Seven Watermills and Cascades Walk
Umoljani village is more easily accessible than Lukomir. Although the village was destroyed during the war, much of it has been rebuilt. The natural beauty of its surroundings, though, is still among the most striking in the area. The south side is a typical karst landscape that is dry and rather barren. The north side is flush with thick forest and green pastures and is ideal for hiking, walking or a picnic. The remnants of ancient settlers can be found scattered around the village with many medieval tombstones perched on high ridges. The valley of Studeno Polje is a magical little place tucked behind the summer shepherd village of Gradina near Umoljani. There have been several initiatives to start ecotourism in this area.
In between Umoljani and the summer settlement of Gradina is a villager named Emin who has a small mountain hut where one can have lunch, coffee and even spend the night. Everything is home-grown and organic and the local food is fantastic. The seven old watermills that fell into disrepair during the war have been reconstructed and are a great place to visit on a hike. They can be seen on the left-hand side (south side) on the approach to the village. There are now several homes open offering bed and breakfast services. Studeno Vrelo is a new traditional restaurant in the middle of the village. They too have very nice accommodation in a comfy log cabin. The traditional food is excellent and most of it home-grown.
In between Umoljani and the summer settlement of Gradina is a villager named Emin who has a small mountain hut where one can have lunch, coffee and even spend the night. Everything is home-grown and organic and the local food is fantastic. The seven old watermills that fell into disrepair during the war have been reconstructed and are a great place to visit on a hike. They can be seen on the left-hand side (south side) on the approach to the village. There are now several homes open offering bed and breakfast services. Studeno Vrelo is a new traditional restaurant in the middle of the village. They too have very nice accommodation in a comfy log cabin. The traditional food is excellent and most of it home-grown.
