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Osijek-One
Osijek-One
This year proved to be more festivals than ever in Osijek-Barnja.
Return of knights to Fortress Kolođvar
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Tarda Festival full of excitementThis weekend was the 2nd annual Tarda Festival held just 5-minute drive outside of Osijek. In a town called Darda was the place to be at the Esterhazy castle. It was full of excitement bringing together rich cultural history from the past history of life for the three days. Reconnecting history through cultural activities, fine clothing of the era, food, and music and dancing. The theme draws upon the early 16th century and at the dawn of the 18th century. With special concert performance from the hit group Frajle.
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The Feast of Saint Anthony in Tvrđa the-feast-of-saint-anthony-in-tvra.htmlIn Tvrđa June 13, 2017, was a very busy day as people from Osijek and surrounding communities came to this Holy event. The Pilgrimage is one of the biggest days in Osijek with thousands of believers flocking to the area for the confessions and to see the church. The celebration of Saint Anthony’s feast happens every year on June 13 as it has done for centuries.
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From Art Festivals to Museums
ReArt Festival in OsijekIf you were not out and about in Osijek this past weekend you missed a lot of fun. With the weather being hot and not a cloud in the sky could spoil the Re-Art Festival.
This two day festival called Re-Art brought a lot of creative talent from: Artists, Musicians, Writers, Photographers, Actors, Dancers, and more. The one challenge was that artistic work had to be created by hand without the use of machines or very little. It brought the community together with creative minds sharing ideas and thoughts. There was a magical feeling in the air with the transformation of space to this amazing event in Tvrđa. Click here for more |
Days of Kulen: 16th year Kulen in JagodnjakuThe largest festival of kulen in Croatia from May 25 to 28 2017 in the heart of Baranja in Jagodnjaku. More accurately taken place on the grounds of Primary Jagodnjak starting at 3 pm. Organised by the Municipalities of Jagodnjak which consists of a four-day program.
Visitors can enjoy a multitude of different kulen that is local, domestic and handmade. The organiser has also put together as part of the program some great entertainment and cultural programs. After the opening ceremonies kulen, follows the parade of entertaining folklore groups, horses and horse drawn carriages’ on the streets of Jagodnjak. Click here to read more |
Festivals to SFestivals in Osijek-Baranjaoccer in Osijek-Baranja.The month of August maybe the busiest months of festivals and cultural events before the school season starts up again. Osijek and Baranja surrounding area has been host to more festivals, cultural events and sports activities this year. The Municipalities and Tourism board has seen a positive which has been incredible. It can be noticed with growing number of Tourists arriving in by buses these past summer months. This month NK Osijek will be facing some more historic moment in its soccer club history.
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The official kick off to Advent this weekend. As Tvrđa hosted the big event
Feeling the spirit of ChristmasFor young children there was a carousel, Ferris wheel and swing ride. The carousel of horses and beautifully decorated pumpkin carriages made it look like a fairy tales. If one looked closer at the paintings on the carousel one could see Croatian historical landmarks. Amusement rides that glittered with bright white lighting brought out many smiles from young and old. The line of small white houses created the finishing touch of a perfect Christmas village with a toy store full of bright colourful wooden toys. A house filled with chocolate that would be a great addition for the Christmas stockings. Click here to see more |
Something new on the Christmas TramGet ready for something new and something old. This year’s Christmas tram has some new tech on board as young riders will be able to experience the Virtual world. For the first time the experience of what it would feel like to be a tram driver wearing virtue head set.
They also kept tradition alive with younger children as they too can hope on board for a special ride with Santa and helpers as they travel on the tram. They will be able to enjoy the experience of Christmas as the crew puts on the Christmas Play. Click here for more details. |