Belec, Zlatar, Rural settlement in Zlatar, Croatia.
Belec is a small rural settlement in the Zlatar municipality within Krapina-Zagorje County in northern Croatia. The village is characterized by scattered houses nestled in hilly terrain, with green spaces separating the residential buildings.
Belec emerged as part of Zlatar municipality within the broader development of the Zagorje region in northern Croatia. The settlement reflects the traditional patterns of rural community formation that have characterized the area for centuries.
The population of 316 residents maintains local Croatian traditions within this northern settlement, contributing to the preservation of regional customs and community practices.
The settlement is accessible through the local road network connecting it to Zlatar and surrounding communities. Visitors should plan ahead as this is a remote rural area with limited services, making personal transportation advisable for exploring the region.
The settlement occupies a strategic position at coordinates 46°N latitude and 16°E longitude, marking it as a connecting point between multiple communities in the region.
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