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Ozalj is a small town in the county of Karlovac in Croatia. It is situated on the river Kupa in central Croatia, north of Karlovac. It is near the border with Slovenia, which is only 15 km away. The medieval town of Ozalj is built on a plateau above the Kupa river, and was first mentioned in the 13th century as a free royal city. Originally it was owned by famous aristocratic family Frankopan, but in the 16th century is owned by another famous aristocratic family Zrinski. Their property remained until 1671 and Zrinski-Frankopan conspiracy against the absolutist policy of the Habsburgs and Austria. Day of Ozalj is celebrated on April 30, on the same day when were executed Petar Zrinski and Fran Krsto Frankopan. Ozalj today has a very good basis for the development of tourism, particularly cultural and historical excursion character. The biggest attraction is medieval town Ozalj where is Museum with valuable exhibits from the time of Zrinski and Frankopan. Here is also one of the first hydropower plants in Croatia from 1908, built on the river Kupa which is also a cultural monument. During the summer you can enjoy all the activities offered by the clear river Kupa, and you can visit one of the famous wine roads of the area and taste some of the local wines. Visit this interesting and beautiful area of forested hills and emerald river Kupa, and get to know its rich historical and cultural heritage. Search for cheap private accommodation in Ozalj and the surrounding area. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Ozalj and surroundings. Welcome to Ozalj!
