In looking for a place where our vacations will not be disturbed
by crowds, and where we will nevertheless be able to enjoy both
the sea and tranquillity, our search takes us to Å*ibenik-Knin County
and places that offer an idyllic combination of sea and village. Hidden
not far from the city of Å*ibenik are several places that, on account of
an interesting combination in which river, lake and sea take the lead
role, offer tourists an all but typical combination of tourism offers.
On the lower stretches of the Krka River, where the well-known Krka
National Park is situated, is the stunning but unusual Lake Prokljansko.
It is connected to the open sea by a narrow channel and for this
reason the deeper waters are salty while the surface has fresh water.
Refreshing oneself in Lake Prokljansko, just like swimming in Skradinski
buk, one of the most beautiful natural phenomenon of Krka
National Park, is only one in a series of what this region has to offer.
Skradinski buk is a waterfall made up of limestone cascades, and
those who do not want to experience it while swimming can view it
walking along a network of bridges and paths. The entire area around
Skradin has really come to life since the highway leading to Split was
constructed, and a large suspension bridge was built right at Skradin
from which there is a view of the city and Lake Prokljansko. Thanks
to the highway Skradin has seen the start of more intensive activity in
tourism which last year saw works on a new beach, a square with a
fountain and 20 kilometres of cycling routes, which have all made the
entire area an excellent destination for lovers of active holidaying.
Lovers of a traditional village ambient can come into their
own a little further on from Skradin. Near Krka National Park is Kalpić,
an old village of farm hands that offers guests accommodation in
small indigenous and rustic stone houses.

For those who love an original attraction there is the Falconry
centre situated in the town of Dubrava, eight kilometres from
Å*ibenik. Guests are there offered a one-day or five-day course in
which they can get to know the life of these feathered hunters.

Along with a diverse offer of various attractions, Å*ibenik-
Knin County boasts a varied gastronomic offer, considering that hidden
among the indigenous specialities are numerous dishes specific
to both continental and maritime cuisine.

Å*ibenik-Knin County Tourist Board
e-mail: tz-skz@si.htnet.hr
web site: http://www.summernet.hr

Office de tourisme de la ville de Skradin
e-mail: tz-skradin@si.htnet.hr
web site: http://www.skradin.hr

Agrotourizam Kalpic
web site: http://www.agrotour-kalpic.com

Dubrava Falconry and Bird of Prey Rehabilitation Centre
Emilio MenđuÅ¡ić, proprietor
Å*kugori bb, 22000 Dubrava kod Å*ibenika
tel: +385 22 330 116


taken from journalists web newsletter 08/2006 http://press.croatia.hr/datoteke/2585.pdf