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Našice
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Location of Našice in Osijek-Baranja County
Našice is located in Croatia
Našice
Location of Našice in Croatia
Coordinates: 45°29′N 18°05′E / 45.49°N 18.09°E / 45.49; 18.09
County Osijek-Baranja county
Government
 • Mayor Krešimir Žagar (HDZ)
Area
 • City 200 km2 (80 sq mi)
Population (2011)[1]
 • City 16,228
 • Urban 7,894
Time zone Central European Time (UTC+1)
Pejačević manor

Našice (pronounced Na-shi-tse) is a town in the Osijek-Baranja County of Croatia. It is located on the northern slopes of the Krndija mountain in eastern Slavonia, 51 km southwest of Osijek; elevation 157 m.

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Geography

Našice is located on the D2 state road Varaždin–Virovitica–Našice–Osijek and the railroad Zagreb–Koprivnica–Osijek. Chief occupations are farming and angling on 11 km² of fishing ground. Major industries include metal processing, cement, (at Našice cement), the stone excavation. Also wood processing, textiles and food.

History

The city was first mentioned in 1229 under the name of Nekche. The town was a feudal property of the Pejačević family until 1945.

Population

According to the census of 2001, there are 7,894 inhabitants in town, with 16,228 in the entire municipality.[1] 87% of the population are Croats.

Settlements

The municipality of Našice includes the following settlements:

  • Brezik Našički, population 349
  • Ceremošnjak, population 108
  • Crna Klada, population 0
  • Gradac Našički, population 152
  • Granice, population 109
  • Jelisavac, population 1,265
  • Lađanska, population 304
  • Lila, population 195
  • Londžica, population 189
  • Makloševac, population 126
  • Markovac Našički, population 1,571
  • Martin, population 1,075
  • Našice, population 7,894
  • Polubaše, population 17
  • Ribnjak, population 51
  • Rozmajerovac, population 25
  • Velimirovac, population 1,130
  • Vukojevci, population 922
  • Zoljan, population 724

Culture

Rich hunting grounds can be found in the immediate surroundings, and the fishpond Našička Breznica and Lake Lapovac offer fine angling opportunities. Slavonian cuisine and freshwater fish are a part of the gastronomic offerings of the town and its surroundings.

As an economic and cultural centre is famous for its valuable cultural and historical heritage, (the Gothic church, two manors, exhibitions of the art colony "Hinko Juhn"). Našice plays an important role in business and excursionist tourism. The nice park by both of the Pejačević manors (horticultural monument). The private zoo of the Bizik family in nearby in Markovac Našički as well as the interesting surroundings at the foot of the Krndija hill emphasize the importance of natural beauty.

The municipality has an official memorial-area Crni Potok, dedicated to soldiers and civilians killed at the site by members of the Yugoslav Partisans.[2][3] The site is commemorated annually on the third Saturday in June.[2]

Sports

Sports opportunities comprise tennis courts, a football ground with accompanying facilities, and boating on the local waters. Bayern Munich midfielder Danijel Pranjić was born in Našice. Football club NK NAŠK is currently playing in Croatian Third Football League.

References

  1. ^ a b "Census of Population, Households and Dwellings 2011, First Results by Settlements" (in Croatian and English) (HTML). Statistical Reports (Zagreb: Croatian Bureau of Statistics) (1441). June 2011. ISSN 1332-0297. http://www.dzs.hr/Eng/censuses/census2011/htm/E11_Zup25_2780.html. Retrieved 2011-08-26. 
  2. ^ a b Memorial-day at Crni Potok Marked on June 21
  3. ^ Commemoration to the Victims of Communism

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