7 of the Best Places to Visit in Croatia Contact Around Croatia in 7 Stops Ready to book your trip? Find the right hotel at the right place with the Plum Deluxe hotel finder . Posted on May 30, 2012 by Rebecca Quin When it comes to Croatia, believe the hype about the glittering blue bays, postcard perfect Adriatic architecture and friendly, bustling night-life. Stretching along 1,104 miles of stunning coastline, the mysterious fusion of East-meets-West is shaded by a turbulent political past that has instilled a worthy sense of environmental and cultural stewardship amongst the Croatian people. The country also an ever-expanding range of hotels and accommodation, inexpensive wineries, and top dining, putting it high on the list of value luxury. The magnificently diverse landscape is best explored by coach – the main mode of public transport in the country – with an average three-hour journey costing around 15-20 euros. Coach journeys can be booked on the day of travel as they are usually quite frequent between major towns and cities, though one thing to watch out for is the cost of putting your luggage underneath the coach (about $2.50 each).

You can begin your trip from the North and travel southwards, or come up from the Montenegrin border towards Italy. The following route through the best places to visit in Croatia took two weeks and gave a near-complete and beautiful picture of this great country. Dubrovnik One of the country’s most famous cities, the magnificent walled city of Dubrovnik is poetically known as the ‘pearl of the Adriatic’. The gleaming baroque buildings and winding marble streets will charm the Renaissance pants off of any visitor, with a number of fascinating historical monuments dotted in and around the centre. Beyond the walls, the rising forested hills provide a stunning backdrop for the sparkling clear-blue waters and white beaches. Being practically perfect, the city bursts at its ancient seams with tourists in the summer – accommodation prices shoot up but many residents on the hills outside of the city walls open up their spare rooms to travellers for a fee and can give you a local’s perspective on the best places to eat/drink. Split Centred around the ancient Diocletian’s Palace, an awe-inspiringly well-preserved Roman retirement home, Split is the largest city on the Dalmatian coast and also one of the oldest at 1,700 years.

The city combines its stunning Roman artistic heritage with an exclusive, cosmopolitan feel along the coastal promenades. The many highlights include the underground caverns which house exhibition and craft stands and the magnificent St. Domnius Cathedral with great views from the top of the 13th century campanile. Look out for the giant Grugr Ninski Statue outside the Northern walls of the palace – it’s custom to rub his enormous bronze toe for luck before entering the Bronze Gate into the Palace which is now a buzzing collection of bars, cafes and value luxury apartments. Trogir A gorgeous and quaint historic harbor 10 miles from Split, Trogir was founded by Greek colonists in 3rd century BC and has experienced a chaotic history, razed to the ground by the Saracens before being occupied by the Austrians, French and Italians and finally Croatians. The best-preserved Romanesque complex in all of central Europe, the tiny town is also packed full of Baroque palaces, churches, and towers as well as a small island fortress dating from the 13th century. Trogir provides a great day trip from the busy Split and is easily reached by local bus.

The first vacation resort in Croatia opened in Opatija in the 19th century, which turned into one of Europe’s hottest health resorts. Today, Croatia’s thousands of islands are now home to cruising boats, mountain resorts, farm stays, and wonderful spas. You can even rent a lighthouse! Hvar Island Any trip to Croatia has to include a ferry across to one of the many islands, islets and reefs sprinkled across the Adriatic Sea. Hvar is the most populated of the Dalmatian islands, with a rich artistic heritage and cultural history, providing an escapist’s paradise of lavender fields, olive trees and secluded bays. The town of Hvar has a pretty marble plaza surrounded by bars and cafes serving local produce and provides a comprehensive bus service to other areas of interest inland, as well as a frequent connecting ferry service to Split. Don’t miss our future travel articles! Signup for our free weekly email newsletter and join us in our pursuit to discover life’s luxuries. No spam – we will never sell your email address. Unsubscribe at any time. Zadar Between Rijeka and Split, Zadar is often overlooked as a stop-off destination in Croatia for no justifiable reason.

