Poreč fairytale - 13 - 24.12.2013, Trg Slobode, Poreč, 09:00 - 19:00 h

Town of Poreč has prepared a special program for children and adults on the occasion of the upcoming holidays. The Poreč fairytale begins on Friday, 13th of December and will be held at the Freedom Square every day until Christmas Eve, at the theater hall of the Public Open University and at the hall of the Italian Community. The youngest ones will be able to meet the world’s most famous grandpa in the Santa Clauses post office and enjoy in the fun activities which will be organized.

The carnival Đakovački bušari

At the end of January/beginning of February, when winter's bitter cold grips our towns and villages, everybody from the old ones to the young ones know that on the snowy streets of Đakovo the time has come... It's obligatory to put on your masks and be as crazy and imaginative as possible. The carnival frenzy is about to start! All the problems and worries should be left behind... until Ash Wednesday, just like it says in a song: "Carnival is for young men to be joyous and Lent for old women to be religious." The carnival "Đakovački bušari" is, according to the number of its participants and visitors, the largest carnival in Eastern Croatia and it is also a member of the Croatian association of carnival towns. Welcome!  

First Christmas fair in Glina

The town of Glina invites you to our ‘’ First Christmas fair in Glina’’, from 16th to 23rd December 2013. S. and A. Radić Street, Glina It is our great wish to accommodate as many of our dear citizens and guests. Visitors will be able to enjoy the rich variety of local traditional products, souvenirs and ornaments. Join us and become a part of this wonderful event which will bring joy to you and your family. As a part of the fair on 20th December visitors are welcome to take a free ride on our Christmas train ‘’Bubi’’.

Rijeka Carnival 2014

After the end of each Rijeka Carnival we always collect impressions, browse through photos... and immediately start planning for the next one! In 2014 Carnival will be almost two months long – the carnival period is set from January 17 until March 5. The opening event, as always, is Rijeka Carnival Queen Pageant and Handover of the Town Key as a beginning of masked madness. What follows is the most colorful and cheerful period in a year of this region, ending with Children's Carnival Parade on February 22 and the Grand Finale - International Carnival Parade on March 2.

Advent in Opatija

The most magical time of the year is just around the corner. The streets are beautifully decorated with colourful lights and wonderful Christmas trees, filling our hearts with peace and joy. The Advent season is really very special in Opatija. To all its visitors the town offers various culinary specialities, mulled wine and traditional Christmas cakes. Opatija is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas and the New Year right by the sea. The season of Advent in Opatija is a time of expectant waiting and preparations for the celebration of Christmas. Every Sunday in Advent, one candle on the Advent wreath is lit. On the Opatija Riviera children traditionally decorate the house with sage, ivy or fir boughs. The most beautiful symbol of Christmas is definitely the Christmas tree with presents for the dearest ones. We wish you a peaceful and blessed Advent in Opatija!

Advent in the Heart of Zagreb

Advent in the Heart of Zagreb is a series of holiday events held on the city’s squares, bringing the spirit of Advent and Christmas to guests and citizens of Zagreb through a rich musical and artistic programme. Interested citizens, guests and passers-by can enjoy various programmes by numerous cultural societies, children’s choirs, drama ensembles, dance groups and music bands, or shop at fairs tailored for the occasion.

TOP beaches in Istria for families with kids

We have prepared a detailed beach description with photos, so you can experience, even before coming on your vacation, the most beautiful places where you will be spending time with your family , your friends or even just relaxing on your own! Many beaches in Istria are pebbly and rocky but they have the cleanest waters in the Mediterranean. On each beach you will find many families with chidren so basically the whole coast is family friendly. But there are some that offer something more for families because of the activities they offer such as aquagans, water sports, shades under the pine tree, grassy area to enjoy all kind of sports and a bar or restaurant in the vicinity where the children can have an ice cream.

