Zadar Croatia

Also referred to as the “Small Croatian Rome”, Zadar, formerly the capital of Dalmatia, is rich in cultural and historical sights; Roman, Byzantine and Romanesque architectural masterpieces can be found in the city. Zadar is situated on a peninsula-like tongue of land, separated from the mainland by the inner-harbor. One of the city’s most famous attractions is the Romanesque style Basilica of St. Stošija, with its nave and two aisles, dating from the 12^th-13^th centuries. 

 

Omiš Croatia

Situated on the mouth of the Cetina River, in the southern part of Dalmatia, Omiš today is a popular bathing resort; in the 11^th and 12^th centuries it was a notorious pirates’ nest. One’s impression of the city is determined by the bastions of the Stargrad Fortress and of the Mirabell Fortress rising 331m above it. The Cathedral, built in 1620, has a Renaissance style bell-tower which dates from the 16^th century. The treasures of the early 18^th century Franciscan Church deserve attention. From Omiš it is worth touring through the picturesque canyons of the Cetina River. Suitable bathing areas, including some beaches of sand or small pebbles, can be found almost anywhere around Omiš and its neighbourhood.

Rovinj Croatia

One of Croatia’s most beautiful cities, Rovinj sits picturesquely upon a rock promontory, on the western side of the Istrian Peninsula. On the edge of the main-square and of the harbor, the houses of the old parts of the city - intersected by the winding, cobble-stoned narrow streets and alley-ways – form a semi-circle around the hill on which Saint Euphemia's basilica is located. This church is the city’s most famous tourist attraction.Built in the Baroque style in the 17^th century, its bell-tower, from which one can see the entire city, was modeled on that of St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice. The coffin of the city’s patron saint, St. Euphemy, who died a martyr, lies in the sanctuary of the church.

Sibenik, Croatia

Sibenik is located in Mid-Dalmatia, where the Krka River runs into Sibenik Bay. The historic buildings in the old part of the city provide an excellent  insight into some of the phases involved in the evolution of a medieval city. In addition to its numerous monuments, the city’s most outstanding tourist attraction is the 15^th century St. Jacob’s Cathedral – a masterpiece of Dalmatia’s Gothic-Renaissance architecture.

 

Pula, Croatia

Located on the southern part of the Istrian Peninsula, Pula is Istria’s largest city and one of its most popular tourist destinations. Pula first became a thriving centre during the time of the Roman conquest of Istria when it served as a military base for the Romans. The city’s second golden-age occurred during the 19^th century, when it became an Austrian naval base.  The city’s most important tourist attraction is the elliptical Roman amphitheatre, built during the reign of Emperor Augustus, which, during its heyday, was capable of seating twenty-three thousand spectators.

Trogir, Croatia

Situated between Split and Šibenik, Trogir is one of Mid-Dalmatia’s most beautiful cities. Founded by the Greeks in the 3^rd century BC, the city enjoyed its golden-age from the 13^th to the 16^th centuries; its wealth was based on ship-building and trade. Trogir’s old-city evolved within the medieval city-walls, on a small island which is connected to the mainland and Ciovo Island by bridges. 

 

  

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Situated in the southern corner of the country and known originally as Ragusa, picturesque Dubrovnik is one of (if not) the most beautiful cities in Croatia.Also known as “The Pearl of the Adriatic”, Dubrovnik with its matchless setting, comfortable climate, historic and cultural heritage, beautiful environment and beaches, is deservedly popular with the tourists.

Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb, Croatia’s capital and largest city, lies on the bank(s) of the Sava River, at the foot of the Medvednica Range. As the country’s cultural centre, Zagreb is well known for its museums, theatres, concerts and other cultural programmes. The old part of Zagreb consists of three historical sections, all of which have retained their medieval atmosphere; they contain the majority of its monuments, most of which visited on foot. The Kaptol quarter encompasses the cathedral and the surrounding area which, historically, was inhabited by members of the clergy. The nobility and the craftsmen traditionally lived in the nearby Gradec quarter. The Church of St. Mark, built in the 13^th century, can be found in the third - Donji grad (Lower City) – quarter.