Zasavica, Nature reserve in Vojvodina and Mačva regions, Serbia.
Zasavica is a nature reserve spanning wetlands, lakes, and forests that supports more than 600 plant species and over 200 bird species. The landscape is shaped by the Sava and Drina rivers, which wind through the terrain creating a complex ecosystem.
The transformation of the swampy areas in Mačva started roughly 5000 years ago when the Sava and Drina rivers shifted their courses and created new meanders. These natural processes shaped the terrain over millennia into the landscape visitors see today.
The region's name reflects ancient Slavic settlement patterns, and visitors can learn at the Visitor Centre how local people have coexisted with these wetlands for generations. The current trails and viewing platforms show how communities have adapted to living alongside this landscape.
The Visitor Centre has an 18-meter observation tower, accommodation, and a restaurant to support longer visits. These facilities make it easy to explore the area and experience the landscape at different times of day.
The reserve maintains a herd of Balkan donkeys, a rare breed that produces milk used to make a distinctive cheese. This product is sold internationally and supports the conservation of this particular breed.
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