More info: http://www.istriasun.com/istria/family-beaches.php

The natural beauty of Green Istria

Rečina is the official name of the river, by which it is marked on most maps, but the people who live in the valley call it Mirna. In autumn, when the snow starts to melt on Učka and Ćićarija, and after the rains, it fills with water, and during the summer, after long droughts, it can completely disappear. The village has maintained its current appearance since the 18th century, or even earlier. There are approximately 15 houses still standing, which are bigger and prettier than the houses in nearby villages and hamlets. The conditions for such architecture partly lie in the stable income of well known and respected local craftsmen. The houses on the main street are evidence of better times, when there were a lot of people living in the village.

More info: http://www.istriasun.com/istria/kotli.php

Rovinj music festival

The audience will see contestants and guest performers take to the stage and enjoy performances by unsigned bands and popular hits performed by well-known artists. All of them will be performing in a tent set up in the main town square and every evening will start with a concert and continue with performances by bands entered in the competition.

The Longest Strudel - 20.09. Biograd na moru

Maraschino cherries are the traditional product of this region, and they say that they are the most tasty cherries in the world! Promoting indigenous products from the Zadar area, strudels will be made just from these cherries and visitors will also be offered other products made from maraschino cherries such as maraschino liqueur, cherry-brandy, sour-cherry brandy, cherry juice and much besides. The length of the strudel will be 1200 metres and the manifestation will be recorded in the Guiness Book of Records as the longest strudel.

Open air New year's eve celebration in Fužine

Seeing out the old year and welcoming in the New Year at midnight in the open air is an original and attractive event which takes place in the centre of Fužine. Of course there is mulled wine and sausages, a local orchestra and an impressive firework display, all of which assure an unforgettable welcome and a wonderful experience for all the visitors. An internationally televised event visited by up to 10,000 people.

Čazma Christmas Story

All Christmas stories are romantic and educational, especially if you are a guest of the Salaj family in Grabovnica. At Christmas time, the Salaj family prepares a special treat for all the Christmas time enthusiasts, when their garden is alight with thousands of multicolored lights, offering all who come a magical sight and an idyllic atmosphere. The Christmas stable, the manger and the decorations all over the garden, including the multicolored Christmas lights and ornaments shining in the night, offer an unforgettable sense of a deep dream followed by awakening in a world of fairy tales, a world of a true Croatian Christmas story.

Santa Clause's House

This is a part of the story "Why Does Santa Clause Have a House in Kaštelir?" which will be shown in the small puppets theater as part of the Santa Clause House program. It is just one of many activities prepared for the children in this holiday season by the Kaštelir-Labinci Tourism Office. Tourism office is supported by locals and the local government. Thanks to the participants and sponsors all necessary material has been collected. Product of this hard work is the first Santa Clause House in the surroundings. It might have been better if we bought everything.. but it is certainly the most original.

Advent in Fažana

The Parish of Fažana and Tourist Board of Municipality Fažana will set for the first time the Advent wreath on the town's square in front of the church where people can light up Advent candels and there will be appropriate program which will be held 4 times on Sundays in December.

The program is following:
- Performance of the parish choir
- Lighting up the candles by the blessing of the Advent wreath
- Solemn Mass at the Church of St. Cosmas and Damian

Dreamlike book fair in Istria - 05.12.2013 - 15.12.2013

The largest book fair in Croatia, and an important literary event in Istria, takes place in the Secession-style building in Pula and, in addition to Croatian publishing, it promotes regional European publishing efforts. Apart from the sale of books at reduced prices, the Fair stages a range of other events: promotions of recent titles, meetings with authors 'Breakfast with authors', concerts, stage and video presentations, exhibitions - thus becoming a true book festival.

Villa 452 - traditional architecture merging with the surrounding nature

Villa 452 consists of 2 floors. On the first floor there are kitchen and living room, while on the second floor there are two gorgeous rustic bedrooms. The villa has two toilets and a magnificent fireplace. It is suitable for accommodation of 6 persons including little babies. The most exclusive part of villa is a pool with massage jets which is unique because of its position inside an old cottage with no roof that is linked with the villa. There is also a sun deck and a slab with barbecue. The pool house enables its guests a full intimacy and the small windows within it provide a fascinating view at the peaceful Istrian scenery. Villa 452 was built and furnished with lots of love, will and efforts. Staying in it will offer their guests a refuge from bustling city and ensure discovering peace and harmony they forgot exists. Come visit Villa 452 and convince yourself in its irresistible charm!

