, an accountant from Karlovac Technical School, booked her accommodation in Elaphusa hotel, she didn’t even dream of being awarded as 100 000th visitor! With record-breaking 100 000 visitors in only one season, Bol really outdid itself. In October this was celebrated and special recognition awards were given – to mark the best season ever. Guest structure was also interesting – Germany, Scandinavian countries and France accounted for 83 000 - 86 000 overnight stays, followed by Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Italy and Great Britain! Therefore, we can conclude that this is universally likeable destination and what other to wish but -to keep up with good tourist achievements!
Više: bol.hr
SOLIN WINTERFEST – Points out the importance of family and life!
14 January - 14 February 2017.
IN THE YOUNGEST TOWN IN CROATIA EXCEPTIONALLY DESIGNED WINTER FESTIVAL AWAITS YOU…and if you visit this town between 14 January and 14 February you will see for this yourselves! Namely, this is one of the rare manifestations that together with promoting cultural, natural and religious heritage of the town – puts basic life values to centre!
WEEK ONE – WATER – it is a part of lovely Solin’s jigsaw puzzle of experiences. Its main stars are jewels of natural heritage: the Jadro River, softmouth trout and very rare swamp cypress! Try to prepare trout in Gastro workshop, take your youngest to Drawing school or Workshop for children with flour from Mlinica, or try to make a natural heritage souvenir in Parać house!
WEEK TWO – MERCY – aims to present religious heritage of Solin – from church of Our Lady of the Island as the oldest Marian shrine in Croatia, to the very beginnings of Christianity on this area!
Visit Solin’s churches ad chapels, attend a lecture about St Duje, or go on a thematic tour of the town called ‘’Tracks of Solin’s martyrs’’!
WEEK THREE – HERITAGE - abounds in contents that raise awareness of the importance of protecting cultural-historical heritage and its quality interpretation!
Participate in archaeological workshops for children and grown-ups, enjoy in Salona sights and City gallery Zvonimir Solin (The Night of Museums), try to make Solinjanka head out of recycled paper or see how good you are in embroidery, knitting and crocheting!
If you have any energy left after all these activities – we recommend a visit to a rock concert!
WEEK FOUR – LOVE – a wonderful final piece of Solin’s jigsaw puzzle. Through making hearts, gifts and cards for Valentine’s Day, tournament in forgotten games, lovely dance party and numerous other contents Solin invites you to celebrate basic life values, for it has always been a town-friend of children and family.
Let’s respond in as greater number as we can, because no matter how cold the winter of 2017 gets, Solin will keep our hearts warm.
More: www.solin-info.com
Photo: TB Solina
Destination worth visiting – take a boat ride or cycle through Sisak and it s surroundings
Did you know?
During the 18th and 19th century Sisak was the largest Croatian inland harbor, and river Kupa hosted up to thousand ships.
The first river steamboat in Croatian history was Sloga from Sisak.
The first Roman emperor Augustus, who conquered Segesta, issued a proclamation to conduct the population census, due to which Mary and Joseph went from Nazareth to Bethlehem.
The oldest football club in Croatia was established in 1906 in Sisak by the name of Segesta.
At the estuary of Kupa into Sava, proudly stands the witness of the most important Croatian victory over Turkish invaders in 16th century - Old Town fortress.
The first railway line in Croatia was built between Zidani Most and Sisak via Zagreb.
Journey through Sisak-Moslavina County
We have visited the city of Sisak, a historic city on three rivers and its marvelous surroundings. City is bordered by the dense forest at the edge of which you are calmly greeted by the magnificent Old Town. It gives you a warm welcome and reveals a wealth of historical heritage, in the irresistible whirl of miraculous nature.
City of Sisak owes its unique position to three rivers: Kupa, Sava and Odra. Kupa is the ultimate symbol of Sisak and also a stage for numerous events throughout the year. There are few cities in Croatia whose inhabitants can pride themselves with the fact that river flows through the city center where you can swim, paddle, dive, or take a ride on a boat or ship. You can find out more about the secrets of Kupa river in this article.