The city has a beautifully preserved network of Roman streets that wind around the Roman forum built by Emperor Augustus in the 1st century and a number of important cathedrals from the 12th century. Like a classic Croatian city without the crowds, one of Zadar’s most surprising features is the world’s only sea organ, a series of pipes cut into the promenade that emanate organ-like sounds created by the movement of the ocean. Plitvice Lakes National Park The oldest and arguably most eye-wateringly beautiful national park in Southeast Europe, Plitvice Lakes lies inland, in the mountainous karst area of central Croatia on the border with Bosnia Herzegovina. Every year, over 1 million visitors come to gaze open-mouthed at the prehistoric caverns and waterfalls, separated by natural dams which create a kind of giant staircase of azure, green and blue lakes. The park is home to species of flora and fauna that existed before humans – it does feel as though you’ve stepped onto the set of Jurassic Park 4 – and the area’s rich biodiversity is key to our understanding of the history of the planet.

You can buy tickets for one or two days exploration but beware peak season as you’ll inevitably get caught in a slow queue of tourists following the established routes through the park. Rovinj On the western coast of the Istrian Peninsula, Rovinj is a popular tourist destination for neighbouring residents of Italy with its charming and elegant fishing port and heady air of Mediterranean romance. Pastel-coloured houses are clustered together along steep winding streets, topped by the famous Venetian bell-tower, while the harbour is picture-perfect with pine-covered bays on either side. The town has an open-air market selling truffles and local seafood; you can buy a picnic here before tackling the nearby rock-climbing area just outside of the city centre. While these are some of the best places to visit in Croatia, other highlights include the capital, Zagreb, the port Pula and cosmopolitan Rijeka as well as the numerous islands reachable from the coastal town. Take a map, get planning and explore.

Flickr Photo CC Credit: paullew, lena_li, tm_boris, meaduva, jan_k, m-gem, pocius Around Croatia in 7 Stops A Guest Writer Related About the Author 23 year old London-born student reading English and French at the University of St Andrews. Lived in Scotland for almost 5 years and still yet haven't got the hang of my wees and ayes. Favourite places to travel to so far have been the Dalmation coast and all over France but these are definitely subject to change! Slow Down. Live a Life You Love. Download our FREE worksheet to learn how: * » Croatia Wine Country: The City of Split Croatia Wine Country: The City of Split Dining Croatia Wine Country: The City of Split We all know and may have visited the renowned wine regions of France, Italy and other great wine-producing regions of the world. Next time, you might want to set your sights on one of the hottest new wine regions in Europe: Split, Croatia. A few hours drive southwest from Zagreb, the city of Split is a worthwhile destination, especially in the months from May through October.

Split is a beautiful coastal community, with an active harbor ferrying tourists and locals alike to the nearby islands. Croatia Comfortable weather conditions are the norm, as is an abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oils, proficient restaurants, and now, of course, fine wine. Croatian wines of two decades ago, branded as inexpensive, awkward bulk wines, are being replaced with sophisticated, lovely bottles by small producers using quite modern techniques. Croatian soil is largely limestone based, and the local wine experts will tell you that the ground waters leaching from the limestone into the vineyards impart a distinctive mineral and edgy quality to all their wines, especially the whites. The white wines here are the star of the show, and make up well over 60 percent of all wine production. The white wines are typically rich and fruity in character, have a nice balance of acid and show the aforementioned distinctive mineral note very well. There is a wide range of varietals and styles of the whites, but look for the indigenous varietals of Posip, Pinot Sivi (Pinot Gris), Grk, and Ziahtina.

Varietals from other parts of the world do well here also, including Sauvignon Blanc (Sauvignon), Chardonnay, Malvasia, and Pinot Blanc. Farmers table set up with goat cheese, truffle and white wine The red wines of this region center around the Zinfandel varietal we know here in California, which they termed Plavic Mali. It seems evident that Split is the original home of this grape, with proof of its usage going back over 2,500 years ago. There is even a small memorial park dedicated to the founding of Plavic Mali grapevine in Split. In addition to many other indigenous varietals, Croatian winemakers also delve in the more classics (as we know them) such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and even a little Pinot Noir (Pinot Crni). For more detailed information about Split, its restaurants and wineries, and touring information, visit the Tourist Board of Split Web site.

