Discover the Municipality of Proložac

Proložac lies on the northeastern side of the Imotsko-Bekijsko Field. The municipality is known, among other things, for Prološko jezero, a lake about 35 metres deep, also known as Proložac Lake. The Green Lake was built as a reservoir in Ričice in 1985. The Vrljika is a karst river that rises from five springs on the boundary between the Municipality of Proložac and the City of Imotski.

Prološko jezero and the Green Lake are distinct features of the municipality’s waterscape. Prološko jezero is listed as about 35 metres deep; for the Green Lake, its creation as a reservoir in 1985 is the defining feature. You can compare the lakes based on these different characteristics.

The Vrljika is also characteristic of the landscape. Dva oka are unique, round springs and are considered the source of the river; they are under strict protection. The endemic softmouth trout (Salmothymus obtusirostris) is found in the upper reaches of the Vrljika. A section of the river—from its springs to the bridge at Perinuša—was designated a special ichthyological reserve in 1971. The designation refers to this section and its importance for fish.

The Green Cathedral is also located on the Vrljika: a meadow called Lučica with centuries-old trees. Those interested in river landscapes will find a different way to experience the area here than at the lakes or the Dva oka springs.

The Ferata Imotica Ričice is located on a cliff overlooking the Green Lake, in Ričice within the Municipality of Proložac. The route is 285 metres long, with an elevation difference of 160 metres. The via ferrata complements a circular hiking trail through the Badnjevice Canyon, making the via ferrata and the hiking route distinct parts of the local activities on offer.

Sport and recreational fishing are possible at Lake Ričice. Your choice may therefore depend on different interests: the via ferrata, the circular trail through the canyon or fishing at the lake.

The Church of Our Lady stands at the Opačac archaeological site, near the source of the Vrljika by Imotski. The present church building was constructed in 1719 on the foundations of a somewhat larger 14th-century church. As a pilgrimage site, the church is especially significant on the Feast of the Assumption, when several thousand pilgrims gather there. This combination of architectural history and pilgrimage gives the site a different significance from the landscape destinations.

In Donji Proložac, the Church of St. Michael is a protected cultural property. A large stone votive cross was erected on Kokića glavica in 1995. Traditional live nativity plays are also among the distinctive features associated with Proložac: they are performed in the dried-up bed of the Suvaja River.

The traditional Prološka kužina brings together local cuisine, music and socialising. It traditionally takes place on 5 August. The Bellamusa Carnival Festival in Donji Proložac includes carnival celebrations, a ceremonial transfer of power, masked balls for children and adults, and a large carnival procession. Prološka kužina brings together culinary and musical traditions, while carnival takes centre stage at the Bellamusa Carnival Festival.

Winegrowing is also part of local history. The Grabovac family has been growing grapes and making wine for more than 200 years. It began with the licence that Stipan Grabovac received in 1812 to produce and sell wine.

For local orientation, you can consult the pages on Gornji Proložac, Donji ProložacDonji Proložac and RičiceRičice. They offer a look at individual places within the municipality. If you would also like to compare other destinations, you can find Municipality of HrvaceMunicipality of Hrvace, SoltaSolta, Municipality of ŠestanovacMunicipality of Šestanovac, Municipality of PrgometMunicipality of Prgomet and Municipality of MućMunicipality of Muć.

How deep is Prološko jezero?

The lake is about 35 metres deep.

Where is the Ferata Imotica Ričice located?

It is located on a cliff overlooking the Green Lake in Ričice, within the Municipality of Proložac.

When does Prološka kužina traditionally take place?

It traditionally takes place on 5 August.

What is the Green Cathedral?

The Green Cathedral is a meadow called Lučica, with centuries-old trees beside the Vrljika.

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