Top sigths of Croatia
Beautiful nature, hundreds of small islands, dense forests and ancient castles – Croatia is a wonderful country perfect for vacation. The capital of the country, Zagreb, is a beautiful old city with numerous places of interest. The city was founded in the 13th century and many landmarks remind of those times, such as Stone Gate that is decorated with the image of Virgin Mary. There are also several churches and cathedrals in Zagreb. The most famous ones are St. Marcus Church and St. Stephan’s Cathedral built back in the 19th century. PMS-prostor manufakturne slobode is considered the most prestigious cultural centre of the city. It consists of several galleries and exhibition halls. Other sights of Zagreb include Dolac Market, Ban Jelačić Square, Tkalčićeva Street and Banski Dvori Palace. … OpenChapters of the guide to Ciovo Island
Shopping, streets and outlets
Do you like sweets or want to make a gift that everyone will appreciate? Then pay attention to the local desserts. Dry fig jam, gingerbread cookies Paprenjaci, honey, chocolate with pepper, and, of course, Licitar heart will be enjoyed by all those who like sweets. The Licitar heart is not only a delicious honey cake, which almost doesn’t get bad, but also a very symbolic gift. A Croatian man presents it to … Open
Best beaches
Ciovo has an attractive coastline to offer and, thus, won't disappoint fans of beach vacations. Saldun Bay is known far beyond island borders, as it’s one of the best beaches of Croatia. One of the most appealing features of Saldun Bay is excellent equipment making it a good choice for fans of active leisure and extreme sports. Along with sports and beach equipment rentals, there's also a number of bars and … Open
Ciovo Island for children - what to visit
You can observe together the Cathedral of St. Lawrence, built in the 13th century on the foundation of the ruined basilica. The young art admirers will enjoy the 13th-century portal, carved benches, and a painted crucifix from the 15th century, as well as an original candlestick in the shape of a cross. Amature architects will surely love the Chapel of the Blessed John Of Trogir, where you can see architectural … Open
Travel guide to Ciovo Island
The island has fantastic conditions for beachside recreation and entertainment. The coastline is a sequence of tiny charming beaches and bays. Beaches with fine pebble surface are particularly popular with family tourists. Water near these beaches is mostly shallow, so these areas are safe for vacationers with kids. Vela Draga and Mala Draga beaches are, without a doubt, the most famous and popular at the resort. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Ciovo Island
The Croats hate to be called “Yugoslavs” and they have a very negative attitude towards criticism of their country, which they love very much. Ancient traditions and customs are still preserved here. For example, during the wedding, the relatives of the groom put an apron and kerchief on the bride instead of the veil just like hundreds of years ago. This is a sign of her new status as a hostess. They love the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Ciovo cuisine is typically Mediterranean. Fresh vegetables, fish and seafood, olive oil and, of course, wines. Remember that most of the local dishes reveal in a completely fantastic way along with a drink from fermented grapes. When ordering lunch or dinner, do not hesitate to ask the waiter what kind of wine goes with a particular dish. Croatian chefs add spicy herbs to many dishes but otherwise, there is no risk … Open