Tourist guide Drage, Croatia
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Nature park Vransko lake
Pakoštane
Vransko lake is the largest natural lake in Croatia, located near Pakoštane. Vransko lake is a cryptodepression in karst since the lake surface is 2 meters above the sea level, while the bottom of the lake is 4 meters below the sea level. The lake is connected with the sea by the underground channels so the water in the lake is slightly salted. In 1999, Vransko lake and its surroundings have been declared a nature park. Nature park Vransko lake covers an area of 57 km2 and, in 2013, it was included on the list of protected wetlands by the Ramsar convention. The lake is about 14 km long and 1.4 to 3.4 km wide. A part of Vransko lake has been declared an ornithological reserve and it is considered to be one of the most valuable ornithological areas in Croatia. In the ornithological reserve, more than 230 different bird species have been seen, out of which ten are endangered bird species. Admission to the nature park is free of charge, while tickets are charged only for entrance to special parts of the park. There are numerous opportunities for walking, hiking, biking, kayaking, guided tours and more.
Drage
Tourist info Drage
Drage is a small tourist and fishing village in the county of Zadar in Croatia. Drage is situated in a small bay on the narrow coastal belt between the Vrana lake and the Adriatic sea, just 2 kilometers south of Pakoštane. Administratively it belongs to the municipality Pakoštane and has a population of 800 permanent residents. Drage is quiet little Dalmatian village that will delight you at first sight with its natural beauty and hospitality of the local population. Fifteen years ago residents of Drage were mostly engaged in agriculture and fishing, but today tourism and service activities are dominating. Accommodation can be found within numerous private apartments, rooms and several campsites. A very rugged coastline with numerous bays covered with pine trees and fragrant Mediterranean plants and numerous sandy beaches are the best invitation to all guests looking for a quiet holiday away from mass tourism. Vrana Lake Nature Park has located only 1 km from the town and is a paradise for nature lovers, campers and fishermen. Around the entire lake is well-decorated walking and bike path with nice places for a picnic, and you can stop off at a nearby lookout Kamenjak where you can relax with a breathtaking view of the entire lake and Zadar archipelago. From Drage coast, view of the Kornati islands and the open sea is obscured by a small but inhabited islet Vrgada. It is possible to visit the island of Vrgada. You can also choose other trips and visit National Park Kornati and Krka, Šibenik, Zadar, and Biograd. Local restaurants and taverns have a wide variety of fresh freshwater and marine fish dishes with a glass of top quality Dalmatian wines. Visit Drage, relax and enjoy in the charm and natural beauty of this small Dalmatian town. Private accommodation in Drage close to Pakoštane. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Drage. Welcome to Drage! 
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