WHERE SUNLIGHT FIGHTS THROUGH THE FOREST: THE SECRET OF KOZARA

“The most beautiful light is not the one in the open, but the one that fights its way through the leaves… the forest keeps the silence, and the sun turns it into gold” — photographer Miodrag Gajić

PHOTO: Miodrag Gajić

With these words, Gajić perfectly describes the atmosphere of Kozara National Park, captured through his lens. His photographs do not simply show landscapes – they reveal how nature is felt. Sunbeams breaking through dense canopies, quiet forest paths, open meadows and panoramic viewpoints make Kozara one of the most attractive natural destinations in the Republic of Srpska.

Located in the north-western part of the Republic of Srpska, Kozara is known for its preserved forests, rich biodiversity and well-maintained hiking and cycling trails. It is an ideal place for active holidays, photography lovers, families and everyone searching for peace far from city noise. Kozara offers a perfect balance between wild nature and accessibility, allowing visitors to experience the mountain in every season.

The Republic of Srpska is unique for its exceptional concentration of natural treasures on a relatively small territory.

On an area of only 24,641 km², there are three national parks – Kozara, Drina and Tara, as well as three primeval forests: Perućica, Janj and Lom, among the best preserved in Europe. Here you can also find the deepest canyon in Europe – the Tara River Canyon, while the Pliva River represents one of the largest sources of drinking water in Europe.

Such diversity of landscapes, forests and rivers makes the Republic of Srpska increasingly attractive for visitors seeking authentic contact with nature. Through the photographs of Miodrag Gajić, Kozara becomes more than a destination – it becomes an experience where light, silence and space come together to create moments worth remembering.

Welcome to Kozara – a place where sunlight turns silence into gold.