Top 5 Family beaches in Istria

Where are the most beautiful Istrian beaches, hidden bays and best beach bars? We made a choice of 5 most beautiful family beaches in Istra You have to visit. 


1. Kamenjak - near Medulin is not sandy but it is very nice, quiet, outside town and suitable for family with small children. The children would Love the Safari Bar that is well hidden and almost on the beach.

2. Beach on National park Brijuni: You will have to go on an excursion from Fazana. The beach is ideal for smaller children, has a lovely beach cafe bar and the children love to visit Tito's cockatoo, Koki.

3. Bijeca in Medulin: is the most beautilful sandy beach in Medulin and in Istria, which spreads more than 1 km along the coast. For kids there is an aquagan.

4. Beach in Fazana: the public beach in Fazana is completely adjusted for the needs of the family with small children. The beach is gravel and surrounded by pine trees and rich in amenities.

5. Beach Kanegra in Umag: is situated near the city of Savudrija. The beach is covered by fine gravel and has a nice entrance to the sea, which makes it ideal for families with little kids.

Flower of the Mediterranean: Vodice

Vodice is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Dalmatia and in Croatia too. Vodice is known for its tourism and gastronomic offer and friendly local people. Vodice is located 10 km from Sibenik, 60 km from Zadar and 80 km from Split airport. Compared with other cities along the coast, there is almost nowhere so much life as in Vodice. Lawns, gardens, balconies and parks in Vodice are decorated and clean. Because it is so clean, Vodice is often called the city of flowers. The beaches are sandy, gravel and concrete. The beach stretches from Vodice center towards Srima and on the other side of the Tribunj.

Discover the largest island in Croatia - Cres

The island of Cres is the largest island in Croatia. Cres is one of the northern island in the Kvarner Gulf and can be reached via ferry from the island Krk or from the Istrian peninsula (line Brestova-Porozina). With an area of 405.78 km2, Cres is the same size as the neighbouring island of Krk, although Krk has for many years been thought the largest of the islands. Cres and the neighbouring island of Lošinj once used to be one island, but were divided by a channel and connected with a bridge at the town of Osor. Cres's only fresh water source is the Lake Vrana. The island is a natural habitat of the griffon vulture, a very rare bird. The view from the towns of Beli or Lubenice over the sea and cliffs will leave you breathless.

Windsurfing in Istria, Croatia

Premantura is small town situated in Istria's far south, 10 km from Pula and near the city of Medulin. Premantura and the nature park of Kamenjak are famous windsurf station. Premantura is ideal for windsurfing beginners because of moderate winds especially in the summer when mild southeastern maestral wind blows. Southern wind causes big waves because of the shallow Premantura windsurfing spotwaters. Premantura offer all kinds of services related to windsurfing such as teaching classes -from beginners to advanced, equipment storage, purchase and repair. Those fond of windsurfing will find that the favourable winds and sea currents offer a unique experience.

How to save money on your trip to Istria, Croatia

Croatia has a reputation as cheap even though prices have been rising the last few years, especially in  Dubrovnik. Naturally the coast and islands are more expensive than inland destinations (except Zagreb) and July and August are vastly more expensive than the rest of the year. Here are some top tips on how to bag cheap holiday deals:

- Travel first minute: Don't believe in last minute discounts in July and August in Croatia! The best way to book the accommodation in Croatia is to do it a few months in advance and you can receive First Minute discounts.

- Negotiate prices: For example, taxi rides are not metered in Croatia, making it a good idea to bargain for your fare in advance. It's also worth noting that taxi drivers are not given a tip, so don't bother frittering away your money unnecessarily. 

- Travel in pre or post season: in June and September prices are considerately lower than in August and July. Besides the lower costs, the crowded supermarkets, restaurants and beaches, as well as traffic jams are considerably rarer.