(Detail from Kupa nights, photo: Sisak Tourist Board Facebook page)
But let's start from the beginning. We started the journey with the visit to village Krapje in the heart of Lonjsko polje nature park.
We are thankful to professional guides from the nature park who gave us a lecture about this unique area.
Birds, flowers, sandbanks and traditional wooden houses form one of the most picturesque landscapes in Croatia, it feels as if we wandered into one of the fairytales from Ivana Brlić Mažuranić or H. C. Andersen.
Lovely village of Krapje is rich with valuable traditional architecture of national significance and the only village in Croatia with the status of architectural heritage site. Since 1995, it has become a tradition to celebrate the day of European heritage.
One of the things especially interesting to us was the traditional house construction from natural materials (oak), perfectly integrated into natural surroundings. Diligence, craftsmanship and modesty that draw its roots from poverty of older generations, preserves the heritage of this region in a special way.
Lonja Field – take a boat ride through the natural paradise
After a tour around the village and around the soft sandbank of river Sava, we were taken for a ride with solar boat along the nature park Lonjsko polje.
The topography of this area was shaped by the river Sava throughout number of years. It has shaped the coastline, creating an unique landscapes which are enjoyed today by the visitors and residents of this area. If you want to know more about the old way of life in this area, visit the specially designed theme pathway that connects the northern part of Lonjsko Polje with Moslavina wine-growing hills and Sava River.
So we found out that Nature park Lonjsko polje contains one of the largest complexes of naturally preserved flooded lowland forests in Europe and beyond. Animals, plants and people have been living here for centuries in a happy symbiosis. And everything gives you a feeling of tranquility and peace. It almost seemed incredible that we left a bustling metropolis barely an hour ago.
One of the characteristic trees in this ecosystem is famous "Slavonian oak", well known in Europe for its quality. Of many plant, fish and animal species, we must mention storks, the greatest attraction you will be able to see up close, if you visit the village of Čigoč.
This pearl of Croatian heritage is located on the right bank of Sava river, along the river branch called Silence (Tišina). Due to the large number of nests on wooden roofs of Posavina houses, Čigoč village was proclaimed the first European village of storks in 1984. And storks love best to nest exactly in Čigoč, given the fact that here they nest 3,8 chicks per pair on average!
Since the weather served us well, we could see the fairy-tale ambience and enjoy the utter silence disturbed only by the sounds of birds. Trees and wooden houses, flowers and river nearby, have formed the peculiar composition of colors, sounds and smells.
The river lured us to swim. Sandbanks called us to stretch our towels on them. But we had a lot more places to visit.
Ethno village Old Lonja - one of the most beautiful destinations of our journey
After Krapja, we arrived at the ethno village Old Lonja. There we were blinded by hundred shades of green, something that can't be seen on streets of Zagreb. We were thrilled by the harmony, peace and quietness of this rural household, a place that has everything you need for the ideal vacation in nature.
Friendly hosts have greeted us, offered us wine and world-class liquors, roasted fish and local meat, which catapulted us into orbit of gastronomic enjoyment.
And tempted us to stay there a day or two or longer. (or until they send us away).
If you are looking for a rural household with affordable prices but incredible natural beauty, charm, natural harmony and fine food, be sure to visit this farm. It is just an hour away from Zagreb, and hosts can organize tours on demand and provide you with accommodation.
We moved on towards the ethnographic collection of Sučić family. Invigorated by local food and very happy, we marked the Old Lonja in our excursion schedule as a must see destination for the future.
Ethnographic collection of Sučić family
We visited the ethnographic collection of Sučić family which originated from preserving and collecting traditional objects and today has about 700 different items related to life and economy of this part of Posavina. We sow a real small ethnic treasure; from woodworking tools, farming tools, tools for fishing, transport vehicles, to various practical items related to daily life in the household. Folk costumes, towels, souvenirs, everything is created from natural materials collected or made by the family for years, and their impressive collection has been added to the list of Croatian cultural heritage.