( ) Gary Parker, owner, The WineSellar & Brasserie SPLIT CITY GUIDE SPLIT CITY GUIDE Email Split is the second – largest city of Croatia and the largest city of the region of Dalmatia. It lies on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea. The town is extremely attractive for tourists and it has more than 2700 hours of sunshine a year. The citizens of Split always say 2 things: first, that Split is the most beautiful city and the second one, its women are the most beautiful women in the world. Many tourists tend to agree after taking a walk around its streets and parks, and we are sure that these are enough good reasons to visit this sunny place and make sure if Split citizens are right. Photo by: Joško Tomić HISTORY When we are talking about beginnings of Split, it's known that in 6th century BC there was a Greek colony called Spalathos. In 229 BC this part of Adriatic coast became part of Roman Empire. But officially Split timeline started counting from 295 AD when Roman emperor Diocletian ordered a residence to be built there for his retirement.

Turbulent centuries that followed turned the residence into a city, conceived by the fugitive inhabitants of Salona who fled from the Avars and Slavs. Therefore ancient Split started to grow as bigger city. Many authorities changed in the city. From 7th up to 11th century Split became an administrative capital for Dalmatia province of Byzantium empire. In 1069 Split (Spalato) became part of Croatian kingdom under king Petar Krešimir IV. Soon Croats were forced to enter personal union with Hungarian Kingdom and Split entered in new kingdom but city retains lot of independence. After civil war in Hungarian Kingdom, Split was sold together with all Dalmatia to Venetian Republic and next 377 years it was part of Venetia (from 1420 -1797). After decline of Venetian rule in 1797, Split was ruled by the Austrians and briefly by the French, before becoming part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes that was formed in 1918.

In 1941, the city was occupied by the Italians and a very strong resistance movement soon evolved with the city first being liberated in 1943, after the capitulation of Italy. Although then becoming occupied by Germany, it was finally in the October of 1944 that Split was liberated again when the first people’s government of Croatia was formed. As part of Yugoslavia after World War II, Split experienced substantial growth as government investment in the city saw factories built for a number of different industries. Split did not suffer much damage during the war that broke out in 1991. Since Croatia’s indepdence, Split has suffered as its once strong industry entered into decline although it has recovered somewhat in recent years. Photo by: Joško Tomić CITY SIGHTS Thanks to many different attractions, Split is the right destination for people of different ages. For the beginning we should present cultural attractions. The most important cultural attraction is Diocletian Palace which represent one of the best preserved ancient complexes of that kind in the world, and hence are in many ways responsible for the reason the historical core of Split was in 1979 included on the UNESCO'S World Heritage list.

During the time of the emperor, the basement was largely used for storage of foodstuff and wine. Today, the cellars are open to the public, the main hall of the basement houses tacky souvenir stalls where tourists can buy a reminder of their stay in Split. The other areas of the basement reveal a labyrinthine room layout, ideal for an archeological discovery. The basement is also a popular venue for various events such as art exhibitions, weddings, and the International Flower Show held in May. Inside the palace is the Cathedral of St. Duje which is known for many things, but what makes it really particular is the fact that within it is the mausoleum of the Roman emperor, Diocletian. The cathedral's bell-tower is 57 metres high and is a trade mark of the town. Its construction began in the 13th century. Steps lead to the top of the bell-tower from where there is a unique view over the Diocletian palace and the whole of Split. The center of the palace is called Peristil which is today known as a place where numerous theatre performances are played. One more attraction should be mentioned - the statue of Grgur Ninski.

