Monday, July 25, 2011

The Krka River and National Park

We left the inlet and re-entered the Kanal S. Ante and immediately passed by the Saint Nicholas Fort.  There is a small dock available for yachts to stop and explore the fort.  We chose to keep going and headed towards Sibenik.

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Since our goal for today was to get to the Krka National Park, we had to bypass Sibenik and head straight towards Skradin. 

We did not stop in Sibenik but did a float-by to enjoy the sights (see the old city walls in photo #1?)

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On the way we also passed an 87 foot tall road bridge which allows traffic to cross the gorge.  It just so happened that a bungee jumper was there doing his thing. 

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Along the way we passed many shellfish farms and even a “Drive-Through Mussel Stand”

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We got to Skradin in time to hand the Harbour Guy our “Croatian Cruising Permit”(they keep it on file until you check out and PAY), catch a bite to eat and head to the boat that takes you into Krka National Park.  After the park, we enjoyed watching the swans that are prolific here and the beautiful town lights at night:

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