Lipik

Lipik is a town in western Slavonia, Croatia in the Požega-Slavonia county.

History

Lipik was occupied by Ottoman forces along with other cities in Croatia until its liberation in 1691. In 1773, the warm waters of Lipik were described favorably by a Varaždin doctor. It continued to be used as a treatment spa for over a century, and in 1872, the first hotel was opened in the town. By 1920 the number of hotels grew to six. Spa treatment is still the major focus of economy for the town.

Attractions

A town and famous health resort at the foot of the western slopes of Psunj Mountain. Thermal water springs underlie the development of health tourism. Water temperature at the source reaches up to 60 °C and the daily capacity is 1,500,000 litres. This alkaline water is rich in fluorine, sodium and calcium, and suitable for treatment of locomotory system disorders, heart diseases, vascular diseases, sciatica, lumbago, multiple sclerosis, etc. Medicinal mud is also used in treatment. Mineral water is used for drinking, and offered on the market under the brand name "Lipički Studenac".

The buildings of the health complex with the park are now under reconstruction.

External links

* [http://www.lipik.hr/ Official site]