Natural beauty and culture
Croatia is without a doubt one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe, where great weather, unique natural beauty and the incredible culture of the Adriatic over three thousand years come together in one place. Here you will find amazing beaches, amphitheater from the Roman era, elegant hotels, unique cuisine and exciting sightseeing trips, whether it is a day trip to Venice, a visit to Pula, a cruise to the islands of Brioni or Krk, where you will find magnificent natural beauty. Aventura is now offering a unique opportunity to fly directly to this magnificent location.
Regions and resorts of Croatia
The capital of Croatia, Zagreb, is the largest city in the country, but by European standards it is quite compact. Zagreb, especially in its historic center, has perfectly preserved medieval architecture. There are many beautiful palaces and cathedrals, green parks and small cafes with verandas. It is best to explore the city on foot, because firstly, it is small, and secondly, it can be quite problematic to drive through the narrow streets in the center. Croatia is conventionally divided into three resort areas. Istria peninsula is known for its picturesque views of the Adriatic Sea, clear water and close proximity to Italy (only 3.5 hours by sea to Venice). The beaches on Istria are not the most comfortable: coarse pebbles and concrete platforms, but they are quite cool even in the peak summer season. Fans of medieval romance should go to Rovinj, Pula and the island of Krk, Medulin (one of the few places in the region where sandy beaches and diving can be found) is perfect for young people, Lovran awaits lovers of quiet rest and elderly people, and those wishing to improve their health can visit Opatija.
Central Dalmatia is suitable for vacations with children. There are fine pebble beaches with a comfortable gentle entrance to the sea, and the coast has all the entertainment infrastructure. Tučepi and Baška Voda are considered the best resorts for family vacations. The island of Brac also has a beautiful coastline with fine pebbles, but this place has long been favored by nudists, so these beaches are more suitable for adults. The most prestigious resort in the region is Makarska. There is a whole promenade with luxurious restaurants, hotels and spa centers. A good thalassotherapy center is opened in Sibenik, where all discos and other youth “movement” are concentrated. Southern Dalmatia is mountains and islands. Here oysters are grown and the most famous wine in the country “Dingac” is produced. There are sandy beaches in the Dubrovnik area, but mostly the coast is rocky. According to UNESCO, Dubrovnik is one of the three most beautiful Renaissance cities, along with Amsterdam and Venice.
Croatia’s ski resorts are no worse equipped than Austrian or Swiss resorts, but they are considerably cheaper. The closest resort to Zagreb (only 10 km away) is Sleme. The slopes here are quite gentle, which is suitable for beginners and children, and the slopes themselves are located in a picturesque natural park. The resort of Platak is relatively young, but has already gained popularity among winter sports enthusiasts. Its main feature is the magnificent views of the Adriatic Sea from the highest point. All details about the cities and resorts of Croatia – on the page of the “Tourism Tonkosti”.
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The Biokovo Mountains are the largest and highest mountain range in Dalmatia. These raw and inaccessible mountains will reward you with a beautiful view of the mountain slopes descending directly to the blue sea.
Diocletian’s Palace in Split
This is one of the best preserved Roman monuments in the world. To this day you can admire the ruins of Emperor Diocletian’s magnificent residence, built between 295 and 305 AD, which is a combination of a luxurious villa and a fortified camp. In 1979, the buildings were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Mljet Island
This is probably the most beautiful island of the Adriatic and the natural pride of Croatia. Its area exceeds 70 percent. They occupy forests, often untouched by human hands, protected, among other things, by the creation of a national park. The island also has two salt lakes: the Great Lake (145 ha) with a depth of (145 m) and the Small Lake (24 ha, depth 29 m).
Central Dalmatia can offer vacations on the coasts of Split, Trogir, Vodice, Brela, Sibenik, Podgora and others. Southern Dalmatia, in addition to the city of Dubrovnik, has a variety of islands. For example, Lastovo, Kolocep, Mljet or Korcula.
The Istrian peninsula also has a wide range of beaches. These are Novigrad, Pula, Umag, Rabac, Porec or the Brijuni Islands.
Spring is an excellent time to visit nature reserves and parks, among which Plitvice Lakes, Krka, Risnjak, Biokovo are worth mentioning.
Zagreb, the capital of the state, is visited by those who crave for cultural rest and dream of informative and fascinating excursions.
In winter, those who prefer active rest – skiing – go to Croatia. The most popular ski resorts of the country are Belolasica, Platak, Celimbasa and some others. There are all conditions for extreme tourists and those who just like to “ride with the wind”, as well as trails that are laid out among untouched virgin nature.
However, whichever region of the country a tourist decides to go to, he will always be welcomed by polite staff in hotels, comfortable rooms, as well as exquisite local cuisine. In general, pleasant memories are guaranteed.
Sports and exercise
Croatia is famous for its excellent facilities for those who want to have a lot to do on holiday.
The kuna (Croatian: kuna) is the monetary unit of Croatia from 1941-1945 and from May 30, 1994 to December 31, 2022, when it was replaced by the euro. In the period from January 1 to January 14, 2023, money denominated in kuna was in circulation in parallel with the common European currency.
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