Top sigths of Croatia
Continue your exploration of the country by visiting the resort of Naftalan that has become internationally famous due to healing mineral springs. This balneology resort has become very popular not only with European but also with Russian tourists. Rovinj is a very interesting place from the historic point of view. The town is home to many historic buildings, such as St. Euphemia Cathedral, the height of which estimates 57 metres. This is a wonderful building made in Baroque style. For more than 300 years the building has been the tallest building in Istria. Several important landmarks are located in Amicis Street – the clock tower built in the 18th century, several museums and an old library. … OpenChapters of the guide to Cres
Attractions and active leisure
However, Lake Vrana is not the only place on Cres where you can walk. There are more than twenty routes on the island. You can just walk for an hour and go on a camping trip for several days. If walking is too exhausting for you, rent a bike, a motorbike or a car. But you should remember that you can't use a car in all of the local settlements. Local beaches will please those who love to sunbathe in a … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
There are many restaurants on Cres where you can order a large number of fish dishes. It is not obvious because the island is surrounded by the sea. Try a salad made of octopus or lobster. Fish is fried, boiled and baked here. The most popular white fish is sea bass, flounder and a scorpion fish. Mussels, oysters, shrimps and octopus can be found everywhere on Cres. Croatian mullus is a delicious fish which you can … Open
Traditions and mentality of Cres
Remember that Croats are religious and even conservative people. You can sunbathe naked only on some particular beaches here. If a tourist decided to visit the capital or a large settlement wearing a bikini, he will get a fine. You can visit small villages in a bikini, but you will be condemned by locals. Croats still follow some of the old traditions. During a wedding, relatives of the groom take off the … Open
Travel guide to Cres
Fans of beach recreation will be also pleasantly surprised. They can relax on picturesque beaches that are distinguished by the outstanding and clean environment. There are no big beaches on the island, but the choice of calm and peaceful bays is simply tremendous. Many coastal areas have the Blue Flag label for their clean environment. That is particularly important for vacationers with children. Some popular … Open
Cres for children - what to visit
Beli is the most ancient settlement on the island. People have been living here for several thousand years. There are many cultural and historical attractions in Beli. Some of them is a Romanesque Church of Saint Mary with a small museum where you can see a dozen of interesting exhibits from different eras. Be sure to show to your chid ancient ruins from the times of Roman reign on the island and an amphitheatre … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
If you want, you can buy coral handicrafts on the island. This souvenir will remind about rich flora and fauna of the Adriatic Sea. Shells of different shapes and colours are sold on Cres too. The lace of local production is one more thing you can buy. But remember that the low price shows that the product is a Chinese counterfeit. One more thing you can buy in Croatia is a tie. Even on a small Cres tourist can … Open