[Croatia] The Second-Highest Mountain Range, Biokovo

Biokovo is second most elevated mountain run in Croatia, placed in the Dalmatian shoreline of Adriatic, in the middle of the currents of Neretva and Cetina. The 196 km² of its region is secured as a nature park. Its highest peak is Sveti Jure (Saint George), at 1762 metres. It is sometimes referenced to as Bijakova, especially among inhabitants of the eastern side of the mountain. When the weather is very clear, from the top of Biokovo it is possible to see Monte Gargano in Italy, which is 252 km away.

This imposing mountain is by far the greatest sight of the Central Dalmatian coastline, and its only nature park. There are few places in the Mediterranean where peaks over 1,500 meters in height come so close to the sea, and where mountainsides raise so steeply and so high as they do here. Since the world of nature on Biokovo has been preserved in its virginal state, it is believe of many that Biokovo should in fact be declared as Croatia ninth national park.

With a small fortunes, guests to Biokovo can get a sight of chamois, the exchange sign of this powerful mountain, as well as alternate saved animal species. All along the routes strange karstic forms are to be seen, deep karstic sinkholes, and a number of other natural phenomena characteristic of a karst area. However, the most alluring aspect for those who come to Biokovo are the breathtaking views of the Makarska Riviera, with its lovely beaches and picturesque settlements. Also from Biokovo it is possible to see all the large islands of Central Dalmatia, particularly Brac and Hvar.