It was made in 1929 by famous Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović to honour the medieval bishop who fought to use Slavonic instead of Latin language in Croatian churches. The legend says that if you touch Grgur’s toe and make a wish, the wish will come true. Others cultural attraction are The Gripe Fortress, a baroque Venetian fort built in the 17th century and aqueduct built at the end of 3rd and at the beginning of the 4th century. It was built to supply Diocletian Palace with water from the river. The city is proud of a large number of museums as The Franciscan monastery of saint Ante, Archaeological Museum, Cathedral Treasury, Ethnographic Museum, HAS Museum, Natural History Museum, Split City Museum and Split Hall of Fame. Riva is also a “must see” attraction. Riva is the main city promenade of Split and one of favorite places. It is the perfect place to relax while having a coffee or a beer in one of the many esplanades, with a beautiful view to the Adriatic Sea, from the busy Port of Split till the peaceful Marjan Hill.

There are also a lot of natural beauties as parks and beautiful beaches. The most famous two parks are Marjan and Sustipan. Marjan is place where you can enjoy the beaches, play some sports and make picnics, ride a bike or just enjoy the view over all Split. Sustipan is small park near city center and perfect place to spend romantic evenings there. Split is the city with the largest number of Olympic medals per number of inhabitants. Many of Croatia's top athletes were born and raised here in Split, including swimmer and Olympic gold medalist Đurđica Bjedov, basketball player Toni Kukoč, the best handball player in the world Ivano Balić, high jump champion Blanka Vlašić and many others. As a proof you can take a walk on the west coast where are engraved names of olimpic medal winners. Split can also offer active tourism or adrenaline sports such as speedboat tours, rafting trips, kayaking, bicycle rentals, parasailing, canyoning, horse-riding, snorkelling, zip-lining etc. The young generation won't skip places in the city and its surroundings which are used for many shooting locations of TV serial “Game of Thrones”.

ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORT When choosing accommodation, tourists can pick between large number of hotels, hostels, private accommodation as well as camps, which are located in a suburb of the city of Split. Due to increased tourist visits, it would be advisable to book accommodation before your arrival in the city, because during the tourist season most of the well known accommodation is already booked. If you still haven't made your reservations in time, you will most likely be welcomed by grannys advertising their private accommodation on main city station and try to persuade you that their last minute accommodation is the best. Split can be reached by plane, train, bus or car. Bus and train stations are located in the city center, while the airport is 24 kilometers out of town, but there are regular bus lines connecting the airport with the city. As far as transportation in the city there is a large number bus lines, taxis and rent- a-car, but for those who only want to visit the city without Split surrounding areas the best option is walking as most of the attractions in the center are close to city ​​center. During the tourist season there is a lot of organized transportations which connects all the tourist attractions.

Photo by: Joško Tomić WHAT TO DO IN SPLIT Every typical Split citizen starts his day with a coffee. Split has a very unique coffee culture. Coffee bars are located on every corner of the city and you will always see locals, rain or shine, bathing in the sun while enjoying a coffee with milk. People grab coffee multiple times daily. But be aware, if a Croatian asks you to go for coffee it won't be just a 10 minute coffee break. You might find yourselves sitting there for hours. After morning coffee, it is perfect time to visit the fish market or Pazar - market with fresh local products. You can spend your afternoons on beautiful beaches. Some of them are Žnjan, Obojena, Kašuni, Bačvice and others, also you should try to play a local game called “picigin”. Picigin is a water sport invented on the sandy beach Bačvice. Whether it's a sunny summer day or a cold winter morning, the players run through water and do all kinds of stunts in order to keep the small ball from falling into the water. It's so unique and popular that the World Picigin Championship is held on Bačvice every year.

No better way of acting like a local than playing a sport invented by locals. There are lot of different ways to spend nights in Split. Usually every night starts at Matejuška. Matejuška is a small fisherman’s port on west of Riva and is probably the biggest open-air hangout in Dalmatia, specially during the Summer. People are hanging there usually with a drink bought in the nearby supermarket. Near the coast there are a lot of night clubs where you can stay till the sunrise, and in July the UMF also takes place in Split. UMF is European version of Ultra Music Festival, one of the largest in the world. You can listen some of the best DJs in the world. Read our blog about most popular Croatian festivals ! If you are in Split during the weekend, you shouldn’t skip Hajduk’s soccer game, the team with more than 100 years long history. If you are shopping for fun there are 2 shopping centers, and the city center is also a good location, precisely the Marmont’s street where a lot of shops take their place. In those shopping centers there are also cinemas so you can spend your nights there too.

