Orahovica is located in the southeast of Viroviticko podravska County. It has an area of 123.63 square kilometers, while the population density is 47 inhabitants per square kilometer. It consists of 13 villages, and it is also called the city of twins and little Switzerland. Although it is located in Virovitica Podravina county, Orahovica with Virovitica are more turned to Pozega and Nasice is separating it from Osijek-Baranja County. According to the census in 2001. the city had 5,792 inhabitants, most of whom were Catholics. Orahovica coat of arms consists of a golden color with castle ruins and oak branches and vines. These castle ruins represent the Ružica City. In 1228th for the first time the name Orahovica have been mentioned in the writings of Andrija II, and back in the 1347th year Orahovica becomes the property of Nikola Kont. Legend has it that he built a fortress above Orahovica. The patron of the Icity is nvention of the Holy Cross, whose feast is celebrated on May 3, and... it is also the day the of the city Orahovica. Tourists who visit Orahovica are enchanted by the beauty that it offers, and particularly significant is Orahovac lake, which is a major summer destination for many locals. Ružica grad was first mentioned back in 1357th year, and in the course of history it changed owners several times. For centuries this fort was rebuilt, and it is a fortress, palace and city in the same tame. The village has a primary and secondary school, a kindergarten and a music school. The opening of the tourist season in this city is manifested with Orahovac spring, which is being organized during the tourist season. Also known is Slavin, fruit and wine fair, which is organized every year and last three days. Here was born Stjepan Mesic, politician, judge and former Croatian president. Tourists can also visit the old Orahovica basement, which is hidden by the foliage of birch and conifers. It offers many premium wines of Slavonia, and the largest barrel holds 9,385 litres. This city with its sights, the romance of space, wonderful experience of the past will certainly awaken a lavish supply of memories and mementos.
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