Senj

The oldest town on the Croatian coast The town of Senj, known for its turbulent and rich history, was founded more than 3000 years ago. The symbol of the town is the fortress Nehaj which was built back in 1558 and was the center of Uskok In the old town with various shops, narrow streets, strongholds and sacral buildings you can see the unique diversity of this city which is connected by sea with other Mediterranean cities.Located by the sea, at the foot of Mount Kapela and Velebit which is the largest mountain in Croatia.Senj is located on the coastal road that connects Rijeka with the south of the country.Events: - Cycling race "Zavizhanov uspon" (from 0 to 1594 m), June- Manifestation "Days of Uskok", reconstruction of events and customs from the time of construction of the Nehaj fortress: July 11 - 13- Samba festival - Samba mania, two-day festival, July- Klapa Senj festival, July- Senj concert evenings, July, August

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