Profligate sun, medieval old towns, beautiful islands and a cruisy vibe.
With its sublime stretch of Adriatic coast, Croatia has long been regarded as one of the most beautiful parts of Europe. It is known as the country of a thousand islands. If you have ever dreamt about being on a small island alone with someone, this is the place for you. If you are a nature lover, Croatia offers plenty of outdoor activities like: camping, mountain hiking/biking, rafting, scuba diving and skydiving.
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.
Of all the Adriatic islands, Mljet may be the most seductive. Over 72% of the island is covered by forest and the rest is dotted by fields, vineyards and small villages. Mljet National Park occupies the islands western third and includes gentle coves and a pair of saltwater lakes. Most people visit this tranquil island oasis on excursions from Dubrovnik. The highlights of the island are the two lakes on the islands western end connected by a channel, Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero. Veliko Jezero is connected with the sea by the Soline Canal, which makes the lakes subject to tidal flows.
In the middle of Veliko Jezero is an islet with a Benedictine monastery; it was originally built in the 12th century but has been restored several times, adding Renaissance and baroque features to the Romanesque structure.
Besides its natural beauty, it also offers: a unique history, a unique mixture of cuisines, many internationally recognized 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.
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