It would be a shame not to visit the Croatian National Theatre, there are a lot of events which enrich tourist offer during the whole year. In the winter on the Riva there are small wooden houses where you can find mulled wine, traditional schnapps and fritulas (traditional sweets). During the summer Split organises Diocletian’s days where you can see the city as it was 1700 years ago. At the end we should say two facts which can help you in understanding local people. So, if you ask someone in Split how long would it take to come to some destination (doesn't matter the distance or where you are going), the answer will always be: “You are just 5 min from your destination”. Second thing is “fjaka”. Fjaka is psychophysical state in which human is aspiring for nothing. Common mistake is when people mistakenly compare state of "fjaka" with being lazy. The big difference is that "fjaka" is higher state of mind and body that humanity aspires to achieve. While in India and elsewhere state of "fjaka" is achieved through many years of diet and meditation, in Dalmatia it’s a gift from God.

Did you find something for yourself? Contact us for more information or any other help! Split, Croatia: A Visitor's Guide Diocletian's Palace Split is busy and big (it's Croatia's second largest city) but it remains one of the Adriatic's most vibrant port cities stunningly located between mountains and sea. As the economic and cultural center of the Dalmatian coast Split is bustling with islanders who flock into the city to work even as ferries whisk tourists out to the islands. wowslider by WOWSlider.com v8.6 It was the Romans who put Split on the map with the building of Diocletian's Palace , the sprawling 4th century residence that now encloses a welter of Roman ruins within its walls. It's fascinating to wander the cobblestoned streets within the palace where fashionable boutiques and trendy clubs alternate with crumbling pillars and medieval churches. Stroll the harbourside promenade or people-watch from one of its cafes. Climb up woodsy Marjan hill for great views over the city or plunge into the sparkling waters from one of Split's beaches .

There are so many sights to see and so many day trips from Split; the nightlife and restaurants offer such quality and variety it's impossible to be bored. [ Only one day in Split? Click here ] About Split Few were the empires that did not put their mark on Split. First came the Greeks although little remains of their tiny settlement. The Romans were much more proactive, expanding the settlement until Emperor Diocletian built his retirement palace here in the third century. Diocletian's Palace is more like a walled town and it has endured as the center of Split's cultural and political life even as the Byzantines, Croatian kings, Venetians, Austrians and Italians planted their flag on the great city. See more on Split history. Culture Split Hostels Relaxed and informal, Split residents are less interested in high culture than they are in sports and the outdoors. The local football team, HNK Hajduk Split, inspires almost fanatical devotion throughout Dalmatia and has produced a number of world-class players. Try to see a match against their arch-rival Dinamo Zagreb in the Poljud stadium to comprehend the essence of Split.

Tennis is another popular sport; former Wimbledon champin Goran Ivanisevic and top player Mario Ancic both hail from Split. Locals love to play picigin in the waters of Bacvice beach. All you need is a bunch of guys and a peeled tennis ball! What to See Diocletian's Palace and the medieval quarter to the west contain most of Split's museums and galleries. Diocletian's Palace is not only a historical discovery but it also contains Split's most interesting shops, bars, restaurants and cafes. Enter through the basement halls on the on the seaside and mount the massive steps to the heart of the Palace where you'll be impressed by the towering cathedral and an assortment of Roman monuments. To the west and north of the Palace walls lies medieval Split and the Veli Varos nighbourhood which developed from the 14th to the 17th centuries. See more on Split's museums and galleries . Video This video makes a good orientation to Split as it shows you the entire seafront of Split. With my narration, you'll easily see where Split's major sights are in relation to the ferry port, bus station, train station and airport bus.

