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| Croatia Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Monument of Grgur Ninski in Split Monument of Grgur Ninski in Split Bozo Dujmovic Croatia is a beautiful small country situated on the Adriatic coast. It is first country in the world that offers to all visitors and tourist possibility of having free and comprehensive Croatia travel guide on mobile phone called mobiEXPLORE Croatia. It is available prior to your arrival in Croatia from official web site mobiexplore.com. You can search among plenty useful info about history, culture, gastro offer, accommodation and shopping offer, daily weather forecast and events in cities, interactive detail city maps with street indexes for easier search, audio guides for major attractions,...and much more. It is available like Flash application for symbiam phones and even over mobile portal (Wap) - in this second case you have to write in browser mxcroatia.com and use it online. If you have Flash compatible mobile phone you can download it and use more frequently. Besides its natural beauty, it also offers: a unique history, a unique mixture of cuisines, many internationally recognised hotels and helpful individuals. Zagreb is the capital of the country. It may not attract as many visitors as the coastal towns of Rijeka or Split or Zadar or Dubrovnik but is well worth a visit. There are many museums in town and at night there are lots of things going on. The Croatian coast is among the most beautiful in the world. It has unique cities like Split with its Diocletian palace or Dubrovnik which was the rival of Venice for centuries, great beaches and more than 1001 islands to choose from. By one hour ferry from Split, you can reach the island of Hvar - the sunniest island of the Adriatic, which has also been elected one of the 10 most beautiful islands in the world by traveller (edition 1997). Don't forget a visit to Cavtat and the Koravle Valley. Cavtat is an ancient Epidaurum city just south of Dubrovnik, near the airport. Stone houses go up from the picturesque bay. A great place to base your trip to Croatia. Koravle Valley is rich in farming and folk culture. Sundays are a chance to visit the village of Cilipi, renowned for their traditional folk dances. Plitvice is Croatia's most famous National Park. Its many lakes and waterfalls are ideal for hiking or trekking around. The Dalmatia region is full of untouched nature and thousands of islands. The island of Ciovo is only 25 kilometers from Split and is connected with a bridge to Trogir, a small town under the protection of UNESCO. You might wish to visit this fantastic town, as many celebrities did before you (Bernie Ecclestone, Albert Grinaldi, Gwyneth Paltrow, Armani and many others). Don't forget Fazana and the islands of Brioni! Just a bit north of Pula... You may not see them on a map, but it was the summer home of Tito (his choice of all Yugoslavia) and farther back the Caesars during the Roman empire (even farther back, stone age man and before him dinosaurs. You can still see the footprints in stone!) Think about it... with all of Italy why choose to live here? That's right! _________History Edit This Gabela Ruin Gabela Ruin janskov www.toptrogir.com [Add New] Historical Presentation Edit This Gabela Ruin Gabela Ruin photo by: janskov The Pre-Croatian Period If we were to judge by the caves existing in the area, like the Bajan Cave , we can be certain of habitation as far back as the older Stone Age period and it is also assumed that The Cro-Magnon man lived here 13 thousand years ago. From the later Stone Age period, there is material proof of the existence of a pre-Illyrian culture and civilisation in the area. In the older Bronze Age, there is evidence of Illyrian tribes. Copper objects found in the area are proof of an intensive lifestyle. Some walled settlements on the higher points, so-called "gradine" more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.komarna.com ___________Practical Information Edit This Practical and useful information available on free Croatia travel guide mobiEXPLORE Croatia. You can download it free from www.mobiexplore.com and also on several specialized web portals for software distribution )like youpark, clickapps, mobile 9...). It has detail city maps with street indexes, daily updated informations, weather forecast, audio guides about major sights and attractions, many photos, texts, info about gastro, accommodation, shopping, wellness offer and many, many more. Contributors June 26, 2008 change by argon8 Currency The local currency is the Croatian Kuna (HRK) [Add Practical address] Tourist Assistance Card Edit This Tourist Assistance Card provides safeness when you are in a foreign country, do not speak Croatian language, you are not conversant with legal regulations, you do not know where is the nearest pharmacy or hospital, you need road assistance or you do not avail Croatian language and letter and you need an interpreter service. Tourist Assistance Card is intended for Swedish, German and Czech speaking tourists who plan to visit Croatia. type: Embassies and Consulates World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.mitvcard.com address: Croatia email: info@mitvcard.com AdriaticGlobal.net Edit This AdriaticGlobal travel agency is one of leading agency’s specialized for providing tourist services in southern Dalmatia.Our business is based on quality presentation and complete tourist offer, professional and individual service oriented to client wishes and needs. AdriaticGlobal team has duty to make your vacation pleasant, therefore all tourist services from our offer program have been selected trough our control of quality standards. AdriaticGlobal offer program includes most of tourist products in southern Dalmatia and we would like to point out private accommodation, more.. type: Tourist information World66 rating: [rate it] tel: 020 436 610 url: www.adriaticglobal.net address: Sv.Kriza 3 email: info@adriaticglobal.net _________Webcams & 360 degree pics Edit This <a href="http://www.splitmap.com/ name="Split">Split</a> is the economic and administrative center of Middle Dalmatia, with about 200,000 inhabitants. It is also the jumping-off point for exploration of the coast and islands of the beautiful Croatian Adriatic. The site was first settled when, at the end of the third century AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here. The importance of Diocletian’s Palace far transcends local significance because of its level of preservation and the buildings of succeeding historical periods built within its walls, which today form the very heart of old Split. Split’s growth became particularly rapid in the 7th century, when the inhabitants of the destroyed Greek and Roman metropolis Salonae (present-day Solin) took refuge within its walls. The lovely ruins of Solin outside the city can still be explored today. In the Middle Ages, Split was an autonomous commune. [Add Webcam] Split Map Edit This Split is the economic and administrative center of Middle Dalmatia, with about 200,000 inhabitants. It is also the jumping-off point for exploration of the coast and islands of the beautiful Croatian Adriatic. The site was first settled when, at the end of the third century AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here. The importance of Diocletian’s Palace far transcends local significance because of its level of preservation and the buildings of succeeding historical periods built within its walls, which today form the very heart of old more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.splitmap.com __________Getting Around Edit This The ferry Split Prvi The ferry Split Prvi Use free Croatia travel guide for mobile phones - mobiEXPLORE Croatia. It is available on www.mobiexplore.com and several specialized web sites for softwares. This is freeware mobile application. Komarna is on the Croatian coast 70 kilometres North of Dubrovnik. All the holiday villas and apartments have a clear view of the azure Adriatic Sea beyond the beach. The village lies in the bay of Mali Ston engulfed by the mainland and the peninsula of Peljesac whose coasts are dotted with small uninhabited islands, reefs and cliffs offering a spectacular view much like Southern Thailand or Greece. Komarna is the perfect place for making a vacation if you want to be disturbed by nothing but the sound of rattling palm leaves and soft waves rolling in on the beach. There is no chance of getting bored though. Just three kilometres to the South you'll find the tourist town of Klek offering a wide selection of restaurants, bars, shops and discotheques, and there are a lot of historical sights nearby and world-class tourist attractions to be easily reached in a day-trip. On the Komarna web site you can find information on the village and surroundings which include the ancient Greek colony of Narona in Neretva Valley, the holy place in Medjugorje and the world heritage site of Dubrovnik one hour drive to the South. And you may find accommodation for a great family holiday or senior holiday. [Add Local transport mode] Local Ferries Edit This The ferry Split Prvi The ferry Split Prvi The only way to get to the islands of Croatia is by ferry or catamaran. If your planning to go to the island of Brac then check out Split Tours' web site because they have a regular ferry line that goes 4-5 times a day from Split to Supetar (on the island Brac) World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.splittours.hr address: Split, Croatia How to get there Edit This Beach in Komarna Beach in Komarna photo by: jan skov Komarna is just off the main North-South highway (E65) that cuts along the coast. It is about 70 km. North of Dubrovnik and 120 km. South of Split. Coming from the North take note of the "km stones" there is a small road leading down to Komarna on your right 700m after the stone with km 733. If you are coming from inland (Metkovic) turn left in Opuzen towards Dubrovnik and follow the instructions as if you were coming from the North. Coming from the South you'll pass through the tourist town of Klek. Notice the "km stones". Three km after Klek there is a small road on more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.komarna.com email: jan@komarna.com Peljesac Edit This Peljesac is situated in southern Dalmatia between Neretva bay in the north and Mali Ston bay eastward (between which is so called Little Sea). Mljet channel is south of Peljesac, and Peljesac channel on the western side. World66 rating: [rate it] tel: 00385913715210 url: www.dalmatien-tourist.eu email: info@adriastar.com ______________Getting There Edit This Blue Line's Ships Blue Line's Ships [Add Global transport mode] Ferries to Croatia Edit This Blue Line's Ships Blue Line's Ships Even though the cheapest way to get to Croatia is by