Perućica
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Perućica is one of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe. It is located in Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina, near the border with Montenegro, and is part of the national park Sutjeska.
It hosts one of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe, called Perucica. Norway Spruce and Silver Fir trees tower over 60 metres high [1] and endemic black pines stem from the rocky faces that protect the ancient forest. European Beech is common as well. Skakavac waterfall can be seen from the look-out point – this seventy five metre plus waterfall is dwarfed by the massive blanket of green trees that cover the valley. The Sutjeska River has carved a stunning valley through the middle of the park and divides Zelengora (Green Peaks) Mountain from Maglic and Volujak Mountains.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's highest peak, Maglic at over 2,386m, is located in the park, directly on the border with Montenegro. It presents a challenging climb for even experienced hikers. Zelengora Mountain is great for hiking and walking and there are several newly renovated mountain huts on the mountain. Bear and wolf sightings are common. The forest can only be explored in a company of rangers [2].
[edit] References
- ^ Leibundgut, H. (1982). Europäische Urwälder der Bergstufe. Verlag Paul Haupt, Bern, Stuttgart
- ^ Perucica Forest.
