Gespanschaft Šibenik-Knin

Natural Wonders

The Šibenik-Knin region contains some of Croatia's most significant hydrological and geological landmarks. Krka National Park features a series of travertine barriers, including the Skradinski Buk and Roški slap waterfalls. Nearby, the Cetina River rises from a karst spring over 150 meters deep, known for its vibrant blue hue. The landscape is framed by the Dinara mountain range, home to Sinjal, the country's highest peak at 1,831 meters, and diverse karst formations like the Krčić waterfall and Lake Visovac.

Natural Wonders — Karte

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Skradinski Buk Waterfalls

This natural gem is a part of the Krka National Park. The river tumbles down almost twenty waterfalls, creating a beautiful scenery that is…

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Krka National Park

Krka National Park is one of the Croatian national parks, named after the river Krka that it encloses.

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Roški slap

A 22.5-meter waterfall at the end of the Krka River canyon. It is characterized by a series of small cascades known as 'necklaces' that lead into the main fall.

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Slap Krčić

A 22-meter seasonal waterfall located near Knin where the Krčić River meets the source of the Krka. It is most active during the winter and spring months.

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Manojlovac

The highest waterfall in Krka National Park, with a total drop of nearly 60 meters. It is situated near the archaeological site of the Roman military camp, Burnum.

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Izvor Cetine

A deep karst spring known as the 'Eye of the Earth.' This blue-green pool serves as the source of the Cetina River and reaches depths of over 150 meters.

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Visovačko jezero

A lake on the Krka River featuring the island of Visovac, which has been home to a Franciscan monastery and a collection of historical manuscripts since 1445.

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Dinara

Also known as Sinjal, this 1,831-meter limestone peak is the highest point in Croatia, located within the Dinaric Alps on the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Badanj

A mountain peak in the Dinara range offering panoramic views of the surrounding karst landscape and the town of Drniš.

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Vela glava

The highest peak on Žirje island, featuring views of the Šibenik archipelago and the Kornati National Park from its summit.

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Roški slap

An elevated vantage point providing a wide view of the travertine cascades and the canyon of the Krka River.

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Lake Prokljan

Lake Prokljan is a lake in the Croatian region of Dalmatia, located near the cities of Skradin and Šibenik.