plane, if you wish to travel with your car then catching a ferry is the only way for you. Blue Line International as ferries going daily from Ancona to Split and to Vis and Hvar during the summer. More information on Blue Lines Web Site type: By Sea World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.blueline-ferries.com address: Split, Croatia Flights to Croatia Edit This If and when Croatia ever becomes part of the EU, there will be many more low cost flights to Croatia. The cheapest way to get to Croatia from London is with Ryanair to Pula or Easyjet to Rijeka. also to Italian airports Ancona, Bari, Trieste, Pescara or to Venice (which has a fast ferry to Opatija in Croatia. As of now, British Airways has daily flights from London to Dubrovnik and flies from London to Split three times a week. British Airways also flies from Manchester to Dubrovnik three times a week. Aer Lingus has regular flights from Dublin to more.. type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] address: London email: gilttripper@hotmail.co.uk Eleanor Powell Barnes Edit This I will be in Dubrovnik on the October 9th and am interested in leaving for Medjugorje on the 9th. I would like to know what modes of transport are available and what times they depart from Dubrovnik. I would also like to know if it would be possible to join and English-speaking group for Medjugorje and what hotels are available from October 9 to October 13. I have to be back in Dubrovnik on October 13th as I have a flight that departs from there at 14:45 for Budapest. I would appreciate information on this with the intention of booking a tour with more.. type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] tel: + 34 91 5750007 address: Jorge Juan, 37 Madrid 28001, Spain email: mielle.esteban@terra.es _____________Economy Edit This Economy—overview: Before the dissolution of Yugoslavia, the Republic of Croatia, after Slovenia, was the most prosperous and industrialized area with a per capita output perhaps one-third above the Yugoslav average. The economy emerged from a mild recession in 2000 with tourism, banking, and public investments leading the way. Unemployment remains high, at about 18%, with structural factors slowing its decline. While macroeconomic stabilization has largely been achieved, structural reforms lag because of deep resistance on the part of the public and lack of strong support from politicians. Growth, while impressive at about 3% to 4% for the last several years, has been stimulated, in part, through high fiscal deficits and rapid credit growth. The EU accession process should accelerate fiscal and structural reform. GDP: purchasing power parity—$55.76 billion (2005 est.) GDP—real growth rate: 4% (2005 est.) GDP—per capita: purchasing power parity—$11 600 (2005 est.) GDP—composition by sector: agriculture: 8% industry: 31% services: 60% (2005 est.) Inflation rate—consumer price index: 3.2% (2005 est.) Labor force: total: 1.71 million (2005) by occupation: industry and mining 32.8% agriculture 2.7% services 64.5% (2004) Unemployment rate: 18.7% official rate; labor force surveys indicate unemployment around 14% (December 2004 est.) Budget: revenues: $17.69 billion expenditures: $19.35 billion; including capital expenditures of $NA (2005 est.) Industries: chemicals and plastics, machine tools, fabricated metal, electronics, pig iron and rolled steel products, aluminum, paper, wood products, construction materials, textiles, shipbuilding, petroleum and petroleum refining, food and beverages, tourism Industrial production growth rate: 4.5% (2005) Electricity—consumption: 15.81 billion kWh (2003) Electricity—production: 11.15 billion kWh (2003) Agriculture—products: wheat, corn, sugar beets, sunflower seed, barley, alfalfa, clover, olives, citrus, grapes, soybeans, potatoes; livestock, dairy products Exports: total value: $10.3 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) commodities: transport equipment, textiles, chemicals, foodstuffs, fuels partners: Italy 23%, Bosnia and Herzegovina 13.4%, Germany 11.4%, Austria 9.6%, Slovenia 7.6% (2004) Imports: total value: $18.93 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) commodities: machinery, transport and electrical equipment; chemicals, fuels and lubricants; foodstuffs partners: Italy 17.1%, Germany 15.5%, Russia 7.3%, Slovenia 7.1%, Austria 6.9%, France 4.4% (2004) Debt—external: $29.28 billion (30 June 2005 est.) Economic aid: recipient: ODA, $166.5 million (2002) Currency: 1 Croatian kuna (HRK) = 100 lipas Exchange rates: Croatian kuna per US$1—5.9473 (2005), 6.0358 (2004), 6.7035 (2003), 7.8687 (2002), 8.34 (2001) Fiscal year: calendar year Contributors June 21, 2006 change by happyv ________Day Trips Edit This By the harbour By the harbour jan skov Here are a few daytrips! Contributors January 20, 2006 change by giorgio [Add Day Trip] Np Krka Edit This Krka, a river in Dalmatia, belongs to the county of Šibenik and Knin. It is limited by Knin-Zadar-Split triangle, whose main route goes through the towns of Knin-Drniš-Šibenik. River Krka springs at the foot of mountain Dinara, three and a half kilometres northeast of the town of Knin at the foot of 22 m high the Topoljski slap Falls, which is deafening in winter and dry in summer. It flows through very craggy part of Dalmatia and like a umbilical cord it closely connects Knin and Šibenik. That magnificent river abounds in beauty of nature, scientific mysteries, important more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.travel49.com address: Nelipica b.b email: info@travel49.com The Trsteno Arboretum Edit This By the harbour By the harbour photo by: jan skov More than 300 species of trees and numerous plants from around The Mediterranean and the world set around architecture from the Gothic-Renaissance period onwards makes The Trsteno Arboretum widely acknowledged as one of the finest gardens in this part of Europe. The botanical gardens at Trsteno North of Dubrovnik were founded in 1492 by the Gucetic-family who resided in the splendid 15th century summer residence in the centre of the gardens until it was nationalised by the communists. Being able to see the gardens today can be considered somewhat more.. World66 rating: [rate it] Excursions Edit This i Excursions With huge variety of excursions from our offer, we give you the opportunity to visit a beautiful scenery and cultural and historical places of southern Dalmacia. Dubrovnik panorama & sightseeing Half day tour This excursion starts from your hotel at 08.30 a.m. Excursion begins from your hotel and a coach drive to the coastal highway for a panoramic view of the city walls... Mostar Full day tour This excursion starts from your hotel at 08.00 a.m. This area has seen varied cultures and more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.dubrovnik-excursion.com email: info@lsadriatic.com Medjugorje Edit This On June 24th 1981 a young woman bearing a child on her arm appeared on a hill outside Medjugorje. With her free hand she urged six young people to come closer but they did not dare to do so as they sensed something extraordinary. However urged by a will they could not describe all of them came back the next day individually and she revealed herself to be The Holy Virgin. The Holy Virgin also appeared the third day and appealed for peace. All in all she has shown herself 10 times in front of countless people and every day services in different languages are more.. World66 rating: [rate it] alen Edit This If you are looking for adventure on river Neretva, visit Neretva Foto Safari. Neretva World66 rating: [rate it] tel: 00385913715210 url: www.gradac.info email: alen.blazevic@st.htnet.hr ___________People Edit This Population: 4 494 749 (July 2006 est.) Age structure: 0-14 years: 16,2% (male 373 638; female 354 261) 15-64 years: 67% (male 1 497 958; female 1 592 485) 65 years and over: 16,8% (male 288 480; female 465 098) (July 2006 est.) Population growth rate: -0.03% (2006 est.) Birth rate: 9.61 births/1 000 population (2006 est.) Death rate: 11.48 deaths/1 000 population (2006 est.) Net migration rate: 1.58 migrant(s)/1 000 population (2006 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.06 male(s)/female under 15 years: 1.05 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 0.99 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.62 male(s)/female (2006 est.) Infant mortality rate: 6.72 deaths/1 000 live births (2006 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 74.68 years male: 71.03 years female: 78.53 years (2006 est.) Total fertility rate: 1.4 children born/woman (2006 est.) Nationality: noun: Croat(s) adjective: Croatian Ethnic groups: Croat 89.6% Serb 4.5% other 5.9% (including Bosniak, Hungarian, Slovene, Czech, and Roma) (2001) Religions: Catholic 87.8% Orthodox 4.4% Slavic Muslim 1.3% Protestant 0.4% others and unknown 6.1% Languages: Croatian 96% other 4% (including Serbian Italian Hungarian Czech Slovak and German) Literacy: definition: age 15 and over can read and write total population: 98.5% male: 99% female: 98% (2003 est.) Contributors June 21, 2006 change by happyv _____________Beaches Edit This Rab Paradise beach Rab Paradise beach Tourist Community of the Town of Rab Besides official nudist resorts and beaches, you can enjoy in numerous other hidden little coves or bays, many of them reachable only by a boat, where you can enjoy total privacy for a day or meet other nautical naturists. Even on the clothed beaches in the area, it is common to see nude use. Brac is the highest and third largest island in the Adriatic. Pine forests, olive groves, and vineyards are plentiful. Traditional seaside pleasures are to be found in the numerous bays, on sandy and gravel beaches that form the long and well-indented coast of Brac. The beaches have something special, particularly the Zlatni Rat beach - their gravel promontory shifts from side to side as the wind and waves constantly change their shapes. Interesting note: The white stone of Brac has been used in many famous buildings, including the White House in Washington, DC. On the southern side of the island, near the village of Bol, world famous sandy beach "Zlatni Rat"( Golden Horn ) is located. In the near coves and bays many sandy and pebbled beaches can be found. One of the most known is Paklina FKK beach. It is located at the western end of the famous "Golden Horn". Snacks and drinks at the textile beach (approx. 