Korenica is a settlement blessed with the excellent geographical position. With the placement near Plitvica lakes, namely Korenica is laying down at the foot of the mountain chain Lička Plješevica in Bijelo Polje. Through Korenica field, in a long, fertile valley, river Korenica passes through as a diamond necklace, which enriches already beautiful continental environment.
Korenica history dates back to the Middle ages when it was funded as a defensive village at the foot of the old Croatian fort Mrsinj , which is known as the center of Krbavska diocese used to be. As a worthy fortress, Korenica was the stronghold of few great battles that were fought in this place, especially during the Turkish conquest. That way, one Croatian monarch, right on this site, defeated Ottoman army, back in 1500.
Although, the name Korenica has been changing twice in the past, it has always remained authentic in all that it distinguished, and this is - great accommodation capacity, kindly hosts and a rich gastronomic offer, which is one of the main advantages in the tourist offer of this place. The other important characteristics about Korenica, is that this a great place for hunting tourism.
Due to the proximity of the National Park Plitvice lakes, tourism in Korenica began to develop long time ago. Today most of the 3170 people living there are employed in the Park, and majority of them are concerned to offer comfortable accommodation to a good chance travelers in their private apartments.
Korenica has big plans for the future in the tourism, such as building a large amusement park and cable-ways to the mountain Plješevica, so do not avoid this small, interesting corner while you plan your trip through Croatia.
