LikaSenj

LikaSenj, more formally Lika-Senj County (Croatian: Lika-Senjska županija), is a county in Croatia located in the western part of the country. It encompasses parts of the inland Lika region and a coastal stretch around Senj, covering a large rural and natural landscape. The county seat is Gospić, and other principal towns include Senj, Otočac, Karlobag, Korenica, Donji Lapac, Gračac and Udbina.

Geography and nature: The landscape is dominated by mountains and karst terrain, with the Velebit range inland and extensive forests and rivers throughout. The Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies within the county and is a major tourist attraction. The Adriatic coastline forms a short but historic maritime zone around Senj.

Administration and history: Lika-Senj County was established in its present form during Croatia’s post-independence territorial reorganization in the early 1990s. It is governed by a county assembly and a county prefect (župan). The region has a mixed economy based on agriculture, forestry and tourism, with coastal towns contributing through fishing and tourism as well.

Demographics and culture: The population is predominantly Croatian, with smaller minority communities. The area is known for its rural character and cultural heritage, including traditional Lika and coastal influences that appear in local folklore, cuisine and crafts.