200 meters). Both, the naturist and the textile beach are well attended in the high season. Naturist section is pebbled and if you like more private places, keep walking to the west where some nice small pebble and rocky coves can be found. Because of the winds, Bol is famous for windsurfing, so if you are a windsurfing fan, this could be the place for you. Other naturist beaches on the island can be found on the east coast, between Supetar and Sumartin. Along the coast between Postire and Sutivan villages, on the northern side of the Brac island, you can find dozens of small bays and coves with beautiful scenery and natural beaches. One of them, little and hidden cove called "Mutnik", not far from a small village Mirca, is reserved for naturist sunbathers and it is a genuine tourist diamond. It is easy accessible by car since there is a 23km long road between Postire and Sutivan. [Add Beach] Rab sandy beaches Edit This Rab Paradise beach Rab Paradise beach photo by: Tourist Community of the Town of Rab The island of Rab has some of the most beautiful sandy beaches in Croatia. Two the most popular are Paradise beach and Sahara beach, both in Lopar settlement. Paradise beach is a 2km long beach with a long shoal and with many facilities, from water sports to catering facilities, bars etc. A perfect place for families with small children, but not only them. Sahara is not far from Paradise beach. It is shaped like a lagoon and it is a so called "free beach", meaning clothing is optional. It is a fantastic place for naturists. There aren't more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: none address: 667 Hwy 55 West Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 tel: 573-785-5561 email: delfarmed@yahoo.com Trpanj Beach Edit This For those with rheumatic, female and/or similar problems, Trpanj can offer a unique blend of medically tested and proven sulphur-hydrogen rich sea-mud. This unique mélange is available at a particular inlet ("Blatze") that receives no wind and no waves from the open sea. Blatze healing sea-mud belongs to peloid group. When these healing powers of sea-mud are combined with tranquility of the surrounding, Blatze part of Trpanj coast becomes an ideal place for healing, relaxation and rehabilitation. World66 rating: [rate it] tel: 0038520743473 url: www.trpanj.info address: Trg K.Tomislava 13 email: zeljan@trpanj.info Beaches South of Neretva Delta Edit This Komarna Beach Komarna Beach photo by: janskov Komarna : There is a pebble beach just south of the village 300 m from the centre and it is safe for small children. You may also swim directly from the rock beach that runs all the way along the coast. Small children must be supervised at the rock beach. If you have a lot to carry you may drive a car to the beach. It is possible to park there – unless you come late on Sundays where the place can be rather crowded. The road to the beach continues and if you turn left in the T-junction you will come to the main costal road close to Duboka (do not turn right, more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.komarna.com email: jan@komarna.com _____________Festivals Edit This x www.trpanj.info zeljan@trpanj.info Here are a few festivals you can attend in Croazia. Contributors June 09, 2006 change by giorgio [Add Festival] Festival of Dalmatian Klapas Omis Edit This Klapa on St. Michael's square, Omis Klapa on St. Michael's square, Omis photo by: dalmatino The klapa music is a form of a cappella singing.The word klapa translates as "a group of friends" and traces its roots centuries back to litoral church singing. The motifs in general celebrate love, wine (grapes), country (homeland) and sea. The main elements of the music are harmony and melody, with rhythm very rarely being the most important. There are no words to describe these marvelous sounds echoing on the small square in Omis, the St. Michael's square. Those who have not experienced it can hardly imagine it. The Festival of Dalmatian Klapas is a truly special and more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.omisinfo.com date: 30.06.2006. to 22.07.2006. email: info@omisinfo.com Fjera - medieval fair Edit This Fjera-Lepers Fjera-Lepers photo by: Zoran www.rab-supetarska/fjera.htm During the 3 days in July ( 25, 25th & 27th July) a medieval fair is held on island Rab. People dress up in historical costumes and have open air workshops of the "medieval life"... Visitors can see traditional crafts; pottery, painting, fishing, coinage, stitching, basket weaving, carpentry, sculpting or learn the flower arrangements from the florists, see the honey makers, herbalists or even hear the stories from the cross-bow archers who will explain the technique and the history of the crossbow. more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.kristofor.hr date: 25-27.07. address: Town Rab email: info@kristofor.hr :::::::Bacina Lakes Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Bacina Lake-Paradise on Earth Bacina Lake-Paradise on Earth Pero Krsticevic The Bacina Lakes at Ploce is one of the most spectacularly beautiful sights in Croatia. The six semi-linked lakes that lie about half an hours drive North of Komarna are visible from the coastal road. They more or less have the same colour as the brochures advertising diving trips to The Maldives. The lakes are a favoured spot for the locals so it's possible to buy food and drink. Remember to bring your diving glasses. It's not The Maldives but there is an abundance of fish in the water anyway. ::::::::: Baška Voda Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Baška Voda is situated in the heart of the world, on Croatian part of Adriatic coast, south of Split, on the west part of Makarska Riviera, at the foot of Mt. Biokovo. http://www.baskavoda.hr ::::::Biograd Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see biograd biograd www.flickr.com/photos/tkon_islandpasman_croatia The Historic town of Biograd na moru (´by the sea´) is set amongst crystal clear waters overlooking the ´olive isle´ of Pašman, and the beautiful Kornati archipelago. From the majestic Velebit Mountains to the graceful Krka waterfalls, the five national parks in this region make Biograd a unique destination. Biograd is the gateway to the Island of Pašman . The western coast is exemplary of a pristine mediterranean landscape. Visit the medieval monasteries, rural villages, vineyards and olive groves, ideal for eco-tourism. Nature hike or drive to its highest peak, Bokoj. The effort is rewarded by a stunning view of the Dinaric Alps to the east, and a myriad of tiny Kornati islands to the west. In the poetic words of George Bernard Shaw …"On the last day of the Creation, God desired to crown his work, and thus created the Kornati Islands out of tears, stars and breath …". The Dalmatian coast, with 1000 islands to explore, is simply described as a sailing paradise. You can drop anchor where you please, fish, or take heavenly swims in the myriad of deserted & picturesque bays, far from the tourist masses. Undisturbed sea flora and fauna is the perfect invitation for scuba diving and snorkeling. Nearby islands and national parks include Pašman, Vrgada, Ždrelac and the National parks of Plitvice, Kornati, Paklenica, Krka and Vransko jezero . ::::::::::::Brela Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Accommodation Brela Accommodation Brela Rendi Brela is surrounded by the longest and loveliest coastline in Dalmatia. Six kilometres of pebble beaches curve around coves thickly forested with pine trees. A shady promenade winds around the coves. Beach "Rat" has also won "Blue flag" award which is only given to the beaches whit crystal sea and other facilities including bay watch girls. Near beach is also symbol of Brela. One of the best diving positions in this part of Adriatic. Under Adriatic highway, at the foot of sheer cliffs, some of them about hundred meters high, there is a submarine spring of sweet water- in croatian language that is called "vrulja". This is perfect place for your Croatia vacations.My favourite Croatian hotel is one in Brela and it belongs to chain of Bluesun hotels and resorts(www.bluesunhotels.com). It is new and I realy enjoyed my stay there. It is 4 star hotel. This Croatia Wellness luxury hotel is unique oasis of peace and relaxation that includes the wellness center of 1.500 m² and congress rooms, blending the interior and exterior in our harmonious whole. It is the magic spot for your vacation in Croatia and for business purposes as well. Hotel employees are very kind and they speak english rather well. It is not so expensive as I expected, compared to other hotels of that category in Croatia. ::::::::Brioni islands Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The Brioni islands are a naturally beautiful archipelago composed of two larger and eleven smaller islands. An ecological paradise and declared national park, deer frolic in the open fields and horse-drawn carriages ply the country lanes. Ancient ruins, sandy coves, hotels, cottages and yachts. :::::::::Drasnice Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Drasnice is a small tourist resort and fishermens village situated on the Makarska Riviera just 12km south of the town of Makarska. The Makarska Riviera, which is a part of the central dalmatian coast about 60 km long and only several kilometers wide, is situated under the towering mountain Biokovo. The Makarska Riviera consists of a string of settlements along the coast from the town of Omis in the northwest to the river Neretva delta in the southeast. The sunny climate and long pebbly beaches make this region a popular tourist destination. Drasnice is situated about 75km south of the city of Split, and 150km north of the UNESCO world heritage town of Dubrovnik. It is situated at the foot of the mountain Biokovo. The long pebbed beaches, crystal clear blue sea and mild mediteranean climate along with comfortable private accomodation and friendly people make Drasnice an ideal place for a family vacation. Here you can admire the views of the central dalmatian islands of Brac and Hvar. Drasnice also offer water sport possibilities such as parasailing, waterskiing, jet-ski, rent-a-boat, etc. Beaches have small pebbles and are suitable also for small children. Post office, supermarket, kiosk, market place, bus stop, restaurants, cafes are all situated close, within walking distance. For tourists who like swimming in natural surroundings there are small secluded beaches in nature with no houses around only about 1 minute drive away, it is also easy to walk there. If you want to avoid the overcrowded beaches of the main tourist resorts then here you will find the peace and quiet you need and a little piece of the mediterranean as it once was. We offer you holiday accomodation at Apartments "Seaview" - Drasnice, Makarska Riviera: http://free-st.t-com.hr/drasnice/ ::::::::::::Fazana Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Fazana, Istra, Croatia Fazana, Istra, Croatia Dean Dubovac - www.bivillage.com Fazana, a town, small port and fishermen's centre in the south-western part of the western Istrian coast in the Fazana Strait, 8 km northwest of Pula, population 2,716. It is located on a low part of the coast, well protected from the sea by Brijuni Islands. The