Croatia is a very beautiful and unique European country. This horseshoe shaped country is nestled in between Hungary, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. Its coastline extends all the way along the Adriatic Sea opposite Italy. Croatia is known for its clear-blue sea and beautiful beaches as well as its history and culture. This lovely country offers a vacation spot for everyone be it its coastline or islands.
Croatia is divided up into
regions which are
Central Croatia,
Slavonia and Baranja,
Istria,
Kvarner,
Gorski Kotar and Lika,
Northern Dalmatia,
Central Dalmatia and
Southern Dalmatia. Each region has its own uniqueness which makes it different from the others.
Central Croatia's architecture was highly influenced by the baroque era, best seen in the rustic castles which are spread throughout the entire region. Here, agrotourism does not only offer comfortable accommodation but exquisite traditional cuisine as well. Central Croatia is home to the
country's capital city,
Zagreb. Villages in Central Croatia are surrounded by vineyards and fields as well as historical castles previously inhabited by aristocrats. Central Croatia has many
hunting grounds and many of its restaurants offer wild game as one of their specialties. Hunting is a popular tourist attraction in Central Croatia.
Istria is unique due to its cultural heritage which was influenced by the Romans as well as its indented coastline and its interior which is covered in lush green vegetation. Istria is known for its long history in tourism and because of this, high standards have been set. It offers everything from
apartments and
rooms in private homes,
hotels, and
campsites to
agrotourism which offers delicious traditional cuisine as well as several gourmet restaurants.
Kvarner, with its
islands Cres,
Losinj,
Krk and
Rab, is a region with diverse climate and vegetation. It is a combination of the islands', mountains', and mainland's architecture and culture that have developed throughout the last three centuries.
Gorski Kotar and Lika are rich in untouched natural beauty and are two of the most attractive continental destinations in Europe. They are perfect destinations for those who enjoy nature walks,
winter sports,
mountain climbing, and
fishing.
Northern Dalmatia has much to offer with its beautiful beaches and picturesque islands. It offers a wide range of accommodations from apartments and rooms in private homes and villas, to hotels and camping grounds.
Central Dalmatia consists of the cities of
Trogir and
Split. Split is known for Diocletian's palace which shows a part of the cities history. Trogir was built on the foundation of Greek colonies and is rich in architectural and cultural monuments.
The most beautiful city on the Adriatic Sea,
Dubrovnik, is situated in
Southern Dalmatia. This historical city, with its old streets and Stradun, is surrounded and protected by large fortress walls. It offers many luxurious hotels, villas, restaurants and much more.
Croatia is a country full of culture, history, nature, warm sun and beautiful beaches. The author George Bernard Shaw summed it up as „
PARADISE ON EARTH“.