Slavonia Attractions
Slavonia is Croatia's farthest eastern province. The interior regions of Croatia are the least visited, usually being pasted over for the coastal provinces, and Slavonia is no exception. The region has it's own history, people, geography, and atmosphere that are unique from the rest of Croatia. Slavonia's landscape is flat and fertile, with farming being the main means of livelihood. Small farming villages characterize the province and the main city is Osijek. One of Slavonia's biggest natural attractions is Kopacki Rit Nature Park, a marshland that attracts a huge variety of birds and is popular with naturalists.
The Patriotic War of the 1990's had a devastating effect on Slavonia with heavy bombing and much damage. Efforts have been made to restore some of the historical and architectural treasures from the region, while some are beyond repair. The war also crushed the economy, which is still struggling to recover.
The Patriotic War of the 1990's had a devastating effect on Slavonia with heavy bombing and much damage. Efforts have been made to restore some of the historical and architectural treasures from the region, while some are beyond repair. The war also crushed the economy, which is still struggling to recover.
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Kutjevo, Croatia
Kutjevo, on the slopes of Krndija Mountain, is in the heart of a prominent region in Croatia. The town is famous for the Cistercian built monastery here in 1232, which was taken over by the Jesuits following the end of the Turkish reign. The Jesuits resumed cultivating fruits in the region.
The Church of St Mary was built by the Jesuits in the 18th Century. Kutjevo is also known for breeding Lippizaner horses and holding horse races.
The Church of St Mary was built by the Jesuits in the 18th Century. Kutjevo is also known for breeding Lippizaner horses and holding horse races.