town dates from the ancient Roman times when its name was Vasanium and was well-known for manufacturing amphorae, vases and tiles. Many different flags have sailed in the Fažana canal throughout the centuries the cultures succeeding one another – the Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Austro-Hungarians – met and fought in the area leaving many traces behind. The old town centre dating back from medieval times is dominated by the parish church of SS. Cosmas and Damian (XV century). Picturesque squares, old close-built houses, narrow stone paved streets as well as three churches (St. Mary of Mount Carmel – IX century, St. John's XVI cent., St. Eliseus – VI cent.) are only a part of Fažana's cultural heritage. The town port and squares are nowdays a beautiful stage hosting numerous cultural and music events that take places during the summer.Except being a fishermen village, Fažana has always been well known for its excellent wine and olive oil. Fish and meat gastronomic deliciousness, authentic dishes as well as quality wine offered by local restaurants can surely meet the requirements of any gourmand. Beautiful beaches, clear sea, Mediterranean climate and lush vegetation have contributed to the development of tourism in Fažana, Valbandon and Šurida whose inhabitants have always been known for their hospitality. The guests who prefer camping are invited to spend their holidays in a high-quality campings, situated in the shade of pine trees. ::::::::::: Gradac Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Gradac Stari porat Gradac Stari porat Adam Lauks The southern part of Makarska Riviera which stretches from Drvenik to Gradac is situated beneath the steep slopes of Biokovo, with beautiful pebble beaches. :::::::::::.Jablanac Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see View of Zavranica fjord View of Zavranica fjord Poggi Jablanac is mostly known about the fjord Zavratnica, and the National Park around it. From here goes the ferry to the Otok Rab (Rab Island) as well, and in the summer months you can buy great ice-cream in the dock! The village itself has 1 Hotel (Ablana), 1 harbour front cafe (Ruža), 1 harbour front restaurant (Lux) and 1 street cafe/diner (Oaza). There are numerous rooms for rent. There is a small supermarket, a post office, a fruit stall, a magazine/cigarette kiosk and the Harbourmaster's office. More common currencies can be changed next to the Ferry ticket office. Avoid visiting the village on a Saturday during the summer and public holidays as the queue for the ferry to Rab can stretch for more than 4 km. ::::::::Karlovac Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Hotel Carlstadt , Karlovac Hotel Carlstadt , Karlovac Karlovac was founded in 1579, but the parish was already mentioned in 1334. Around it grew an important cultural, commercial and industrial centre. Still, the main reason to come are the sacral buildings of the town, including the early Baroque church of the Holy Trinity. The national shrine of St. Joseph on Dubovac is of particular interest. This modern church began to be built in 1968 and was consecrated in 1975. It was officially designated a national shrine in 1987. The main nave (33 x 17 m) is oriented towards the white marble shrine. The statues of St. Joseph and the Blessed Virgin Mary, cast in plaster, are the work of the academic sculptor, Ante Starcevic. Equally striking are the pictures of Croatian saints and blessed ones dating from 1985, as well as the picture of St. Joseph, the patron saint of the country, dating from 1988 - works by Prof. Danko Butala. The aisle of the shrine (17 x 17 m) is also dedicated to Croatian saints and blessed ones. The church has a steeple with three bells weighing 980, 520 and 297 kg. The most important pilgrimage occurs on 19th March, St. Joseph’s Day. :::::::::::Komiza Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo Komiza, set in a bay on the south- west side of the island of Vis, facing the sea and the sun, gives the possibility of relaxing and swimming from May till October. It has preserved its authentic charm of a fishermen townlet’s harmonious and peaceful way of life. It will enchant you with its untouched nature, beauty of its fields, numerous bays and beaches, clean sea, stone streets and houses. It will inspire your enthusiasm by its maritime customs and legends, taste of wine and fish and aromatic plants odours. Opposite the Komiža bay, just half an hour boat ride distance, there is the island of Biševo, well- known for its numerous caves and the most beautiful sandy beach called Porat. The biggest cave on the island is the Mediterranean Seal Cave but the most famous is the Blue Cave which delights the visitors with its iridescent reflecton of shades of blue and silver. Whether you want an active holiday with attractive trips, diving schools, paragliding… or you prefer just lying in the sun far from urban life, Komiža will fascinate you so much that you will want to come again! ::::::::Komiza, Vis island Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see komiza_lukrija@yahoo.com komiza_lukrija@yahoo.com kula07 The Island of Vis is the most distant and western of the larger Dalmatian islands, with an area of about 90 km2. This is a tourist oasis of untouched beauty, full of history and wild mountain scenery, crisscrossed with donkey tracks. Vis produces some of the best olives, figs, almonds, lemons in Croatia, and can rival anywhere in the Mediterranean for it's tasty fish and lobster, prepared the same way as the ancient Vis fishermen used to do. There are also many vineyards (some of which were first planted by the Greeks as early as the 4th century), which produce some popular Croatian wine; Plavac is a strong heavy red and Vugava a rather rich white wine. Komiža - is the island's main fishing port, a compact and intimate town with a palm-fringed seafront on one side and a ring of mountains on the other. Dominating the southern end of the harbour is the Kastel, a stubby sixteenth-century fortress which now holds a Fishing Museum . Rearing up above KomiÏa to the southeast is Mount Hum , at 587m Vis 's highest point. There's a wonderful view of the Adriatic from the top, with the pale grey stripe of the Italian coastline far away to the west, and the mountains of the Croatian mainland to the east. Notable sandy beaches on the island are those at Milna and Stoncica, a narrow inlet cleft in the rock with warm, aquamarine water, and Srebrna where the large, flat, pale stones give the place its name ('silvery'). ::::::::Kraljevica Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo The city of Kraljevica is located at the south edge of Bakar bay is easter part of Kvarner, near the point where the island of Krk is closest to the coast; 26 km south of Rijeka on the road towards Zadar. Kraljevica lies in the Vinodolski channel, at the entrance to the Bakarski bay, on a slightly inclined slope, in an area of favorable climate. The city is located at a very good natural harbor point. It is populated in 15th century, and at first named Portorium, meaning the "customs place", latter corrupted to "Porto Re" - royal port, or in Croatian version which is in use since early 17th century - Kraljevica. The roads from inland reach the coast at this point, and in middle 18th centry a military shipyard was build here. In the 1993 reform Kraljevica lost status of a city (bacame community), but it was regained in 1997. The coat of arms of Kraljevica is already mentioned in pre-WWI sources, so it must have been granted by Austrian emperors. It was recently (re)adopted, together with the accompanying flag. The coat of arms in canting, refering to the Italian name of the city: Azure, an Anchor Or ensigned by a Crown. Since the 19th century, it has been a famous tourist destination with luxurious villas and swimming beaches. The sandy and pebble beaches on the Ostro peninsula are the main tourist attractions, while the nearby bays of Scott and Dubno also have wonderful beaches. A well-equipped campsite surrounded by pine trees is not far away. Kraljevica is easily accessible from all directions and we recommend it to families with children and, due to its favorable climate, to those with respiratory problems and allergies. Besides the swimming beaches and the diverse gastronomic specialties, Kraljevica also offers a variety of sporting activities and entertainment: sailing, diving courses, water sports, many cultural events and much more. ::::::::::::Kravica Waterfalls Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Kravica Falls in Summer Kravica Falls in Summer http://www.media-marketing.biz A trip to the waterfalls will be one of your vacation's absolute highlights. Apart from offering spectacular scenery it's a great place to fish (especially for children with nets) and it's an even better place to swim. The cold, clear water falls into a small valley. From noon onwards (when the sun gets hot) some of the water particles being hurdled into the air vaporise putting a lid of mist on top of the valley making it a pleasant shade-like feeling to be there. Getting tired of relaxing on the sandy beach you can head out into the pool of water which is also covered by a sandy bottom. If you are up to it you can swim across the pool (notice how the water gets colder and colder), climb the rocks and jump. This is what the local teenagers do to impress one another (and perhaps the girls as well). There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy the view and relax by listening to the rumbling from the waterfalls. There is just one problem: The falls are very difficult to find unless you have a local to lead the way. :::::::::::Krka National Park Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Krka national park Krka national park Attila Kalapáti The Krka National Park is located near Šibnik and is about 10o square kilometers big. It is located along the Krka River. Many waterfalls here. It's definetly a "must see" when your travelling the Croatin Coastline. It's fantastic to swim around in the fresh and cold water of these Waterfalls. Many Families are travelling there. The Entree Fee is around 10 Dollars but its worth it! Take a waterproof Camera with you. ::::::::Kutina Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i_1 Kutina is a small town of some 15,000 residents, located southeast of Zagreb. Easily reached from Zagreb via the E70 expressway, Kutina is the service centre for the region. The main attractions are Lonjsko polje nature park, highly decorated barroque church Saint Mary of the Snow, old wooden houses called Trijem (eng. Porch) or Cardak, green wooden hills of Moslavina hills with ruins of medieaval "burgs". Special attraction is Wine roads of Moslavina, where you can try croatian and regional genuine wine Škrlet (Skrlet). :::::::::Lopud island Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see most beautiful sand beach most beautiful sand beach Romana Lilic The island of Lopud is located northwest of Dubrovnik and is a part of the Elafiti islands. It lies between Kolocep and Šipan The town of Lopud lies on northwest side of the bay and has a view of Šipan. The island has a long history. You can find buildings dating back to Greek and Roman times as well as from the heyday of the repuplic of Dubrovnik. :::::::Makarska Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Makarska Makarska Dijana Serhatlic Makarska is pearl of the most beautiful part of Adriatic coast so called Makarska Rivijera. If you wan to enjoy clearness of the blue sea and long pebbly beaches, pine forests and sounds of crickets you should visit Makarska. It is one of the most attractive Dalmatian tourist destinations. There are several holiday resorts in shade of pine trees where you can spend perfect vacations during your stay in Dalmatia, Croatia. One of those beautiful luxury accommodations is Hotel Park near the beach. This is great four star hotel with all luxury one can imagine - for this category of hotel of course. When you come to Makarska you will fall in love in this place and find that this all is true. __________ Makarska riviera Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Gradac Gradac alen blazevic Makarska riviera is one of the most beautiful parts of adriatic coast ( and many says THE most beautiful ). Why is that so? Maybe because the fame of Makarska riviera is based on kilometers of beaches, pebbled beaches streched all along the riviera, or because the mountain Biokovo with its high peaks, which arises directly from the sea and give you such a beautiful view on the seaside surounded by the islands of Brac and Hvar. This photo was made in the mountain, above Makarska (you can see it in the background.Thanx David,Tom and Peter!). Makarska is the center and famous touristic destination but not the only one: there are a lot of villages in which you will be able to catch mediterranean spirit - and listen the symphony of cicades, sea and wind. Zivogosce-Mala Duba is just one of those villages,situated 20 km southern of Makarska. See more of these photos at www.whisper-mala-duba.com. You will enjoy in the beautiful landscapes. ____________Getting Around Edit This While in Croatia you can use free travel guide on your mobile phone. It is called mobiEXPLORE Croatia and is available on web (several web sites including official mobiexplore site) ::::::::::Mala Duba Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Mala Duba is situated 20 km southeastern of Makarska, the main town in Makarska Riviera and famous tourist resort in Croatia, Europe. It is also 80 km southern from Split ( capital of Dalmatia ) and 120 km northern from Dubrovnik. It is surrounded from north with mountain Biokovo ( Sutvid 1160 m ) and from south with island Hvar. Summer period start in June and last at the end of September. It is ideal place for family holiday. This unique combination of sea and land provides a magnificent relaxation. It is small tourist resort, a real example of Mediterranean like it used to be. The main beach is only 20 m from our house. There are also a lot of small beaches through out the whole place and some of them are for nudist. Sunset on the Adriatic coast is spectacular and romantic. ::::::::::Miljet Island Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Miljet Miljet Mike Ryan An enchanting day out from Dubrovnik. Inland lakes and stunning national park. Recommended although don't be taken in by the boat ride to the monastary on the island when you first get to the national park. Not worth the time and far better to walk along to the main lake and try a swim! Relaxation personified. :::::::::Motovun Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Located in Istria Motovun is a popular place for holidays. It's on old medieval town and it is very pleasant to stroll through the center and watch the old houses. :::::::Neretva Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see View of wild life reserve View of wild life reserve janskov The Neretva Valley is an area where tribes, nations and their armies have fought for dominance since the beginning of time. The trade routes have gone through Neretva Valley since prehistoric time. Those who controlled the valley and its many robbers and pirates could control the trade for all of presentday Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Neretva River emerges beneath Zelengora Mountain in eastern Bosnia-Herzegovina. Through canyons, cliffs and hollows in its upper and middle courses, it forces its way through the Dinaric Alps to spread downstream of the village of Pocitelj in Hercegovina over a vast wetland valley and to flow through its large delta into the Adriatic Sea. Neretva is this largest river of the eastern part of the Adriatic Basin . It has been harnessed and controlled to a large extent by several hydroelectric power-plants and their storage lakes, but it still remains unique in its beauty and the diversity of its landscape. The Lower Neretva valley contains the largest and the most valuable remnants of the Mediterranean wetlands on the eastern Adriatic coast and one of the few areas of this kind remaining in Europe . The valley has a rich monumental heritage witnessing the presence of man in this area for thousands of years. Turning of wetland into fertile land and establishment of transportation routes to the hinterland created the conditions for the development of settlements. Many prehistorical fortifications and settlements are scattered on high and low grounds along the Neretva River . This area seems to have been inhabited by Illyrian tribes as far back as in the Iron Age. In the 4th century B.C., the Greeks founded an emporium (port) here, which developed into the well known market town Narona, today Vid near Metkovic. All over the delta around Narona there were suburbs and estates the remnants of which are now covered by the marsh and deposited sediments. Many monuments from the Roman time are present, too, such as city walls with towers, Roman villas, mosaics, epitaphs. The medieval monuments are few. During the Turkish invasion at the end of the 1400’s, several churches were destroyed and the memory of those times is kept alive by the fortress Norinska Kula situated at the mouth of the small Norin River into the Neretva River . Due to frequent wars in this area, no significant monuments from the time of the City/State of Venice have been left. More information on sightseeing here. ::::::::::Pasman, island Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The island of Pasman The island of Pasman Pasman 2008 Turist Season The island of Pasman ( 63 km2, 65 km of irregular coast ), belongs to the Zadar island group. It is connected to the island of Ugljan by a bridge over the Zdrelac straits, while ferryboat lines connect it to Zadar and Biograd. The Pasman Channel lies between the island and the mainland. At places it is only 2 km wide, and it is dotted with dozens of tiny islands, which make this an ideal region for all types of water sports, sailing and diving. The sea currents in this area change direction every 6 hours,thus making the waters here among the cleanest in the entire Adriatic. The island's well-preserved landscape contains many species of medicinal and aromatic herbs, vineyards, fields and olive groves, as well as numerous sand and gravel beaches, making it a true choice for those who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life in more populated areas. ::::::::::: Peljesac Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Apartments HELENA, Orebic. Apartments HELENA, Orebic. D.Kawel Peljesac peninsula is the second largest in Croatia, located in south Dalmatia in immediate proximity of Dubrovnik. Natural beauty on Peljesac still stands against commercial and urban values. Peljesac is 85 km long, 358 square km in size, and has about 8000 inhabitants. Although it's attached to the Croatia mainland - making it easy to reach, it has all the characteristics of typical Dalmatian island, in natural beauty and the way of living. As it was commercialy neglected for years - it stil have beauty of unspoiled nature, crystal clean bays and traditional villages - being one of the rare tourist resorts in Europe which still can fully express the Croatia tourism tagline: Mediterranean as it was. Although it's interesting as a whole, and in all of it's aspects - there are several extraordinary things making Peljesac what it is. It's nature and beautiful beaches - which can be enjoyed at any part of peninsula. Peljesac maritime tradition which you can still feel in Orebic - the town of captains. One of the best windsurfing spots in this part of Europe - Viganj, and, certanly not the least important - Peljesac wines - famous red Dingac, Postup and other sorts of Plavac mali - which absolutely should be tasted if you are visiting this part of the world. ::::::::Piran Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Piran Piran TC The Slovenian coastline is so small and Piran is a tiny port across from the Italian border. Not noted for high quality hotels, it is pretty and the fish restaurants offer excellent fresh food at minimal prices. Probably worth an overnight if like us you caught a ridiculously cheap Ryanair flight to Trieste and are on your way to Rovinj. :::::::::Podstrana Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Podstrana is a community situated between the Zrnovnica rivulet and Mutogras hill. Not far from Split, these places extend along 6 km of accessible coast which abounds in sandy beaches with rich Mediterranean vegetation, pine wood and tamarinds. ::::::::::Postup Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Postup-Vineyards Postup-Vineyards Adam Lauks Small village Postup is situated on the sunni side of the peninsula Peljesac. One of the most beautiful landescapes in Adriatics surrounded with vineyards of Postup-redvine. Nearby is the village Mokalo and citty of Orbic. :::::::::::Rab island Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see The house of Mrs. Zora The house of Mrs. Zora Pavo Tourism in Rab goes back to the 19-th century. But Rab got its spot on the map when the British King, Edward VIII stayed there with his great love, the American Wallis Simpson. They say that he was the first to go swimming without any clothes. This is how nudism was founded on Rab. Rab is one of the islands richest in forests with as many as three hundred springs of water. Rab gets really busy in the summer months of July and August, this can be just the right place for you if you're looking for great bussy summer time. For quieter times, visit the island in June and September. temperatures: end of May/ June: air 23-28, sea 18 degrees mid June/ mid