Traditions Čigoć
foto: Tradicije Čigoć
We have also visited the famous Traditions Čigoć, another tourist attraction in this area. It is a well known for its traditional dishes from Posavina, of which we recommend their deer goulash, fish paprikash and "Posavina pot". With each dish they include special delicacy "Čigočica" (flatbread from the bread oven filled with homemade cheese and cream).
It is customary to hear some stories about tradition of river fishing from the hosts while tasting the carp and perch fishes prepared by their own recipe. Uniqueness of this place has been discovered by the campers, and we have unanimously agreed that they could not find a better place for absolute rest.
Sisak city - unusual and unconventional urban area that is easy to love
We came at the start of the three-day event, well known as Kupa nights, of which you can read in more detail on this link. We were taken on a guided tour (organized by the Sisak Tourist Board) through the city. The city is full of greenery, on each step you can see magnificent trees, parks and flower beds.
Kupa nights have certainly taken our full attention. The city was all about the boats, aero show spectacle and other interesting programmes.
Aero show best captures the spectacle that are this year's Kupa nights (photo Damir Pahić)
And a little more aerial acrobatics (photo Damir Pahić). The one who says there is no life in Sisak, has obviously never visited it. And he definitely should.
Out of other landmarks, whose description would require a whole new text, we will only mention the "Re-think" murals, Old Bridge - Military Sisak, Mali Kaptol, City Hall, Sculpture Park, Veliki Kaptol, Old Bridge, the Basilica of St. Quirinus, Sisak historic ring...
We have also visited the wonderful Old Town where we were transported in a relaxed and happy atmosphere of a Neretva river boat from the Boatmen Association of Sisak (Udruga lađara Sisak). By a pure chance we also witnessed the Sisak wedding scene that conjured up the spirit of this city - a city that seems to be pretty easy to love.
We ended our trip with cycling through Sisak, which is literally covered with cobwebs of bicycle paths through which we were guided. Sisak and surroundings are mecca for cyclists and active holidays, and we experienced that personally while driving through the entire city. It is difficult to single out whether it is better to ride in Neretva river boat or to cycle through Sisak, so we recommend you to try both.
We left full of impressions of the city that is in reach from Zagreb with just an hour drive. With its necklace of countryside households, with its unique nature park and the enchanting beauty of natural and architectural heritage, we are determined to pay another visit. And to make it as soon as possible. Because this destination definitely has a lot to show, throughout the seasons.
Text and photos: Croatia Hotspots
Photo Aero show - Damir Pahić, taken from the FB page Tourist Board of Sisak
Equestrian tourism – an exquisite tourist attraction of Bjelovar-Bilogora county
By developing new forms of tourism in Croatian inland, some destinations have improved their offer and took it a step further from classic sightseeing tourism.
Development of agro-tourism with rich choice of domestic food and wine is complemented with new forms of tourist products and offerings. For example, there are ten active equestrian associations in Bjelovar-Bilogora county and around the same number of "horse welcome" agritourism estates.
Bjelovar-Bilogora county is also a host for national and international competitions in endurance riding. Starting this year, in collaboration with the international equestrian association ENGEA, first 8 certified guides for tourist horse riding have been registered in this area.
It is also an interesting fact that Bjelovar-Bilogora county area contains 198 kilometers of marked equestrian trails, which connect it with neighbouring Virovitica-Podravina and Koprivnica-Križevci counties. Equestrian tourism became a part of standard tourist offer in this area, as a result of synergy between the work of Tourist Board of Bjelovar-Bilogora county, enterpreneurs in private sector and professional associations. There has been a significant increase in tourist traffic throughout 2015, which is further improved with new complex tourist products including active vacation with emphasis on equestrian tourism.
Within this initiative, Bjelovar-Bilogora county will host the Balkans championship in long distance riding in September 2016, in cooperation with the Croatian Equestrian Federation.
International equestrian tourism convention was held in May.
Bjelovar-Bilogora county has recently hosted an international convention of equestrian tourism, which took place between 13 and 15 May 2016 at several locations throughout the county. In the meeting of professionals several discussions were held - about rural development through system of equestrian trails in Italy and Croatia, safety on riding trails and the development of inland tourism through the prism of equestrian activities. In addition, an international team of experts carried out the inspection and certification of equestrian trails in county, which included these trails in international listings of equestrian tourist offer.
