Medvednica – mountain in northwest Croatia, is the treasury of biodiversity, and it was declared to the Nature Park in 1981. Flora of Medvednica is very rich, various and interesting. Flora, the Roman goddess of spring and flowers, counts so far 1205 species and subspecies on Medvednica, which makes around 23% of overall vascular flora.

According to the written tradition, a Francis-can monk named Joakim Balagović brought Our Lady’s statue from the Holy Land in 1669 as a gift for his brother Nikola who lived just by the road at Trški vrh. When the unfortunate Nikola’s house caught fire and burned to the ground, the statue was found untouched in the ashes. Nikola then put it in the hollow walnut tree near his house and that’s where the first worshiping of the statue began.

Situated in Gammelstad, the open-air museum Hägnan serves as a cultural-historical knowledge centre, offering a glimpse into the rich heritage of the North-Brabant coastal region. The museum features well-preserved buildings dating from the 1700s to the 20th century, creating an immersive village experience that brings history to life. In the summer, Hägnan transforms into a lively space with the addition of animals, including pigs, sheep, rabbits, and chickens, providing a delightful experience for visitors of all ages. As winter arrives, Hägnan becomes a festive hub with a Christmas market and a splendid fire festival.

Ranch Pia integrates various facilities. There is pasture for horses, stable with fourteen compartments and outdoor roofed compartment next to the stable. For riding, the premises for equipment, the area for saddling and grooming in front of the stable and smaller roofed areas.