\u201cYou are splendid, limpid daughter of the heights, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You are graceful in your natural beauty, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When your transparent depths <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Are not disturbed by the <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wrath of darksome storms, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You are splendid, limpid daughter of the heights!\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Simon Gregor\u010di\u010d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the year 1879, Simon Gregor\u010di\u010d wrote a beautiful poem about the river So\u010da, which is recognized as one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe. It is known for its stunning emerald colour from which its second name, the Emerald River, is derived. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The source of the So\u010da is considered the most beautiful of the karst springs in the Julian Alps. It originates from within the Triglav National Park beneath the heights of Trenta and the slopes of Great Dnina. A short distance from the source, the So\u010da flows into a 15-meter waterfall. From here the So\u010da continues its path towards the valley, at first as a small stream, then transforming into a powerful river. There is a developed path leading to the source for those who would like to see this gem of nature even closer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The river winds from the valley of Tretna to Bovec and then on to Kobarid. It passes Tolmin and then reaches Most na So\u010di where it continues its path down the narrow gorges to Solkan. In Gorizia it flows down to the Friulian plains in Italy, then after its 137 km journey, empties into the Gulf of Trieste on the Adriatic. On its long path, it is joined by tributaries such as the Koritnica, U\u010dja, Tolminka, Idrijca and the Vipava. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Special natural attractions of the So\u010da river are the Velika Korita (Great Gorge), Mala Korita (Small Gorge), and the So\u010da Gorge at Kr\u0161ovec which are worth the time and effort to visit and see for yourself. We can\u2019t forget the famous endemic So\u010da trout. Every year it provides sport fisherman hours of enjoyment as they pursue this beautiful creature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apart from its natural beauty, this emerald river has a fascinating history. It has been a part of events from the arrival of Napoleon\u2019s troops to the battles of the So\u010da front between the Austro-Hungarian and Italian armies during World War I. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To this day, the So\u010da is the valley\u2019s greatest attraction for visitors and residents alike and offers many opportunities to enjoy its beauty and the recreation it affords. The So\u010da is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Kayakers, hikers, nature lovers, photographers and adrenaline addicts enjoy the So\u010da and its surroundings. A favourite sport on the So\u010da river is rafting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The So\u010da plays hosts numerous competitions and festivals. In 2007, Disney filmed a portion of the movie The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian on the amazing So\u010da river. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The So\u010da is a true Slovene jewel that never ceases to thrill and amaze! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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