- Cook for yourself: Self-catering breaks are an easy way to save money, if not time and hassle. 

- Choose small destinations: Hvar and Dubrovnik offer a lot of possibilities and sights, but higher costs, too. Smaller town along the adriatic coast are very quite and you will have the oppurtunity to enjoy less-crowded beaches with considerably lower costs. 

The island of Lopud

The beautiful island of Lopud is situated northwest of the city Dubrovnik and is a part of the Elafiti islands. Lopud has an area of 4,63 km2, the highest point is Polacica at 216 meters. Currently Lopud has about 220 inhabitants. Lopud, the only settlement, is located in a bay, and from where there is a path that leads to the sandy Bay of Sunj on the far side of the island. You can also visit a Franciscan monastery from 1483 with a cloister and a defence tower with walls. Lopud next to Lokrum is Dubrovnik's most treasured tourist excursion point and is very convenient to visit as ferry boats have a dense schedule to Lopud leaving out of, Port of Gruz in Dubrovnik.

Zrće beach party in Novalja

Novalja on the island of Pag is a popular summer resort which hosts probably the only beach in Croatia with Ibiza sense. Zrce beach (Novalja) is hosting crazy after beach parties and unforgettable nightlife with famous DJs from all over the world. Zrće is the place that never sleeps where you can party from 10 am till 7 am and is perfect place for summer party's and never ending fun. Some clubs on Zrće beach are:

- Kalypso: Dive into the cushioned beds under the straw shades with a drink in your hand during the day, or dive into the music at night.

- Papaya: The best open-air club in central Europe and among 30 best clubs in the world according to DJ Mag, this 32 000 sq feet venue can hold 5000 clubbers. 

- Pepermint: offers cool drinks and parties, including sunrise parties, when everything else is closed.

- Aquarius: A beach bar and restaurant during the day, after beach parties in the afternoon, and club charged with great vibes at night.

Sahara - one of the ten best beaches in the world

Sahara beach on the island of Rab is the most famous clothes-optional beach in Lopar. It is located not far from the Paradise Beach, but far enough to enable you to get away from everyday. There is a beautiful sand, shallow see and nice rocks on the sides. The remote location of the beach means, that there are very few people there and no facilities. The beach can be reached only by foot or by a boat. By foot it is a 20-30 minutes walk over the hill from Lopar.

Boat marathon in Neretva

The Boats Marathon on the river Neretva is long tradition of the local inhabitants, and is performing within tourist summer. It is exclusively amateur sports competition of the traditional local wooden boats. Through the history, these boats have been used as the transport mean from the dwelling place to the market,shop or the agricultural lands along the river Neretva. Marathon as the race is taking place once a year at the begining the August, on the route 22500 metres long, under the patronage of the President of the Republic of Croatia and the river Neretva boatmen association. The race begins at 17 h under the bridge in the town of the Metkovic. The finish is in the town of Ploce, where the Winning Shield and the medals are awarded at 21 h. At the start, the boats and the crews are presenting, some proper ceremony and speach is taking place, and the start signal is given.

A cappella singing (Dalmatinske klape)

Singing in the group, or on Dalmatian language in the "Klapa", which mean company or group is most common form of singing in Dalmatia. Singing groups are usually composed of five to eight members, and songs are performed without instrumental background (a cappella). This way of singing is recognizable by the polyphony, harmonic structure and beautiful motion of the melodic line, which is always followed by another voice. Festival of the Dalmatian a cappella singing groups, or on Croatian "Festival Dalmatinskih Klapa" was founded in 1966. A group of enthusiasts from Omis is trying to preserve this type of singing from extinction and founded the Festival. Since then more than 200 groups from across the Croatia (and wider) has performed on the Festival. But over time in the work of the Festival lots experts, musicologists and composers have joined. Now the Festival is the main cultural event in Omis, and main event of Dalmatian traditional singing. Each year jury and audience (only those who attend the event, and not those who are watching on TV) choose the best Dalmatian a cappella singing group. In 2013th Festival was added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists.

