Nasice

Našice is a town in Croatia. It is located on the northern slopes of Krndija Mountain in eastern Slavonia, 51 km southwest of Osijek; elevation 157 m; population 8,235 (1991). First mentioned in 1229 under the name of Nekche.

Chief occupations are farming and angling (11 km² of fishing ground). Major industries include metal processing, foodstuffs, textiles, cement (Našicecement), wood processing, printing and stone excavation. Našice is located on the main road (M3) Varaždin-Virovitica-Nasice-Osijek and the railroad Zagreb-Koprivnica-Osijek.

This economic and cultural centre is famous for its valuable cultural and historical heritage (the Gothic church, two manors, exhibitions of the art colony "Hinko Juhn"). Našice plays an important role in business and excursionist tourism. The nice park by both of the Pejačević manors (horticultural monument), the private zoo of the Bizik family in nearby Markovac as well as the interesting surroundings at the foot of Krndija Mountain emphasize the importance of natural beauty.

Sports opportunities comprise tennis courts, a football ground with accompanying facilities, boating on the fishponds and lakes.

Rich hunting grounds can be found in the immediate surroundings, and the fishpond Našička Breznica and Lapovac Lake offer fine angling opportunities. Slavonian cuisine, freshwater fish are a part of the gastronomic offer of the town and its surroundings.