What to Do Take a stroll on Split's seaside promenade and have a leisurely coffee in one of the cafes. Rent a bike at the foot of Marjan hill and bike around the coast, exploring the beaches. Explore the Bacvice neighbourhood to the east of the Old Town where there are beaches and nightlife. Wrap up the day at a bar, or dance the night away in one of Split's throbbing, super-fashionable discos. See more on Split nightlife. To see it all, rent a car "Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split." Stock footage and royalty-free videos on Fotolia.com - Vid 110449140 Buildings and Architecture > Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia.

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Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio 05-10-2016 Fotolia Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio 05-01-2016 Fotolia Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split.

Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio "Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split." Stock footage and royalty-free videos on Fotolia.com - Vid 107885037 Buildings and Architecture > Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split.

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Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio 05-12-2016 Fotolia Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio 05-10-2016 Fotolia Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. Trogir is historic town and harbour on Adriatic coast in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia.

Trogir is situated between Croatian mainland and island of Ciovo. It lies 27 kilometres west of city of Split. BestPhotoStudio Visit Croatia - Beautiful Country at Adriatic Sea Visit Croatia – Beautiful Country at Adriatic Sea June 10, 2013 by Michael Kenzo Croatia or the Republic of Croatia is a country situated in the Balkans, Central Europe on the east side of the Adriatic Sea. The capital and the largest city is Zagreb. Croatia is one of the ecologically best preserved parts of Europe. Croatia is blessed with outstanding natural beauty and it is a real pearl of the Balkan Peninsula with numerous historical parks and protected nature and national parks. Croatia is an area with an above average number of land, sea and underwater species. With 8 National Parks and 11 Nature Parks, Croatia is a home to protected species such as the brown bear in Kuterevo, dolphins and Mediterranean monk seal in the Kvarner waters, the griffon vulture on the craggy rocks of Cres or even the white stork in Čigoč and the herd of wild horses in Posavina.

Nature Parks in Croatia: Biokovo, Kopački rit, Lastovsko Otočje, Lonjsko Polje, Medvednica, Papuk, Talasčica, Velebit, Učka, Vransko Lake, Žumberak. National Parks in Croatia: Brijuni, Kornati, Krka, Mljet, Northern Velebit, Plitvice Lakes, Risnjak, Paklenica. The most famous National Park in Croatia is Plitvice Lakes. The main attractions of this park, unique in the world, are the 16 small lakes joined by waterfalls. This national park encompasses the source of the river Korana and several caves. Plitvice Lakes are listed on the UNESCO List of World Heritage sites. UNESCO destination in Croatia: Diokletian Palace and Medieval – Split, Dubrovnik Old Town, National Park Plitvice Lakes, Starigrad Plain, St. Jacob’s Cathedral – Shibenik, Historical Core of Trogir. Most of Croatia has a moderately warm and rainy continental climate. There is two climate zones: in the interior it is warm and wet and on the highest peaks there is a snowy forest climate.

If you want to experience totally different climates in the space of a few hours then you are in the right place. The coldest parts are Lika and Gorski Kotar. The warmest areas are at the Adriatic coast. The bulk of the tourist industry in Croatia is concentrated along the Adriatic Sea coast. The largest urban centres along the coast are Pula, Rijeka, Zadar, Šibenik, Split and Dubrovnik. The Croatian coastline together with its islands ranks among the most intricate indented coastlines in the world. There is a 1244 islands, islets, cliffs and reefs of which only 50 are inhabited. Some of the largest islands are Lošinj and Cres, Krk, Rab, Brač, Hvar, Vis, Korčula, Mljet. Croatia offers absolutely all types of beaches. There are family beaches, tidy town beaches and modern beaches for walking and having fun. The most famous beach for fun and great time is Zrće on Island of Pag and it’s called the Adriatic Ibiza. Croatia was the first country in Europe to start with the concept of commercial naturist resorts.

