Smiljan

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Smiljan, Rural settlement near Gospić, Croatia

Smiljan spreads across eighteen scattered hamlets at the foot of Krčmar hill, surrounded by mountains in the Lika-Senj region of Croatia.

The settlement experienced Ottoman control from 1527 until their expulsion in the late 17th century, followed by Roman Catholic Bunjevci migration to the area.

The Tesla Memorial Complex includes exhibits, a museum, and the Serbian Orthodox church of St. Peter and Paul, preserving the legacy of scientific innovation.

Located 6 kilometers northwest of Gospić, Smiljan maintains a population of 418 residents and offers access to historical sites and prehistoric tombs.

Archaeological discoveries indicate continuous human presence in Smiljan since the Middle and Late Bronze Age, with artifacts found throughout the area.

Location: Gospić

GPS coordinates: 44.56430,15.31810

Latest update: October 15, 2025 21:29

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