Agritourism estate "On a little hill" – family farm Vlajinić
This three-day event is important for all agritourism estates - family farms on Bilogora route, which have been intensely developing their attractive offerings for guests from Croatia and all over Europe. This is the way they can further promote their thematic tourist products - from enogastronomy to cultural and active tourism.
Photo: Wine road of Bilogora
Hotspots recommendation:
On the magical slopes of Bilogora hills near Bjelovar, there is an excursion site and a wine shop Vinia situated on Šapić family farm.
It is located four kilometers from Bjelovar city in the direction of Đurđevac. The precise location of this family farm is a small suburban place named Puričani.
Visitors can enjoy the ambiance of a fairy tale. They can also expect a number of different creative programs for standard holiday or active holiday, all held in the idyllic rural atmosphere. Programs include the offer of traditional dishes from this region, tasting of local wines from Bilogora hills, wine cellar tours and terrain horseback riding.
Terrain riding on family farm Šapić – excursion site Vinia
If you have horse riding license, if spending time in nature fills you with peace and harmony, if horses have been your love ever since childhood, we highly recommend this idyllic estate. Horseback riding can be done with or without the presence of the coach, but for the official tourist routes of Bilogora you will be escorted by a guide. For groups of riders and multi-day tours on the family estate Šapići, you will be provided with all the necessary infrastructure (accommodation in double bedded rooms, restaurant, parking for campers, catering on the field).
There is also a riding school for children and beginners with expert guidance provided.
By clicking on this link you can find a brochure with more info about the tourist offer of Bjelovar-Bilogora county and the richness of its diversity. Discover your own piece of green paradise, feel the tranquility and peace under the shade of old trees with the wind in your hair. Later you can invigorate yourself with top quality locally grown food and wine. Many consider this to be the ideal recipe for a summer happiness, far from the summer throngs and the tourist crowds.
Also, do not forget there are agritourism estates with tasty local delicacies, such as family farm and excursion site Mihoci – the door of Bilogora, which await for you on riding routes.
Photo: Restaurant Mihoci
Everything you need to know about the equestrian tourism offer in this county, you can find on this link.
Visit the Tourist Board of Bjelovar - Bilogora county and keep up to date with all the news about our offer and interesting happenings that we are preparing for this summer.
Welcome!
Photographs taken from: photos of family farm Šapić - resort and wine shop Vinia, family farm Mihoci (photos of food), Tourist Board of Bjelovar - Bilogora county (panoramic photos) and family farm Vlajinić
Photo: TZ BBZ
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New face of traditional cuisine – a culinary spring tour across Sisak county
WHETHER YOU ARE PLANNING TO WATCH EXHIBITION IN THE CITY OR TO TAKE A WALK ALONG RURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN ITS SURROUNDINGS – SISAK IS WELL WORTH OF INVESTIGATION
'There is no sincerer love than the love of food', this is a conclusion brought a long time ago by the English dramatist, novelist, critic and publicist George Bernard Shaw.
In the spirit of this profoundly true and tried saying, this spring numerous places will open the doors of long forgotten smells and tastes from the old chest of traditional Croatian dishes. This is a great move if you consider the fact that interest for good culinary tradition has never been higher among tourist visitors, and even among domestic population.
This trend is also reflected in the fact that growingly popular culinary blogs, web portals and magazines have started to show great interest and affection for the revival and publishing of long forgotten recipes, many of which end up as most popular recipes of the month on respective web sites.
Following these tourist trends which promote the traditional gastronomy as the key element of tourist offer, city of Sisak went towards the revitalisation of its most tasteful inheritance – the revival of culinary tradition!
DO NOT MISS THE OPENING OF OLD TOWN FORTRESS AND EXHIBITION OF TRADITIONAL DISHES FROM SISAK COUNTY
When?
Exhibition 'In search for the best cuisine – authentic Sisak county dishes'; 23rd of May 2016 in 7pm.
