Šibenik-Knin County: Islands, Nature and Culture
Accommodation in Šibenik-Knin County
In Šibenik-Knin County, the deeply incised canyons of the Krka and Čikola rivers, Lake Prukljansko and the Šibenik Channel physically divide the area into two parts. These distinctive landscape features give the region a clear spatial structure. When planning your trip, it can be helpful to organise nature and cultural experiences according to what interests you most: islands and water, outdoor activities or historic buildings.
Nature and Activities: Kornati and Krka
Kornati National Park comprises a group of 125 islands, islets and reefs rising above the sea. Sailing through the national park involves 89 islands, islets and reefs; the two figures therefore describe different aspects of the park. A valid ticket is required to travel through the national park. Daily tours are organised by shipowners and boat operators authorised to carry passengers, who have a contract with Kornati National Park for these activities.
At Kornati National Park, visitors can go for walks, hike or take sightseeing trips with a professional guide. Swimming and diving are also among the activities available to visitors. So, alongside sailing, there are activities to choose from both on land and in the water. Across the county as a whole, walking, hiking, cycling and scuba diving are also available.
Krka National Park can also be reached in several ways: on foot, by bicycle, by boat or by national park bus. These options differ by mode of transport and can help you plan a visit. If you want to focus on nature experiences, you could start by weighing up activities at Kornati National Park and the ways of accessing Krka National Park against your other travel interests.
Fortresses and History in Šibenik
Barone Fortress presents the history of Šibenik using augmented reality technology, computer-generated images and sounds. Historical themes are thus combined with digital visual and audio elements. Those interested in the city's history will find this a different approach from that of St. Nicholas Fortress, where Venetian fortification architecture takes centre stage.
St. Nicholas Fortress is located at the entrance to the St. Anthony Channel in Šibenik. It is a Renaissance structure in the Venetian fortification style and an outstanding World Heritage monument. In 2017, it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the nomination “Venetian Works of Defence between the 16th and 17th Centuries”. St. Michael's Fortress offers a different point of reference for a visit: its north entrance is near the fire station, while its south entrance is reached via a climb from the historic old town.
Regional Cuisine and Getting Around
The cuisine of the county differs between the coastal and island areas and the inland part. In coastal areas, it is based primarily on ingredients such as fish, shellfish and various seafood; a distinct typical cuisine is described for the inland area. This division offers a practical culinary point of reference when weighing your interests as you choose a destination within the county.
Transport connections also indicate the region's different directions: the Adriatic Highway connects the county with the coastal region, a main road leads towards Knin and Bosnia and Herzegovina, and a motorway connects it with inland Croatia. An important railway line runs towards Zagreb and Split.
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