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Natural Attractions

Gems of Bela krajina

In the Municipality of Metlika, you will discover beautiful natural treasures that enrich this area.

Krašnji Vrh

Located right on the border with Croatia, the village of Krašnji Vrh (542 m) lies in a scenic setting. At the upper end of the village stands the Church of the Holy Trinity, and above it a rounded, forested hill crowned by a slender observation tower …

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Prilozje Pond

The ponds are located in the village of Prilozje and are owned by the Metlika Fishing Association. They were completely renovated and arranged in 2011. Today, they host gatherings of anglers and other …

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Steljniki

The Bela Krajina "steljniki" are a distinctive feature of the region’s cultural landscape. In the past, due to the increasing need for agricultural land, they were created by clearing forests of white hornbeam and oak. In this way …

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Kolpa River

The Kolpa River, a border river between Slovenia and Croatia, originates on the Croatian side in the Gorski Kotar region and is 292 km long. It flows in the far southeast of Slovenia and forms 113 km of the natural border …

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