Croatia sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
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.
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History and Entertainment
The birth of the modern country is the 7th century. Exactly in this period, the Croatian tribes came to the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Then, the Croatian Kingdom was formed here. It had been the strongest and most invincible in the region for 400 years. The beginning of the 12th century was the times of the Hungarian Empire. In the 15th century, the country was under Turkey. Over the next 500 years, the country saw multiple wars and political reorganization. The last political conflict was between Serbs and Croats. After this, Croatia announced the declaration of independence in 1991.
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In Croatia, you can take part in interesting wine tours, during which you can visit historical wineries of the country and learn a lot of interesting facts about the emergence and development of winery traditions. Fans of the event tourism usually visit the country in February. At that time, the annual carnival is held in Dubrovnik. It lasts for several days, during which costume parades, music concerts and theatrical performances are held in the city streets. In Croatia, most of the festivals are organized in summer. Fans of historical events will definitely like the Knight’s Festival held in Korcula Island.
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Map of all parks
National and city parks of Croatia
♥ Forest Park 'Brdo Soline' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Brijuni' . On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Busoler' . On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Dravska šuma' . On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Golubinjak' . On the map
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Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Croatia
♥ Restaurant 'Mano' Zagreb. Type - Meats|Modern cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Meneghetti' Bale. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Monte' Rovinj. Type - Creative. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Mundoaka' Zagreb. Type - International. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Nautika' Dubrovnik. Type - Classic cuisine. On the map
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Map of all castles
Castles of Croatia
♥ Castle 'Drivenik Castle' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Dubovac Castle Croatia' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Dvigrad' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Eltz Manor Croatia' . On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fortress Kastel' . On the map
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Famous and uniques places in Croatia from our review series
Monument to Victims of Jasenovac Concentration Camp
From the series “The most famous buildings of communism”
One of the world's largest death camps was founded in the village of Jasenovac in Croatia in 1941. About 700,000 people were killed during its existence only by rough estimates. Thousands of Jews, Roma, and Serbs lost their lives in this camp. The symbolic monument recalls the tragic past of these places today. It is called "Stone Flower". This beautiful memorial was abandoned for several years after the breakup of Yugoslavia. The historical museum located next to it was also closed. The full restoration of the historical complex took place only in 2006. The memorial built during the communist period was completely reconstructed. Beautiful glass panels with the names of the dead prisoners of the camp engraved on them were installed next to it. In addition to the old stone monument, … Read all
West Gate Center
From the series “12 Largest Shopping Centers Worldwide”
In Zagreb you can find the biggest shopping mall in Europe. Its' name is "West Gate Centre" and it was opened in 2009. In this mall there are nearly 500 various shops on the area of more than 100 thousand square meters. The mall was built in 15 months and now "West Gate Centre" is ready to present not only a wide range of shops but also a wide range of entertainment. Visitors with children will be interested in KIDS WORLD. The area of this park is 4 thousand square meters. It is good for babies and teenagers at once. The mall has all season ice skate and boiling club, more than 20 restaurants with different cuisines and over 10 bars. The enormous shopping mall in Zagreb is dramatically differing from others by its terrific design. Its halls are always decorated with an original art … Read all
Plitvice Lakes National Park
From the series “Top 15 Most Fantastic Creations of Nature”
In Croatia, there is the unique Plitvice Lakes National Park. Its marvelous landscapes are impressive. The reserve was founded in 1949. Now, it is the largest national park in the country. As you might guess from the name, the main feature of the park are lovely lakes located on its territory. Ponds lying in the complex mountainous terrain form wonderful cascades with waterfalls and mysterious caves. It’s important to note that you can admire picturesque lakes not only in summer, but also in winter, when ponds and waterfalls are frozen and snow-covered. The national park will appeal to nature lovers, who will have an opportunity to stroll through the birch and fir forests, observe rare birds, and see other typical representatives of the local fauna. The national park owes its marvelous … Read all
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Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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Sightseeing in popular cities of Croatia
Dubrovnik
The Onofrio Fountain. Big Onofrio Fountain is located in a small square to the right from the Pile Gate. It was built in 1438 by Neapolitan architect Onofrio de la Kavi, who also projected the city’s water system. The fountain is one of the most well-known monuments in the city. Originally, it was decorated with a sculpture. However, later the sculpture was ruined during the earthquake of 1667. Only 16 stone masks have left since that time. The water runs out of the masks. The first building … Read more 
Split
The Cathedral of Saint Douilly is a very unusual monument of architecture. It has been erected on the ruins of ancient Roman buildings and represents a beautiful creation in a Byzantine style. It maintains many ancient design elements. Its altar was made during the 15th century. A part of the cathedral is occupied by an interesting historical museum nowadays. Among its exhibits are ancient breast crosses, military relics and unique manuscripts. Lovers of unusual tours should not ignore Ivan … Read more
Hvar
There is the small town of Vrboska in the northern part of the island. It stretches along the coastline and is known as the longest town on the island. The oldest building in the town is St. Peter Church built in the second half of the 14th century. When walking through the historical district, the guests of the town can admire fascinating monuments in Renaissance, baroque and gothic style. In the eastern part of Hvar, one of the most interesting towns for tourists is Sucuraj. In its … Read more
Zadar
The most unusual city attraction can safely be said to be the “Sea organ”. It can be seen and heard from the waterfront. In 2005, a pipe system was built in the step of the embankment which, under the action of sea waves, produces very melodic and pleasant sounds. This place on the waterfront is popular with local people. Many of them come here in the evenings to relax and listen to the amazing sounds produced by the unique musical instrument. No less interesting attraction is the … Read more
Zagreb
An original symbol of the city is the old funicular; it connects the Lower and Upper City. This funicular which was opened in 1893, is the shortest and steepest in the world; its length is only 66 meters. The slope of the cabin during the ascent is 52 degrees, which is a true world record. Everyone who loves unusual activities can ride on this funicular. Its cabins are designed for 28 passengers. An excellent place for a family excursion will be the Ethnographic Museum. It is located in a … Read more
Porec
Fans of architectural attractions would be interested in visiting the House of Two Saints. Built at the turn of the 14th-15th centuries, it is located on Sveti Mauro Street. The beautiful Romanesque-style building owes its name to the fact that its facade is adorned by two skillfully executed figures. They remain one of the main mysteries of the city, as the author of this decoration is still unknown. According to some information, the sculptures were brought from abroad by the first owner of … Read more
Rovinj
An interesting cultural institution is the Batana House Museum. It is a small establishment on the water dedicated to an ancient fishing boat - the battalion. For several hundred years, it has remained an indispensable fishing tool for local fishermen. Museum visitors will have an opportunity to learn numerous facts about these boats that haven't changed externally over the past centuries. Fishermen continue to use small wooden boats to this day. They have a gift shop, where you can buy … Read more
Opatija
Another beautiful monument of architecture is Villa Angiolina built in the middle of the 19th century by the famous aristocrat Iginio Scarpa. Later, the luxurious villa was converted into a sanatorium where many world celebrities received treatment. Today, the luxurious villa with a delicate pink-colored facade operates as a Museum of Tourism. It offers an interesting exposition devoted to the history of the resort development. The most unusual collection presented in the museum is the one … Read more
