Croatia Summer Hotspots

By David Francis


One of the European countries that are still unpopular, but very attractive summer holiday destinations is Croatia, which offers gorgeous Adriatic coastline and more than a thousand picturesque islands. Great many entertainments and sights await tourists in this friendly region. Both young and old adventurers will find here lots of outdoor activities to enjoy during their stay.

Some of the best places to visit in Croatia during your summer holiday are its capital Zagreb, Dubrovnik and Split, not to mention the uncountable exotic islands that offer splendid views and unforgettable memories.

Tourists, who would like to learn more about the culture and traditions of the region, should necessarily visit Croatian capital, as Zagreb has many sights to offer. They include countless museums, among which is the Mimara Museum, where you will find a lot of valuable artifacts, the old town Gornji Grad, where the beautiful cathedral St. Stephen is built in Neo-Gothic style, Dolmac market, etc.

Local people are proud with the beauty of Dubrovnik, with its Baroque architecture, marble streets and fine beaches. Not without reason it is called the "Peal of the Adriatic" and becomes one of the most popular Croatian hotspots.

More and more tourists choose Split for their summer holiday destination, as this is a large seaside city, being a great starting point to reach the Dalmatian islands. One must-see attraction in the city is Diocletian's Palace, so don't leave Split before you visit it.

Have you ever heard about the "Sun Island of Croatia"? If you still do not, you should necessarily visit Hvar, a wonderful island that becomes more and more popular each and every year. This sunny island is long 67 kilometres and offers wonderful beaches where tourists can enjoy the Adriatic Sea. The weather is mild and allows tourists to come and rest here until the beginning of the winter season, enjoying the sun and beaches even in autumn and spring. The hospitable Hvar has a lot of surprises for its guests, such as pebbly beaches and rocky coastline, Croatian atoll, secluded coves, vineyards, olive groves, etc.

There are many other places in Croatia you could visit your summer vacations. For example, you could visit Rivinj, a town that offers great many sights and architectural attractions; Bol with its splendid beaches and other attractions; the city of Spadici, which is a paradise for sportsmen, who will find great sports facilities there, along with shopping opportunities and sunny beaches; lonely Makarsa, which is a beautiful destination where you can enjoy the beauty of the mountains and sea in one stunning place, and many other fascinating places.

Tourists who would like to make a culture trip, to learn many new exiting things about the region, to see a lot of sights and beautiful islands, as well as to have a great beach holiday at inexpensive prices can combine all these things in one summer holiday in Croatia. This country offers a lot of treasures to be explored and great many fantastic adventures to be experienced.




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