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Details About Vukovar
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Vukovar, located in Croatia, has a population of about 20,301. It is located at the confluence of the Vuka river into the Danube and is the center of the Vukovar-Srijem county. Vukovar is the largest Croatian town and river port on the Danube. Its economy is based on farming, viticulture, livestock breeding, textile and food-processing industry.
Attractions
- Among interesting pieces of architecture in the area are the Eltz Castle from the 18th century, Baroque buildings in the centre of the town, the Franciscan monastery, the parish church of St. James, and the Orthodox church of St. Nicholas, the birth house of the Nobel prize winner Lavoslav Ruzicka.
- Outside the town, on the banks of the Danube toward Ilok, lies a notable archaeological site, Vucedol. The ritual vessel called the Vucedol Dove (vucedolska golubica) is considered the symbol of Vukovar.
- Vucedol is also a well-known excursion destination, frequented by anglers and bathers, especially the beautiful sand beach on Orlov Otok (Eagle's Island).
Currency
The Croatian currency is the Kuna, which is divided into 100 lipas.
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