This is a unique exhibition based on the field research about preparation methods of traditional and indigenous dishes from Sisak area. It will explain and present old recipes to its visitors in a fun and educative way, taking them back to past times.
Organisers explained that, to enrich the restaurant offer, they brought these old recipes back into daylight. They are determined to prevent them, and their tastes and smells, from being forgotten.
And for people who decide to visit, we recommend not to miss the essential feature of this area - Nature park Lonjsko polje with its restaurant offer, where traditional dishes are prepared using the original old recipes.
Further on, we bring you recommendations for places that offer authentic cuisine in Nature park Lonjsko polje. Did you know there is a theme pathway in this area designed to be a reminder of the old way of life? It stretches through north part of Lonjsko polje and its life giving surroundings, vineyard hills of Moslavina and river Sava.
Its purpose is to emphasize differences between past and present, because most pathways that once led over the fields do not exist any more, bridges over rivers have decayed over time, main river channels are regulated, but river branches and seducing places near Lonja are kept. It connects two areas in a new way and tells romantic stories from the past, making the way to replicas of frontiersmen's watchtowers where service men spent most of their lives.
HOTSPOTS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR RURAL HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILY FARMS IN SISAK AREA
'Traditions – Čigoč' runs a restaurant with 80 seating places. Experience the ambience surrounded by massive oak tables and chairs and try different traditional dishes from Posavina.
'Traditions – Čigoč' offers ready made dishes like roe deer goulash, fish paprikash and 'posavski lonac'. With each dish we recommend a specialty called 'Čigočica', which is home made bread stuffed with domestic cheese and cream.
'Traditions – Čigoč' also prepares top class dishes baked in 'peka' and different sorts of local fishes among which we recommend carp and perch fish prepared in a special way. http://www.tradicije-cigoc.hr/
'Pansion Tišina' in Lonja is a lovely traditional restaurant surrounded by the most beautiful part of Nature park Lonjsko polje – Lonja river. There are many activities one can enjoy in the vicinity of the restaurant. It is possible to walk around, to visit Nature park Lonjsko polje, or to go fishing. Six very attractive bicycle routes (total 310 kilometers of pathways) connect the Posavina corridor of Lonjsko polje with river Una and Moslavina. Bicycle routes in Nature park Lonjsko polje are easy and pleasant to ride, especially fitted for family tourism and recreation.
ETHNO VILLAGE OLD LONJA
Ethno village Old Lonja - http://www.etnoselo-staralonja.com/o-nama/ - after you have finished with activities in nature you can enjoy the traditional cuisine of this farm in beautiful Lonja. The owners words well describe the atmosphere of the place: 'Lonjsko polje is easy to love, you just need to come here and feel it, smell flowers in the field, pass through the streets of Posavina, have a swim at sandy beaches of river Sava, wake up in dew covered mornings, feel the smell of fish roasted in traditional way, admire the horses in sunset and many more things indescribable with words'.
Lonjsko polje is a cure for the soul of modern urbanised human who has long ago forgotten what it means to be relaxed or how have our bygone ancestors lived. It is a great choice for anyone who wants to experience something different, something more beautiful, something to remember for the rest of your life, something that becomes a reason to always come back to Lonjsko polje and Ethno village Old Lonja.
Photo: Etno selo Stara Lonja
Family farm Veselić – culinary offer of this lovely farm includes specialties prepared exclusively from ecologically grown organic ingredients. They also organise different educational workshops about organic agriculture, environmental protection and sustainable development, all accompanied by presentation and tasting of domestic products – organic jams, marmalades and juices. Visitors can also enjoy the atmosphere of village celebration with a glass of wine and good old tambura – indigenous instrument similar to mandolin.
Photo;OPG Veselić
The offer of rural households is really impressive, so we invite you to explore it additionally by clicking on this link and get there as soon as possible with your family and friends. This is a dream destination for cuisine lovers and nature lovers. Numerous households offer an ideal ratio of service and price while the service is available throughout the summer.
