Biokovo [Nature parks]

Protected Nature Park Biokovo spreads over mountain Biokovo, and the mountain itself makes a huge natural barrier above Makarska riviera. This karst coastal area of unique natural characteristics is full of deep chasms, caves, abysses and beech forests. Some of the abysses are so deep under ground that even during summer heat one can find snow and ice on their bottoms, which has been used, in the past times for storing food. All tourists are welcomed to visit a botanical garden on the mountain and reach the peaks Vošac and St. Jure on the Biokovo road. Those who prefer an active holiday can enjoy bicycling, mountaineering, riding and many other activities. True adventurers can have their go at paragliding. Botanical garden is situated above the village Kotiština. St. Jure is the highest peak of Biokovo mountain. You can reach it by car which makes it especially attractive and available. Every year on the last Saturday in July pilgrims walk to the top of the mountain. There is a magnificent view over Makarska riviera and Middle-Dalmatian islands, and on very clear and sunny days one can see as far as to the peaks of Italian Apennines.