Lipice is a village situated in the Lika-Senj County of Croatia, known for its idyllic setting amidst the captivating landscapes of the Lika region. Located approximately 35 miles from the county's administrative center of Gospić, Lipice is celebrated for its serene natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and agricultural traditions. According to 2021 census, Lipice had 98 inhabitants, of which 100% were Croats.
Lipice
Lipovo | |
|---|---|
Village | |
  Lipice | |
| Coordinates: 45°01′59″N 15°09′36″E / 45.033°N 15.16°E | |
| Country |  Croatia |
| County | Lika-Senj |
| Municipality | Brinje |
| Area | |
• Total | 15.2 km2 (5.9 sq mi) |
| Population (2021)[2] | |
• Total | 94 |
| • Density | 6.2/km2 (16/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
History
editLipice was first mentioned in writing in 1638.
Population
editThe population of Lipice peaked in the early 20th century.
| Year of counting | Population |
|---|---|
| 1857 | 625 |
| 1869 | 815 |
| 1880 | 846 |
| 1890 | 870 |
| 1900 | 982 |
| 1910 | 1.051 |
| 1921 | 972 |
| 1948 | 1.025 |
| 1953 | 985 |
| 1961 | 898 |
| 1971 | 835 |
| 1981 | 555 |
| 1991 | 417 |
| 2001 | 254 |
References
edit- ^ Register of spatial units of the State Geodetic Administration of the Republic of Croatia. Wikidata Q119585703.
- ^ "Population by Age and Sex, by Settlements" (xlsx). Census of Population, Households and Dwellings in 2021. Zagreb: Croatian Bureau of Statistics. 2022.
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