Astra Divina

Peace and quiet. A different, slower pace of life. A sense of freedom. The sounds of wildness and one's own heart come to the fore. It's all Astra Divina.

About

Welcome to Astra Divina’s website, a craft from the village of Hrib in Gorski kotar. Our wish is to introduce you to the diversity of plants and animals of Gorski kotar. A biologist Marta Blažević will take you to the magical world of wild and domestic animals, medicinal plants and vast forests, colorful birds and butterflies. A woman from Volosko that grew up in Opatija, who decided to move to Gorski kotar in 2016. “I realized I would have to change jobs. The previous one was still too far for me. Among other things, they say it is optimal to change jobs every five years. I spent almost seven on the previous one. Even then, I was thinking about the fact that I would like to be my own boss and open a business for education “, says Marta Blažević. Astra Divina is the realization of her dream. To live in harmony with nature, to transfer her knowledge and emotions to you, the visitors of her ecological estate. But why the Astra Divina? “Talking to my colleagues about the name, one of them pointed out to me that I actually already have a name. It’s Astra Divina. “

In fact, that was the name of her email address a few years back. “People recognized me through it. The name could be easily pronounced by both locals and foreigners. I decided to take the advice. Then I opened my Facebook profile and page. As I moved to a new environment, people thought that Astra was my real name. It was extremely fun and endearing to me. Astra has become like some alter ego for me. It depicts that creative and proud part of my personality“, explains Marta. And for those of you who have not had the opportunity to visit us, the eco estate is located in Šafari. A hamlet not far from the village of Hrib, which is surrounded by the source of The Kupa river and The Risnjak National Park. This geographical detail best conveys to you what kind of world you are coming to and what you can expect when you arrive in Šafari. Astra Divina and Marta Blažević prepared a colorful range of education and workshops, dances and recreation. All generations will find something that will interest and entertain them.

Spend an unforgettable day in nature!

"Every living being is an engine geared to the wheelwork of the universe. Though seemingly affected only by its immediate surrounding, the sphere of external influence extends to infinite distance".
Nikola Tesla
Inventor

Eco estate bordered by the source of the Kupa and the Risnjak National Park

How to reach us?

We are an hour away from Rijeka, two hours from Zagreb. If you are in a hurry, you can travel by highway to Delnice and then head to Crni Lug. When you reach Gerovo, turn right towards Hrib. The road will narrow sharply, and nature will assume a fairytale appearance. Don’t worry, you’re on the right path. In a few minutes, you will arrive to our house. For those who travel from Rijeka and want to enjoy the picturesque environment, we recommend that you take the old road across Mrzla Vodice.

A view from above

Virtual walk