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Preserving the Natural Treasure of Šavnik

At its session held on November 20, 2017, the Municipal Assembly of Šavnik adopted the Decision on proclaiming the “Dragišnica and Komarnica” Nature Park in Šavnik.

The company Nature Park “Dragišnica and Komarnica” LLC, as the managing authority, took over the management of the protected area from the Municipality of Šavnik on December 28, 2017.

The “Dragišnica and Komarnica” Nature Park is located in the far northwestern part of the Municipality of Šavnik. It borders the Durmitor National Park and belongs to the cadastral municipalities of Grabovica, Komarnica, Duži, and Pošćenje. The total area of the park is 2,994.00 hectares.

The boundary starts at the elevation point of 1,750 meters on Ranisava, then descends along Gabelja and reaches the elevation of 1,998 meters (Ogoreli krš). It then includes Boljske grede and descends to the elevation of 1,303 meters. After that, it climbs northward to a place known as Krlje below Klještina, then continues along a trail toward the southwest to a place called Vrhovi, turning at the elevation of 1,607 meters. The line then proceeds southeast to the elevation of 1,560 meters at a place called Ždrijelo and continues in the same direction to Berkovo Hill at the elevation of 1,760 meters.

From there, it continues south to the elevation of 1,470 meters at a place known as Konjsko Brdo. Bypassing private properties in the area of Krnjače, it descends to Jarčišta at the elevation of 1,383 meters, then continues southeast to the place called Vučje at 1,363 meters above sea level, and further to Vukićev krš at 1,321 meters. The boundary line continues in the same direction between Teoč do and Ridjina to the local road Pošćenje–Duži.

It then follows the local road toward the village of Duži, along the edge of the Komarnica River canyon, descending into the Komarnica Canyon below the village of Duži. The line crosses to the left bank of the Komarnica River, follows the canyon edge of the Komarnica River and then the Nevidio Canyon to the place called Cikavac. It then follows the boundary of state-owned land below Poljica, Osoje, and Komarske grede, all the way to the upper part of the village of Kozarice.

The boundary changes direction across state-owned land toward the south and southwest above Krivača to the Skakavac Waterfall. It ascends along the Grabovica River for about one hundred meters, bypassing private property, up to the elevation of 1,210 meters, continuing along the ridge tops past Donja Čeoca to Široka greda and the place called Graca, toward the area known as Dolovi. From there, the line turns southeast along the boundary of the Bolj forest complex to the place Gornji Čeoci. The boundary then continues across state-owned land northward below Nesilino Brdo to the Grabovica River, and then along the Morava River northward, bypassing private property above Velika Poljana at the elevation of 1,594 meters, continuing north to the starting point at Ranisava, elevation 1,750 meters.

The “Dragišnica and Komarnica” Nature Park is classified as a Category III protected natural asset, with the following primary conservation objectives:

These conservation objectives are achieved through the implementation of planned activities and measures, as well as through differentiated spatial management of the nature park (various management regimes).

The fundamental target values of the “Dragišnica and Komarnica” Nature Park are the preservation and protection of specific and exceptional natural values and unique natural phenomena of representative quality and spiritual importance; the provision of opportunities for research, education, and public presentation of nature, depending on management goals; the elimination and prevention of excessive exploitation of natural resources and activities incompatible with conservation objectives; and the обеспечение of benefits to the local population through responsible and efficient management, in line with conservation goals. These objectives are realized through planned activities, protective measures, and diverse management regimes within the park area.

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Dragišnica and Komarnica

Dragišnica and Komarnica

Dragišnica and Komarnica Nature Park is located in the far northwest of the Šavnik municipality, near Durmitor National Park. Covering an area of 2,994 hectares, the park encompasses three unique sections: Dragišnica, the Nevidio Canyon, and Boljske grede. The park’s terrain is characterized by rugged mountain ranges, deep canyon valleys, and gorges, offering visitors spectacular landscapes and numerous opportunities to explore nature.

The park is home to the Komarnica River, formed by the confluence of smaller rivers such as Bukovica, Savnik, Tušinje, and Bijela. The river and its canyon are major attractions, and the Komarnica is part of the Piva water system, flowing through the Dragišnica Valley, which is rich in diverse vegetation.

The park’s flora is exceptionally rich, with a significant number of plant species adapted to pronounced high-mountain conditions. These specific conditions have been shaped by evolutionary and historical factors, as well as the great diversity of orographic and microclimatic conditions.