If you want to stay in the city of Sisak, you have a big choice of restaurants where you can enjoy your meal in beautiful ambience, whether it is the yard of Old town fortress or the shore of river Kupa or carefully arranged gardens in the city center. We invite you to taste the dishes which were served to the emperor Franjo 1st during his visit to Sisak.
Or you can explore all the attractions of charming roman architecture. You can find them, among other things, on this link: http://www.sisakturist.com/hr/stranica/znamenitosti/46. It is also a great idea to visit the city market of Sisak where you can find a variety of seasonal products of all colors and shapes. Here you can get acquainted with the offer of this region and be a part of local events and happenings. Sisak is really a beautiful and harmonious small city which constantly vibrates with life and energy of its inhabitants and thanks to their creativity and hard work, they learned how to be excellent hosts to their visitors and ever growing number of hikers.
Photo: Gradska tržnica Sisak
In the end we bring you some practical recipes and traditional method of drying fish:
Recipe: Carp fish on 'rašlje'
Ingredients:
1-1,5 kg carp fish
Salt
Red paprika
Preparation:
Clean and wash the fish. Cut the carp on the back so you get a big leaf, add salt and leave for a while to absorb. Rub the inner side with red paprika. From willow tree wood make 'rašlje' and stick the carp laterally on top of it. Stick the bottom of rašlje into the ground near the pile of cinders and turn from time to time so the fish gets done from both sides.
Last but not the least – read something about tradition of fish smoking on the attics of Lonjsko polje:
Smoked fish – forgotten delicacy of Lonjsko polje (by Vladimir Pajtlar)
In past times, residents of Lonjsko polje have dried fish on their attics. These were times when the fish was abundant, so not all the catch could be consumed immediately. And refrigeration was not yet available.
Best fishes for drying and smoking are carp, pike and bream fish, between 1,5 and 2 kilograms. Fish should be cut along the back, salt should be added and the fish put in brine for 5 days. After that fish should hang in the attic in cold and airy space. It should drain there for a day. Next day fish should be smoked for maximum of 2 hours. Dry willow tree branches should be used to make the smoke. Fish should be smoked every other day until it has been smoked for a total of five times. After that it should stay on the attic for at least ten days. The color of fish should become dark red. Before preparation skin must be removed. Dried fish can be eaten raw or fried on some fat. Bon appetit!
For more information about the culinary customs, culinary exhibition and places for good food visit the official pages of Sisak Tourist board. Welcome!
Photo credit: SISAK TOURIST BOARD
Days of Diocletian
Days of Diocletian bring Split back in time when the famous Roman emperor Diocletian walked the city.
Roman legions are lined on the city streets, Emperor Diocletian, together with a parade of the Roman legions and carriages is passing Riva and Peristyle where Diocletian co-rulers with his family greet the crowd.
Sounds of fanfares, drums and Roman music are in the city. In the city center and on streets, along with street performers, you can enjoy concert and dance program and rich gastronomic offer from the time of Emperor Diocletian,.
Detailed programme is available here!
Use the Croatian Railways discount!
To experience the Roman times, Croatian Railways gives a 50% discount in the 1st and 2nd class on regular trains to the visitors of the Days of Diocletian. Discount can be used from 1st to 5th of September 2016. exclusively for the purchase of return tickets from any station to station Split and back. Upon the purchase, purpose of the trip must be stated.
Return ticket must be authenticated from the back side with the stamp in the information center of Tourist Board of Split on the Riva waterfront or at the ticket office at the train station in Split.
More info at: http://www.hzpp.hr/dani-
More info: www.visitsplit.com
Photo: arhiva TZG Splita
"From the Solin Pot - what our ancestors ate?"
On behalf of the Tourist Board of Solin, city of Solin and Solin Association, we are pleased to announce the event "From the Solin Pot - what our ancestors ate?" which will be held for the sixth year in a row, 03.09.2016. at Gašpina mill starting at 19:00.
It is a culinary event that is held every year in Gašpina mill, winner of the HTZ blue flower for the best tourist product, which aims to present the rich cultural and historical heritage and gastronomic specialties of Solin.
Admission to the event is free.
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Foto: TZG Solina