Municipality of Perušić - Old Town Perušić / Turkish Tower / Gradina
Old Town Perušić / Turkish Tower / Gradina are names used by the locals to refer to the remains of an old fortress placed near the city centre of Perušić. The fortress was built by the noble family Perušić, after whom Perušić got its name. It was also a defence fort during the Ottoman Empire.
Perušić - Croatia / Lika-Senj County
Tourist experience: By visiting the Turkish tower, one can see the most famous historical building in Perušić and learn more about local history.
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
Experience duration: 2 hours
Opening: Always available
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessible to everyone
Tourist contact: Perušić Tourist Board
Cultural material heritage: Historical palace/castle
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary
Hidden intangible patrimony: Building practices
Form filler: Anita Ladišić
Bascio Tower and Castel
Ancient village belonging to Pennabilli municipality. The tower and the castle presided over the ancient road that led from the Adriatic to Rome. Due to its position, it had an important control task, so much so that pilgrims traveling to Rome used to say: "We will go to Rome if God wills and those of Bascio"
Tourist experience: An additional point of view of Alta Marecchia Valley and its relevant role during the Middle Age and the Renaissance as road from North and Center of Italy
Spoken languages: Italian
Experience duration: Half day
Opening: No limit to the visit
Booking: Booking is not required
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: People with limited mobility can meet some problems
Cultural material heritage: Historical centre, Historical palace/castle
Form filler: Gilberto Zangari