July: air 30-34 sea 18-24 July/ August: air 30-45, sea 24-28. ___________Sights Edit This Town roofs Panorama Town roofs Panorama K. Maskarin In between the old houses, churches, cloisters and towers one senses the contrasting environment of the life outside and within the town walls. Many portals and windows along the Upper and sideways streets lure for a curiouse discovery. Rab is enchanting and sharming place to visit, quiet and real hide-away in the off-season and really active and noisy place in the summer season. Attractions in the old town Rab include many churches dating 11. to 16 century, particulary remains of St. John's Basilika ( 5 ct.), St. John Evangelist bell tower ( 12 Ct.), reneissance palaces, the town walls and park Komrcar. _______Festivals Edit This Lepers Rab Festival Lepers Rab Festival B. Kurelic www.rab-supetarska.com RAB SUMMER FIERA / MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL Open air festival held on the streets of the oldest part in town - Kaldanac during 3 days, starting on 25th, ending on 27th July. Festival is a celebration of medieval life. Enjoy in the medieval costumes, crafts, and crossbow show. Further reading on Kristofor portal. :::::::::::Rijeka Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Waterfront, Rijeka Waterfront, Rijeka TC With its 150,000 inhabitants, located on an area of only 44m², Rijeka is the third city in Croatia. On the basis of its turbulent history and rich cultural heritage, Rijeka created its recognisable identity as an open city, a multinational and multicultural centre, in which tolerance, understanding and coexistence have a special meaning and value. Rijeka has a convenient geographical and traffic location, on the spot where the Adriatic went deep into the European continent. Today Rijeka is a city of intensive development towards the tertiary or service activities. However, Rijeka intends to keep its typical economical activities, such as port activities, shipbuilding and oil processing industry. Special attention has been paid to the communal infrastructure, sustainable development and ecology. It is with pride that I can say that Rijeka is one of few cities from the East Adriatic Coast, which solved the problem of sea protection from pollution after the erection of Waste Water Treatment Plant. However, the true value of Rijeka lies in its inhabitants, people open and friendly towards foreigners, people who speak at least one foreign language and for whom communication with the world is a major part of their everyday work. ::::::::::Ruskamen Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Ruskamen a hamlet of the village of Lokva Rogoznica and an excursion destination 7 km southeast of Omis. It has far-stretching pebble beaches along a forest of pine reaching the sea. On a prominent location there is a villa built in citadel-style, formerly the property of the Deskovic family. Close to it is a modern tourist complex. Ruskamen is 5km from centre of city Omis. ::::::::Sibenik Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see sibenik sibenik Sibenik is mainly famous for its Cathedral. The Cathedral of Saint Jakov, is a three-aisled basilica with three apses and a cupola (interior height 32 m). Construction of the cathedral was begun in the Venetian Gothic style, but was completed in the Toscana Renaissance style. More than 15 decades ensued from the time the decision was made to commence construction, from 1402 up to its final consecration in 1555. ::::::::::Ston-Peninsula Peljesac Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Ston-Walls Ston-Walls www.adamsadriaapartments Ston is situated on the peninsula Peljesac in Southdalmatia. Driving along the Coast road named MAGISTRALA after you have passed coast territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina, you turn toward signs to Orebic and the ferry and to the birthplace of Marco Polo, Korcula. Right there was a deadline from the last war. Please respect the warning shields when you stop to take pictures of the fantastic view over the shellsfarm in the beginning of the long Peljesac bay. After you taste the fresh Austershells in the first villaga, continue 5 km to reach Mali Ston and turn to the right in the town, further to the wall and then to the right and follow the way around the tower on the beach and after 100m stop on the parking place in front of the main tower. Use this break and visit the century-old gourmet restaurant KAPETANOVA KUCA and order lunch or cup of coffee with cake MAKARUL which is made especially and only by the owner Miss Kralj herself. Mali Ston is surrounded by city wall with ston with the longest intact fortresswall in the world-after the Great Wall of China. If you have time, walk along the wall up the hill in the main part of Ston. When you reach the top you will get a fantastic view of Ston with the fortress and salinas- saltfields - and also many century old what made these people and people from for ever Free republic of Dubrovnik. KAPETANOVA KUCA and Ston are worth visiting-there is no doubt! Adam Lauks :::::::::::: Trpanj Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Apaartmetns Vitaljic - terrace in shade Apaartmetns Vitaljic - terrace in shade Ivica Dajak for Croatia Holidays Trpanj and surroundings are environmentally pure areas. There are no industrial plants on the entire peninsula. This eliminates the need for big ships to visit our shores, so a risk of pollution is down to the minimum. You can find many beaches in and around Trpanj. These beaches vary in size and composition - some are sandy, some are stony, some covered with gravel, and some cemented (flat) - but all are being cleaned daily! Nearby pine forests give that special Med aroma to the sea air and necessary shade for sensitive skin. Some beaches feature a cafe! Please see the gallery of Trpanj beaches! Families will enjoy special facilities for kids: very shallow sea on the "Luka" beach and jungle gym in the Pine Park in the Town Center. Trpanj has solid sports facilities, including a soccer/rugby field. Many sports teams are our returning visitors. One of intriguing features of Trpanj is a visit to our old St. Rocco Church. It is situated on the top of the hill with the same name. To get there one needs to climb a marble staircase of a few hundred stairs - each with a name of a faithful benefactor chiseled out in marble. From here, popular walking path will take you "around the sea"! Well, that is how we call that beautiful part of Trpanj - a pathway that runs next to the sea, through pine and cedar forest. Stunning views, air that reeks of pine needles and cedar resin, peace and tranquility - it's a spiritual journey of self-discovery. Other facilities Trpanj can offer: - A separate nudist beach - Diving school (special offer for the guest of "Katic" Apartments) - Sports grounds - a solid soccer / rugby field For those with rheumatic, female and/or similar problems, Trpanj can offer a unique blend of medically tested and proven sulphur-hydrogen rich sea-mud. This unique mélange is available at a particular inlet ("Blatze") that receives no wind and no waves from the open sea. Blatze healing sea-mud belongs to peloid group. When these healing powers of sea-mud are combined with tranquility of the surrounding, Blatze part of Trpanj coast becomes an ideal place for healing, relaxation and rehabilitation. ;;;;;;;;Vodice Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Vodice - St.Tropez of Croatia Vodice - St.Tropez of Croatia Goran Zubac Vodice has been praised by thousands of tourists for its tourist acievements. It is one of the best known tourist destinations on the Adriatic not only because it can accommodate a large number of tourists but for its tourist facilities and entertainment offered. It is 12km northeast from Sibenik , situated along the coast in a large bay. It is well connected to other centres by the Adriatic tourist road and there are numerous ferry lines, too. Vodice is close to the national parks: Kornati islands, Krka and Plitvicka jezera. The population of Vodice is 10.000 today. The former inhabitants were mainly farmers and fishermen while today they mainly deal with tourism which has already become a tradition. Hundreds of comfortable restaurants and pubs, daily cruises, excursions by boat and by bus, rich cultural and artistic programme are only part of the rich choice for entertainment. There are thousands of beds in private rooms, apartments, villas, camp sites and other types of accomodation. In the very centre of the town there is a big marina with more than 400 berths and all the necessary equipment. Endless sandy, pebbly, rocky or concrete beaches, long coastal path, rich sports and recreational programmes as well as many other water sports will satisfy all the needs. In numerous restaurants you can enjoy in sea food and in well known desert wine marastina and the night clubs and discos will entertain you till small hours ::::::::::Zadar Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see St. Nikola, Zaton St. Nikola, Zaton Marko Peros, Zaton Zadar, is a three thousand year-old town. It was the capital of Dalmatia for many centuries. The Zadar peninsula still preserves the ancient street grid of the town, as well as a Roman forum dating back to the first century AD. The pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donatus dates back to the ninth century, and it is undoubtedly Zadar's most famous site. However, the town is also renowned for having the most beautiful Romanesque churches in Croatia, such as the Cathedral of St. Anastasia (13th century), the Church of St. Chrysogonus (12th century) and the Bell-tower of St. Mary (1105). The town is fortified with thick walls, renowned for their impressive ports, such as the Harbor Port and the Mainland Port, which date back to the sixteenth century. The walls encircle the Square of Three Wells, the Square of Five Wells, the Municipal Loggia, the Municipal Guard Tower and many palaces that slumber under the protection of the town's four patron saints: St. Simon, St. Anastasia, St. Chrysogonus and St. Zoilus. Throughout history, Zadar was the center of important cultural events, such as the establishment of the first Croatian university (1396), the writing of the first Croatian novel (1536) and the publication of the first Croatian newspaper. The world famous Permanent Exhibition of Sacral Art and the traditional St. Donatus Musical Evenings represent only a small part of numerous cultural events and manifestations that Zadar offers to its visitors. The waterfront is an ideal place to admire a beautiful sunset or to visit its rich and colorful green fish markets, which are always bustling with life. Zadar region is also know for the nearby islands beginning with the largest: Pag, Dugi Otok, Ugljan, Pasman, leading to the smaller ones: Silba, Molat, Olib, Premuda, Iz, Vrgada, Sestrunj. ::::::::::: Zivogosce Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see photo Zivogosce-Natural beauties of olive groves and pine woods hovering over small pebbled beaches that are 6 km long, clean and unpolluted sea, all in the foothill of a big mountain (hilltop Sutvid – 1155 m) and all giving tourists a special lure and pleasure of stay. |
