Kamp Karin

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Gornji Karin is a seaside resort located in Croatia, Zadar County, on the coast of one of the smallest seas in the world, the Karin sea. Donji and Gornji Karin are divided by the river Karišnica, which, together with river Bijela Rijeka flows into the Adriatic Sea. Gornji Karin is an integral part of the City of Obrovac, while Donji Karin falls under the jurisdiction of the City of Benkovac. Gornji Karin is dominated by a newly arranged beach, an ideal place for relaxation, swimming, and entertainment. On the slopes above the Karin Sea are the remains of the Liburnian-Roman city of Corinium. An amphitheater and a temple to the goddess Latri were also built in the city. After the conquests of the Goths (5th-6th century), the ruined Roman city was inhabited and rebuilt by Croats, and it became the seat of Croatian nobles. Lapčanin Voniha gets the town of Karin as a gift by marrying the daughter of King Zvonimir. Voniha had no descendants, so Karin inherited the power of the Lapčani, who gave rise to the Karinjani nobility, first mentioned in 1349.  For those eager for culture: visit the Monastery of St. Mary the Immaculate or Miodrag gradina. Suggested Day Trips: Kornati National Park, National Park Plitvička jezera (Plitvice lakes), Zrmanja Canyon, River Krupa gorge adventure hike to Kudin Most (handmade bridge), Krka National Park and waterfall day trip with the option to visit Visovac Island Monastery leaving by boat from nearby Skradin or driving into the National Park for car access and a longer hike, Velebit Mountain scenic drive (unsealed old road) and hike, ancient cities of Split, Solin, Trogir, Šibenik, and Zadar. Gastronomic Tourism – experience authentic local cuisine, visit vineyards for wine tasting, olive oil farms for authentic cooking demonstrations, and seasonal menu restaurants.