Villa 86 – a dream home surrounding by the sea

Villa 86 is another way of saying high quality tourist accommodation together with the picturesque landscape.

The apartments are situated in a quite area, but still near the center of Medulin. It is ideal for families with two children or for couples seeking relax.

A modern tourist accommodation from where you can start to discover the nearby beaches and the unspoiled landscape.The apartments of our Villa are surrounded by trees and flowers from our garden, just 10 meters from the sea away. They were projected for two or four people, they ALL have sea view and are ALL fully equipped with:

    Parking place
    Barbeque
    Central heating
    Balcony / Terrace
    Use of garden furniture
    Pottery
    Coffee machine
    Garden
    LCD SAT TV, Radio
    Air condition
    Bed linen, towels, modern set of the kitchen equipment …
    Coffee maker
    Wireless Internet ADSL connection (WiFi)
    Jewel-box with individual PIN
    Center for dialisys 20m away from the Villa
    Outside Jacuzzi
    Swimming pool for children
    NON smoking apartments only
    Pets are NOT allowed

In the garden of our Villa you can enjoy in preparing on the grill the meals yourself. In front of the Villa there is a reserved and illuminated parking place for your car.


Distances:

sea: 10 m
beach: 250 m
center: 500 m
sport: 700 m
shop: 200 m
restaurant: 150 m
market: 4.00 km
doctor: 500 m

Hum – the smallest town in the world

Hum is a town in the central part of Istria, 7 km from Roč, 14 km southeast of Buzet on a hill above the Mirna valley. This small fortified habitation has maintained all the features of medieval urban architecture and organization. It has a population of only 17 people (2001 census), but is officially a town, and is the Guinness World Record holder for the smallest town in the world. Hum is one of the rare preserved and untouched examples of urban development inside medieval walls. Hum is also the mecca of Croatian Glagolitism where you can see the first monuments and trace the very beginnings of Croatian literacy, as well as get to know the old Croatian alphabet Glagoljica. The Aleja glagoljaša (Glagolithic Avenue) is a series of 11 monuments dedicated to the Glagolitic script, placed along the 4-mile route between Roč und Hum.

ATP Croatia Open Umag

The ATP Vegeta Croatia Open is the oldest and most renowned tennis tournament in Croatia and the region, with a tradition of more than two decades. The tournament and accompanying events attract more than 80,000 guests and Umag becomes an imperative summer hub for tennis. Umag is then host to world-ranking tennis players, while the cream of society, journalists and reporters, sports experts and tennis aficionados spend time in and around the luxurious tennis complex Stella Maris. Entertainment, concerts, evening parties and, since recently, the Festival of Istrian Culinary Delicacies Istria Gourmet are part of the tournament festivities.

Top things to do in Novigrad

1. Visit Lapidarium Museum: Lapidarium Museum houses one of the most important collections of stone monuments in Croatia. 
2. Swim on one of many Novigrad beaches: we definitely reccomed Mareda beach
3. Eat local: Novigrad is a home to the best Istrian seafood restaurants
4. Explore Novigrad old town: The old town with its well protected port and picturesque coast will make your stay exceptional
5. Cycle: Popular cycling trail takes you from Novigrad by the sea to the village Dajla

Giostra Festival – Porec Events

Take off in a time machine to the past on Poreč’s waterfront promenade, squares and streets to a time when nobles, knights, jugglers, hawkers and drummers, flag bearers and street performers ruled. A three hundred year old tradition has been brought to life with Giostra, Poreč’s historical festival, a festival of events and knightly games dating from the 18th century. With concerts, plays and dances at authentic city locations this festival will faithfully demonstrate the life of Poreč and its surrounding area during times gone by.

