Tourist guide Jasenovac Croatia
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Jasenovac info
Tourist info Jasenovac
Jasenovac is a peaceful place and the seat of the municipality in Sisak-Moslavina county in Croatia. It is situated in the far southeastern part of Sisak-Moslavina county in the spacious Pannonian plain surrounded by rivers Trebež, Sava, and Una. Sisak is almost 70 kilometers away and the village has a population of 800 inhabitants. Thanks to its natural resources, fertile land, and dense oak and ash forests inhabitants of Jasenovac is mainly engaged in agriculture, cattle breeding, and forestry. If you are planning a visit, you may also browse accommodation in Zagreb, the nearest major city.
Nature around Jasenovac
Tourism is slowly developing because almost the entire area of the municipality is located in the Nature Park Lonjsko polje, which is the largest protected wetland area in the Danube basin. Here you can see a lot of wild and domestic animals, endangered species of birds, as well as the traditional wooden architecture of the old houses. The rivers Sava, Una, and Trebež offer excellent opportunities for birdwatching, fishing, and canoeing through untouched Pannonian landscapes.
Sights of Jasenovac
Despite the natural beauty, Jasenovac is probably best known for Jasenovac Memorial, which is one of the greatest monuments of the Holocaust and the genocide of World War 2 in Croatia. Visit Jasenovac, offer your respects to the victims of fascism and enjoy the rich flora and fauna that surrounds it. For more information on local attractions and events, visit the official Sisak-Moslavina County Tourist Board.
Accommodation in Jasenovac
Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Jasenovac offer a quiet and authentic stay in the heart of the Pannonian plain. Explore the full range of options in the Zagreb region and find your ideal base for discovering this remarkable area. Welcome to Jasenovac!