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| Itinerario 1 Una settimana nell'isola di Cherso Testo e foto di Davide Gaglio Punto di partenza e arrivo: Porozina-Merag/Porozina Durata: 7 gg. Mezzo di trasporto: automobile Difficoltà: nessuna Prezzo: 200-250 euro circa (alloggio in tenda) didascalia didascalia L’isola di Cherso, situata tra l'Istria e l'isola di Krk, è una splendida e tranquilla isola al centro della regione croata del Quarnaro. Lunga 68 km, nella parte settentrionale è ricoperta da vaste pinete e foreste di querce poi, man mano che si procede verso sud, il paesaggio si trasforma in ambiente di macchia mediterranea caratterizzato dalla presenza di muretti a secco. La zona più a sud è invece quasi steppica con presenza di prati aridi e vaste zone rocciose e brulle. Per raggiungere Cherso proveniendo dall'Italia bisogna attraversare l’Istria oppure uscire dal valico di Pesek e seguire la strada verso Fiume (Rijeka) fino al paese di Opatija dove si gira a destra e si segue la costa fino al bivio a sinistra per Brastova. Da Brastova parte ogni ora un traghetto con trasporto auto (costo: 13 kune) che approda a Porozina da dove parte l’unica strada che attraversa per il lungo l’isola di Cherso. In alternativa, altri traghetti partono da Valbiska (isola di Krk). L’isola di Cherso merita più di una settimana di visita, ma in sette giorni riuscirete a visitare i posti più belli e rappresentativi di questa splendida isola. Per ridurre al massimo i costi alloggeremo in tenda, tra natura incontaminata, spiagge isolate e tranquille e un mare cristallino ricco di fauna marina. Primo giorno: Porozina - Beli (km 15 circa) Scesi dal traghetto a Porozina imbocchiamo la strada che attraversa tutta l’isola superando il paese di Dragozetici; dopo circa 10 km si raggiunge il bivio che porta a Beli. Il bivio si trova in alto su un crinale, in un posto meraviglioso dove merita fare una sosta. La strada per Beli prosegue con una lunga e stretta lingua di asfalto in discesa. Raggiunto il paesino di Beli ci si accorgerà subito della tranquillità che regna in tutta l’isola. Lasciata la macchina al paese si scende verso la spiaggetta, meta meritata dopo il lungo viaggio. didascalia didascalia A Beli si trova il Centro di recupero dei grifoni (Eko Zenter) dedicato alla conservazione e tutela dell’habitat di questi splendidi avvoltoi. In seguito ad un progetto che ha visto la liberazione di numerosi grifoni, oggi la popolazione (che si riproduce regolarmente) è costituita da 140 rapaci. La visita al centro costa 20 kune e inizia con una mostra che spiega la loro biologia e le loro abitudini. Dietro al Centro si può visitare una voliera dove si possono ammirare 4 o 5 esemplari di grifoni; l’ingresso comprende anche l’accesso ai sentieri di 5, 6 e 7 km che si snodano intorno al complesso dando la possibilità di scoprire i fitti boschi a ridosso della costa dove è possibile incontrare animali selvatici e osservare le splendide coste dell’isola di Krk poco distante. L’Auto-camp “Brajdi na moru” si trova alle spalle della spiaggetta ed è l’unico campeggio presente in tutta la zona settentrionale; in alternativa è possibile affittare una stanza presso privati a poco prezzo (circa 40 euro la doppia) ma si rischia di trovare i pochi posti letto a disposizione già occupati. Secondo giorno: Beli - Cres (Cherso) (km 15 circa) Da Beli si ripercorre la strada fino al bivio e si procede per altri 12 km fino alla città più importante dell’isola chiamata, non a caso, Cherso. Cherso è una pigra cittadina inondata dal sole. Sul lungomare ci sono delle case a terrazza color pastello, passeggiando per le vie si vedono tracce del dominio di Venezia tra cui gli stemmi delle potenti famiglie venete. Dal lungomare, Riva Creskih Kapetana, la città vecchia si estende verso l’interno fino ad Aprilia XX Setaliste, e racchiude la maggior parte dei monumenti e delle chiese. Proseguendo lungo la baia per circa 1 km troverete le spiagge rocciose; lì è ubicato un buon campeggio chiamato “Kovacine” dove trascorrere la notte. In tutti i campeggi dell’isola i prezzi dei campeggi sono pressoché uguali, circa 30 euro di spesa per due persone con tenda. Terzo giorno: Cherso - Orlec - Valun (km 15 circa) didascalia didascalia Da Cherso, continuando verso sud per circa 8 km, si raggiunge un bivio; girando sulla destra si arriva a Valun mentre, se si vuole proseguire, si raggiunge presto un altro bivio in direzione Orlec. Prima di raggiungere Valun vale la pena di spendere un po’ di tempo nei dintorni di Orlec. Il paesino è immerso nel nulla, sembra che lì il tempo si sia fermato da 50 anni. Dopo pochi chilometri si raggiunge la costa orientale dell’isola caratterizzata da falesie e costoni rocciosi dove è facile avvistare i grifoni. Dal posteggio parte una stradina ripida che scende verso una piccola spiaggetta isolata e tranquilla. Ritornando al bivio per Valun si percorre una strada tortuosa ma che regala paesaggi costieri mozzafiatoe, dopo circa 3 km, si giunge a Valun. Questo piccolo borgo, situato a 15 km sud-ovest di Cherso, è annidato ai piedi di scoscesi dirupi ed è circondato da spiagge di ghiaia. Nei periodi di alta stagione, entrare con la macchina in paese ha un costo di poche kune al fine di tutelare la tranquillità del luogo e dare un piccolo sostegno alla popolazione, povera e isolata. Il paese è disseminato da idilliache calette: a 700 m dal paese vi è una spiaggia dorata con acqua trasparente, a ridosso della spiaggia un bel bosco di conifere e, dall’estremo sinistro della spiaggia, parte un percorso in mezzo al bosco, ricco di muretti a secco, che raggiunge altre zone ideali per la balneazione. Dall’altro lato, a ridosso del paese, parte un sentiero che conduce a un’altra spiaggia e al campeggio “Zdovica” dove è possibile trascorrere la notte. Vicino al mare alcuni ristoranti servono piatti di pesce e di pasta alla clientela che, seduta ai tavoli di legno, si gode la vista della tranquilla insenatura. Riuscirete ad alzarvi da tavoli sazi, dopo un bel menù di carne o di pesce spendendo non più di 15 euro a testa. Quarto giorno: Valun - Martinsciaca (km 15 circa) Paesaggio notturno di fronte a Cherso Paesaggio notturno di fronte a Cherso Lasciamo Valun nella sua idilliaca tranquillità e torniamo al bivio con la strada principale per raggiungere un’altra baia ben più turistica, quella di Martinscica. Lungo la strada si potrà ammirare il lago di Vransko, ma non provate a deviare verso stradine che portano al lago visto che non esistono strade praticabili che vi arrivano e inoltre, così come in molti altri laghi croati, è vietato il transito presso queste zone. Dopo circa 10 km dal bivio voltate a sinistra, attraverserete il paesino di Stivan e, dopo pochi chilometri, raggiungerete Martinscica. Il paese si estende lungo la costa, è ricco di chiese e monumenti da visitare. Un grandissimo campeggio (Auto-camp “Slatina”) è locato alle spalle del porticciolo; di fronte al campeggio vi è una grande baia di ciottoli da cui si può ammirare la piccola isola di Zeca. Quinto giorno: Martinscica - Stiva - Ustrine (km 13 circa) Dal paesino di Stiva, vicino Martinscica, parte un sentiero percorribile a piedi che porta a Ustrine. Il percorso è lungo poco meno di 6 km (si sconsiglia percorrerlo nelle ore più calde della giornata); si può lasciare tranquillamente la macchina a Stiva, l’unico problema sarà poi andarla a riprendere. Se non avete voglia di camminare riprendete la strada principale e, dopo aver superato il bivio per Belej, raggiungerete una deviazione per Ustrine. Il paesino, piccolissimo e poco popolato, è ubicato su una scogliera a strapiombo sul mare. Per raggiungere la spiaggia si deve percorrere una ripidissima stradina: è meglio percorrerla a piedi anche se qualcuno, pur di non farsi una bella passeggiata, rischia di far fondere il motore della propria auto. La camminata dura non più di 20 minuti ma, anche se il ritorno durerà il doppio dovendo superare un dislivello di circa 200 m, lo sforzo sarà ricompensato dalla bellezza della caletta che si raggiunge alla fine della stradina. Quarto-quinto giorno: Ustrine - Osor (km 6 circa) Lasciamo Ustrine nel pomeriggio del quarto giorno per osservare lo splendido tramonto dall’alto del borgo, poi riprendiamo la strada principale per continuare verso sud in direzione Osor; qui passeremo la notte nel campeggio di “Bijar” oppure presso l’Auto-camp “Preko mosta”. L'isola di Cherso è separata dall’isola di Losinj da un canale lungo 11 m; il ponte girevole che le collega viene fatto ruotare due volte al giorno per consentire il passaggio delle navi dal Canale di Losinski al Golfo del Quarnaro e viceversa. Durante il periodo medievale grazie alla presenza del canale, che si ritiene sia stato scavato dai romani, Osor fu in grado di controllare una rotta marittima di cruciale importanza. Oggi sta rinascendo nelle vesti di città-museo, ricca di chiese e strade che dalla quattrocentesca zona centrale si dirigono verso la campagna. Nella piazza principale e in altre piazze minori si possono ammirare pregevoli sculture moderne e, durante le Serate Musicali del periodo estivo, vengono a suonare nelle chiese cittadine musicisti da tutta la Croazia.. Da Osor si possono raggiungere dei bei posti dove andare a fare il bagno o fare snorkeling. Al di fuori del centro abitato, oltre il monastero francescano, si aprono infatti invitanti calette. Inoltre, oltrepassando il canale e seguendo la strada che costeggia la costa, si possono raggiungere le numerose spiagge della ben più turistica isola di Losinj. Per lasciare l’isola avete due possibilità: - potete prendere il traghetto da Merag (ritornando verso nord si svolta a destra, al bivio poco dopo la cittadina di Cherso); l’attraversamento dello Srednja passage vi permetterà di raggiungere l’isola di Krk (connessa alla terraferma da un lungo ponte) presso la località di Valbiska; - se invece volete tornare in Istria per raggiungere velocemente l’Italia, da Osor dovrete riattraversare i 68 km verso nord ritornando a Porozina, imbarcarvi nuovamente sul traghetto e tornare a Brestova. |
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La Croazia è uno stato (56.542 km², 4.496.248 abitanti, capitale Zagabria) dell'Europa meridionale. Confina a nord con la Slovenia, a nord-est con l'Ungheria, a est con la Serbia, a sud con la Bosnia ed Erzegovina e il Montenegro, mentre a ovest è bagnata dal mare Adriatico. La Repubblica di Croazia è una democrazia parlamentare. La sua lingua ufficiale è il croato.