About 15% of all tourists that visit the country are naturists or nudists. Naturist beaches in Croatia are marked as “FKK”. The most popular nudist destinations are Pula, Hvar and Island Rab. Dalmatian Coast Dalmatian Coast Villas Share The Dalmatian Coast is where many people head when looking to get away from it all in Croatia. Covering much of the country’s Adriatic coast region, this renowned area has plenty of Mediterranean appeal and extends from the island of Rab in the north on down to the Bay of Kotor in the southeast. A land of extremes, it is home to high rising mountains, fertile plains, coastal beaches , and a variety of enticing islands . National parks such as Krka National Park provide good places for recreation, and there are numerous resort areas where fun in the sun is at the heart of things. Several cities can be found in Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast region. Among them is Zadar , which is found in the northern realms. A historically rich city, Zadar is best known for its Roman ruins and its churches. One of the churches–the Church of St. Donat–dates back to the ninth century.

Heading south along the Dalmatian Coast, you eventually come to Split , which is the largest city in the region and also has a rich history. Further south yet is the UNESCO World Heritage city of Dubrovnik , which is also known as the "Pearl of the Adriatic" and figures among the top vacation spots in the entire Mediterranean region. Makarska Riviera Makarska Riviera Sunny weather and a collection of long pebbly beaches are among the things that attract people to the Dalmatian Coast’s 36-mile-long Makarska Riviera. Set along the coast at the base of lofty Biokovo Mountain , this waterfront area is surely a popular place to sunbathe and swim in the summer. No less than six different resort towns provide area bases. These towns include low-key Brela and family-friendly Makarska. As for things to do when you’re not sunbathing or enjoying water sports activities in the Makarska Riviera, the area is home to a few sports centers, not to mention some interesting churches and the Biokovo Nature Park.

Hiking and climbing trails are among the things that await at the nature park, and you might not want to miss the botanical gardens that are found at Kotosina. Dalmatian Islands Dalmatian Islands Plenty of beaches and other great attractions can be found on the mainland of the Dalmatian Coast. It’s not all about the mainland, however. Found in this coastal region are numerous islands–more than a thousand to be exact–and they can certainly make for fantastic destinations in their own rites. An example is the island of Brac. Long a popular vacation resort, it offers all kinds of tempting things, such as long beaches and delightful hiking trails. Other ideas for places to visit among the Dalmatian Islands are Vis , Krk , and Hvar . One of the best things about Vis is the relatively secluded nature of its beaches, and Krk entices with its own high quality strips of sand. As for Hvar, its charms include beaches, a rich history, and scenic mountains. These and many of the other Dalmatian Islands can be visited by way of ferry if you are without your own personal boat.

Ferries actually link a healthy amount of Dalmatian Coast destinations together, and it is possible to board a ferry to the region in other countries, such as Greece and Italy. Dalmatian Coast Cruises Dalmatian Coast Cruises Exploring the Dalmatian Coast in a boat of some kind can be a truly wonderful thing. As mentioned, if you don’t have your own boat, you can get around effectively by taking ferries from place to place. Another option is to enjoy a Dalmatian Coast cruise. Numerous cruise ships make their ways along this privileged coastal region, and you can start your journey in any number of places. Many of the cruises understandably begin in Croatia, while others embark from other ports around Europe. The options aren’t limited to Europe, however. The Dalmatian Coast can figure among the ports of call on cruises that begin in non-continental destinations, such as Dubai in the Middle East. The options are numerous, so it can be a good idea to consider as many as possible.

Tours of the Dalmatian Coast Tours of the Dalmatian Coast Tours of the Dalmatian Coast come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be ideal for those who don’t already have a travel plan in place. Both land and sea tours can be enjoyed, and you can always look to mix some time on land with some time on the water if you wish. As for some of the things that can be featured on Dalmatian Coast tour itineraries, they include visits to Roman ruins, trips to medieval towns, some time in larger cities like Split, and stops at national parks such as renowned Plitvice Lakes National Park . Depending on what you have in mind, you can book a shorter Dalmatian Coast tour that revolves around a limited number of attractions and activities, or you can go big and arrange a multi-day tour that includes such things as your flight to Croatia, your accommodations, and entrance fees for all the attractions that are included on the tour agenda. You might even have an English-speaking tour manager who is in place to make sure that everything goes as smoothly as possible. Being that the Dalmatian Islands are such a popular European vacation destination, the tour options are abundant. Hotels

Question: The city of Split lies on the coast of which country?
Answer: CROATIA