Croatia Tourism

If any nation is perfectly able to mimic a master’s landscape painting, it’s the awe-inspiring destination of Croatia! Picture silvery jagged fjords protruding out of cerulean waters, sparkling as the sun tints its surface. Think cityscapes teeming with burnt orange roofs, domes and cupolas. Imagine pixie dust waterfalls and emerald forests, as real as you. Close your eyes and taste the sweet wine and Mediterranean culinary delights. Croatia tourism is not a dream, it’s a near reality! So, what are you waiting for?

Highlights of Croatia

Zagreb
Zagreb is everything a capital city should be – riveting, vivacious, colourful and charming. So, stroll along Upper Town’s quaint cobblestone streets and crane your neck to glimpse a sea of red roofs, spires and bell towers. Navigate the graffiti lined alleyways and marvel at street art murals that reflect the quintessential character of the place. And when you’re ready, here are some of the top attractions and recommended sites of this vibrant and cultural destination – Mirogoj Cemetery, Katarinin Trg Square, Dolac Market and Croatian Museum of Naïve Art. Aren’t you eager to visit Croatia famous places?

Dubrovnik
Upon first glance, the city of Dubrovnik will quite literally take your breath away. The majestic Adriatic Sea frames it from the left, dazzling brilliantly and warranting all attention. Add to that, sweeping views of exquisite baroque architecture (drenched in twilight) and striking limestone streets, and you’ll be left with what is an exquisite image of this Croatian region! When in Dubrovnik, you must visit the following spectacular sites – City Walls and Forts, Rector’s Palace, Lokrum Island, and Franciscan Monastery and Museum. Tourism in Croatia is delightful!

Trogir
To reach this gorgeous medieval island one must take a bridge that connects it to the mainland. The little town, with its 16th century stone walls and renaissance architecture, shimmers with an aura of mystery. Head to the Placa or promenade, that is dotted with adorable cafes, restaurants and bars, twinkling in the sunset and under the moonlight. You may want to treat yourself to a sea food meal, which includes a fresh catch of fish, lobster, shrimp, mussels and oysters. Wood briquettes are used to grill the fish, after which the fare is drizzled with Dalmatian olive oil. Also try the marinated beef with noodles and rafioli cake!

Plitvice Lakes National Park
The magical Plitvice Lakes National Park is among the best places to visit in Croatia. It’s akin to an enchanting garden or a fairy-tale kingdom – dreamy, ethereal and oh-so wonderful! 16 crystalline terraced lakes are joined by glittering waterfalls that finally extend into a gleaming limestone canyon. Entwining paths and trails manoeuvre across the water, with an electric boat linking the 12 upper and 4 lower lakes respectively. The latter forms the site of Veliki Slap - an extraordinary 78m-high waterfall.

Interesting Facts About Croatia

• Croatia is the holder of extremely unique Guinness World Records such as the largest box of popcorn and the largest cup of cappuccino. 
• The MP3 player was invented in Croatia.
• The Island of Brac shapeshifts according to the winds. 
• 1/3rd of Croatia is carpeted by forests.
• The Zinfandel grape was discovered in Croatia.
• Hum is one of the world’s smallest towns, thus making Croatia tourism so fascinating.
  
  

Location Of Croatia

The Pearl of the Adriatic Sea, Croatia, sits on the crossroads of Central and South East Europe. It hugs the borders of Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, while Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro caress it from the southeast respectively. The nation shares a maritime border with Italy. Its capital, Zagreb, encompasses one of the country's primary subdivisions, along with twenty counties.

Best time to visit Croatia

Croatia is undoubtedly a beautiful country all through the year, in terms of its natural landscapes, festivities, recreational activities and unique offerings. When it comes to the best time to visit and explore Croatia, much depends on the kind of holiday one is seeking as well as their tolerance levels towards various climatic conditions. Spring is all about the flower shows, wine fairs and Easter celebrations, while summer bustles with music festivals and beach parties. Autumn is meant for cosy cabin stays and visits to national parks, while winter calls for relaxation at the hot springs and thermal spas! Each season is highly distinct and equally enjoyable, however if we had to make a recommendation we’d go with the season of summer as the best time to visit!

How to Reach Croatia

By Air – Croatia is blessed with efficient airports such as Split Airport, Dubrovnik Airport and Pula Airport, however, Zagreb Airport is the largest and busiest international aerodrome offering connections to all major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Ahmedabad. Individuals can choose from the following carriers - Lufthansa, Air India, Jet Airways, Air France, Etihad, British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways.

By Rail – Croatia is endowed with an intricate railway network that has direct transportation lines to Zagreb, Pula, Rijeka and Split. Individuals who wish to travel by train can do so from the following destinations in Europe - Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Hungary, Italy, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece and Serbia.   

By Road – Those who wish to travel by road can do so from almost all European countries via comfortable bus coaches. Zagreb, Istria, Rijeka, Zadar, Split and Dubrovnik have accessible bus junctions. Furthermore, individuals can embark on an exciting and scenic road trip from Italy, Germany, Austria, Hungary, the Czech and Slovak Republics. 

By Sea – If you’re traveling from Italy, you can avail of the ferry service (or catamarans) from the ports of Venice, Trieste, Cesenatico, Pesaro, Ancona or Bari.

History Of Croatia

The earliest vestiges of human life can be traced back to the Neanderthals, dating back to the Palaeolithic period. By 10,000 BC, the Illyrians came into power and established control over Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Kosovo, Montenegro and Albania. By 168 BC, the Romans had taken the reigns, setting up what was perhaps one of the most powerful empires. They were followed by the Slavics, Avars, Serbs, Byzantines, Venetians, Hungarians, Ottoman Turks, Austrians and many other mighty clans. After the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, The Yugoslav Committee became the National Council of the Slovenes, Croats and Serbs respectively. This was followed by further political development, changes and conflict, including a war and the UN getting involved. Fast forward to 25th June 1991 when Croatia finally gained independence.