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Storia
La Repubblica Socialista Federale di Jugoslavia era uno dei 51 stati membri che nel 1945 diedero vita all'ONU. Con l'indipendenza, la Croazia vi aderisce come Stato membro nel 1992.
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GeografiaLa Croazia è collocata tra l'Europa centrale, meridionale e orientale, avendo una forma che può ricordare un boomerang o uno sperone. Il clima va dal continentale al mediterraneo:
Il terreno è variegato, e presenta:
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Isole principaliLa Croazia possiede ben 1.185 isole, di cui 67 abitate.
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Parchi nazionaliIn Croazia ci sono sette parchi nazionali
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Fari in CroaziaLa Croazia è anche famosa per i suoi fari, molti dei quali possono essere anche visitati.
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Suddivisione amministrativaLa Croazia è divisa in 20 contee (županije), mentre la capitale Zagabria costituisce una propria entità.
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CittàPiccoli natanti lungo la costa della Croazia Articolo principale: Elenco di città della Croazia La Croazia conta ufficialmente 123 città (grad) e 424 municipalità (općina). Le città principali sono:
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PoliticaSin dall'adozione della sua Costituzione nel 1990, la Croazia è sempre stata una democrazia parlamentare. Il presidente della repubblica (Predsjednik Republike) è il capo dello Stato e viene eletto ogni cinque anni. Oltre a essere il capo dell'esercito, il presidente propone il Primo Ministro, nominato comunque col consenso del parlamento. Il parlamento croato (Hrvatski Sabor) è un organismo legislativo unicamerale con 160 rappresentanti, eletti dal popolo per periodi di quattro anni. Il Sabor si riunisce per due periodi annuali--dal 15 gennaio al 15 luglio, e dal 15 settembre al 15 dicembre. Il governo (Vlada) ha il suo capo nella persona del primo ministro, il quale ha due vice primi ministri e 14 ministri veri e propri, con mansioni relative a particolari settori o attività. Il ramo operativo del governo si occupa di proporre le leggi e del bilancio, del potere esecutivo, nonché della politica interna ed estera del Paese. La Croazia ha un sistema giuridico consistente in: Corte Suprema, tribunali delle varie contee, e tribunali di città. La Corte Costituzionale si occupa di questioni relative alla Costituzione.
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EconomiaL'economia croata si basa prevalentemente sul terziario e sull'industria leggera. Il turismo riveste un'importanza crescente negli anni. Il PIL pro-capite del 2004 era di 11.200 dollari americani, pari al 41,6% della media UE. L'organizzazione economica croata è attualmente post-comunista. Alla fine degli anni Ottanta, all'inizio del processo di transizione verso il capitalismo, il sistema versava in buone condizioni, poi seriamente peggiorate a causa della de-industrializzazione e dei danni della guerra. A peggiorare lo stato delle cose contribuirono una forte disoccupazione e l'insufficienza delle riforme economiche. In particolare, preoccupanti erano la stasi del sistema giudiziario e l'inefficienza della pubblica amministrazione (soprattutto in materia di proprietà privata della terra). Negli ultimi anni il paese ha conosciuto una forte crescita economica e si è preparato all'ingresso nell'Unione Europea, la quale rappresenta il suo principale partner commericiale. Nel febbraio 2005, la Croazia ha sottoscritto il Patto di Stabilità, Crescita e Sviluppo dell'UE e ha fatto sostanziali passi in avanti verso la completa adesione. Le autorità di Zagabria prevedono una forte crescita economica nei prossimi anni, considerando che attualmente il paese soffre a causa del deficit della bilancia commerciale e del debito pubblico. Alcune grandi compagnie commerciali hanno già beneficiato della liberalizzazione del mercato croato, mentre si attende una forte espansione della produzione grazie ad un incremento degli investimenti.
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DemografiaI Croati (in lingua croata Hrvati) appartengono alla famiglia dei popoli slavi. Esistono indizi che fanno credere che siano di origini persiane (odierno Iran). Dopo aver popolato l'area dell'attuale Ucraina, i Croati sono giunti nell'odierna Croazia attorno al VII secolo d.C.. Comunità croate autoctone vivono pure in Bosnia ed Erzegovina, Austria, Ungheria, Slovenia, Serbia (Vojvodina), Montenegro (Bocche di Cattaro) e in Italia (i croati del Molise). La popolazione croata nell'ultimo decennio ha conosciuto una fase di stasi, se non di vero declino. Il tasso di crescita della popolazione è molto basso, se non addirittura negativo (tra il +1% e il -1%). L'aspettativa di vita alla nascita è di circa 75 anni, il tasso di alfabetizzazione è attorno al 98,5%. Il paese è abitato in prevalenza da croati (89,6%). Fra le minoranze vi sono serbi (4,5%), bosgnacchi (i cittadini bosniaci di fede musulmana) (0,5%), ungheresi (0.4%) e circa 35.000 italiani (ovvero lo 0,8%) sparsi tra Fiume, Istria, Moslavina e Dalmazia, quello che è rimasto di una presenza italiana millenaria prevalente nei territori appartenenti alla regione fisica italiana (Istria, Fiume, Isole del Quarnero, Arcipelago di Pelagosta), sulla costa Dalmata (Zara, Spalato, Cattaro) e sulle sue isole (Curzola, Lissa, Pago) fino alla fine della seconda guerra mondiale. La religione predominante è la cristiano-cattolica (87,8%), seguita da quella cristiano-ortodossa (4,4%) e dall'islamismo sunnita (1,3%). La lingua ufficiale è il croato, una lingua slava del gruppo meridionale che utilizza l'alfabeto latino. Le altre lingue (serbo, ungherese e italiano in Istria) sono parlate come prima lingua da meno del 5% della popolazione. Il santo patrono dei Croati è San Giuseppe.
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Piatti AntichiGastronomia Croata La cucina croata è molto variopinta ed è proprio per questo, conosciuta di più sotto le sue denominazioni regionali. Le sue radici le ha già nel periodo pre-slavo ed antico. La differenza nella scelta degli ingredienti e della preparazione di essi viene accentuata soprattutto se si paragona la parte continentale con quella marittima. Per la cucina continentale, le basi sono state gettate dalla cucina pre-slava e dai contatti, molto più recenti, con cucine più conosciute e rinomate - quella ungherese, viennese e turca. Le regioni della costa sono caratterizzate dagli influssi dei Greci, Romani, Illiri e più tardi anche dalle cucine italiana e francese.
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BandieraLa bandiera nazionale croata è un tricolore con 3 bande orizzontali di uguali dimensioni rosso-bianco-blu (i colori panslavi, che compaiono anche sulle bandiere di altre repubbliche del'ex-Jugoslavia, ma arrangiati in diverso ordine). Al centro c'è lo stemma di stato, uno scudo a scacchi rossi e bianchi debordante la fascia bianca, con il primo scacco rosso, sormontato da una corona costituita da 5 scudetti in rappresentanza delle regioni storiche della Croazia: Croazia antica (regione di Zagabria), Ragusa, Dalmazia, Istria e Slavonia, Proporzioni 1:2. Introdotta l’8 ottobre 1991, ha sostituito la precedente bandiera della Repubblica Socialista di Croazia, (Socijalisticka Republika Hrvatska 1963-1990), identica come disposizione dei colori e proporzioni ma caricata al centro di una stella rossa fimbriata in oro a ricordo della lotta partigiana
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