Gospić

Gospić is a town in the western part of Lika County and serves as the regional administrative and commercial center. It sits in a landscape framed by mountains and open plains typical of the inland Balkans.

The settlement began in the 13th century and adopted its current name in the early 1600s. It later grew into a significant military border zone under Habsburg control.

The name reflects the region's connection to local leadership from centuries past. Today, visitors can experience how the town serves as the heart of Lika's cultural and commercial life.

The town connects easily to major urban centers through well-maintained roads and regular bus services. It serves as a transportation hub for reaching both inland regions and the coast.

The administrative territory here spreads across a larger area than many European capital cities. This makes it one of the most expansive municipal regions in the country.

Location: Lika-Senj County

Elevation above the sea: 656 m

Shares border with: Udbina

Website: http://gospic.hr

GPS coordinates: 44.54694,15.37444

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:06