Beaches in Split: swim, refresh and play picigin

If you're spending your holidays in Split, away from the energetic old town are inviting bays and pebble beaches that are perfect for a cooling swim. Bačvice is most famous and most popular beach in the Split. It is all from fine sand. Because shallow sea you will see lot of people playing local game – pincigin. Beach Bačvice is also most popular all year night destination in Split. There is lot of night clubs on the same beach. Ovčice is much smaller pebble beach and it is also popular for locals and tourists. Next 5 minutes walking from Ovčice you will see next popular bay – small sand beach Firule. Beach Trstenik is pebble or gravel with shallow entrance and it is suitable for families with small children. Žnjan is newest built beach in Split and so far largest location for enjoy in sea and sun. The beach consists of several separated bays thus they are in fact several beaches stretching almost 1 km wide. Ježinac is first of few beaches located in west part of Split city, more precisely under the Park Forest Marjan. Kaštelet is a nice pebble beach and mostly younger people come here. This beach is also popular night location for going out.

Konavle region

At the far south of Dubrovnik region and the Croatian soil 18 km (12 miles) away from Dubrovnik, the fertile land of Konavle valley is found surrounded by the wreath of hills, mounds, and hillocks. Thirty picturesque villages found their place in the karst land with peculiar vegetation that grows on the rock itself. Lush pine trees, cypresses, olive trees, and many sorts of underbrush grow there among the vineyards.

Top 5 must see lungomare sites in Opatija

Villa Angiolina: It is located in the centre of Angiolina Park, in the immediate vicinity of the sea and the Hotel Kvarner. The Villa is ideal for ceremonial meetings, gala dinners, or cocktail parties that require a luxury ambience.

Maiden with the Seagull: The statue of Maiden with the seagull is a symbol, not only of Opatija, but the entire Kvarner region. Elegantly standing on the reef beside Lungomare promenade in Opatija, it intrigues all passengers with her interesting story and identity which was unknown for decades.

Church of the Annunciation of Mary: This church in Opatija (1913/1914) is a triple nave structure in the upper part of town; it was constructed of Kastav stone. The interior is dominated by granite and brick. Over the altar is a ciborium, similar to the one in the Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč, with a large cupola arising.

The Park of St. Jakob: The central park of Opatija is a horticultural monument at the area of 3.64 hectares. It is divided into 60 fields with 150 plant species. Many of them originated in the distant locations and are not typical for this climate.

Hotel Kvarner: Hotel Kvarner was the first hotel in Opatija and the Adriatic, opened in 1884. Its famous Crystal hall and beautiful terrace host numerous glamorous events throughout the year.

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Best restaurants in Istria

We invite you to discover istrian gastronomic food and wine celebrations, restaurants and taverns.
Here are the best 5 restaurants in Istria selected by Croatian gourmet experts:

Plavi Podrum, Opatija - Mediterranean Restaurant
Batelina, Banjole - Seafood Restaurant
San Rocco, Brtonigla - Mediterranean Restaurant
Damir e Ornella, Novigrad - Italian Restaurant
Restaurant Pepenero, Novigrad - Restaurant

Dog friendly beaches in Dalmatia

Traveling with a furry friend? Know where to go in Dalmatia.

Mljet Island
Murter Island – Podvrške beach next to Murter place
Vis Island – Vartalac beach in Komiža
Split – part of Kašuni beach, part of Kaštelet beach, part called Kvadar within Žnjan beach, Trstenik and Lumbarda beaches
Vrsi – Mulo and Ričina beaches

Apoksiomen in Mali Lošinj

The antique bronze statue of an athlete, 192 cm tall, taken from the sea bed between the islet of Vele Orjule and the island of Lošinj on 27 April 1999, is the only large bronze found to date on the eastern coast of the Adriatic. It is assumed that it was deposited in the sea at the beginning of the 1st century when it was thrown overboard during bad weather because of the danger of the ship overturning or as a sacrifice to the gods for safe passage through the Osor channel to a prosperous destination/port of call on the north Adriatic.

Dog friendly beaches in Kvarner

Traveling with a furry friend? Know where to go in Kvarner.

Crikvenica – Podvorska beach
Opatija – Slatina beach, beach in Punta kolovi
Cres Island – part of the beach in camp "Kovačine", beach near ACI marina"Cres" and little place called Gavza
Krk Island – beaches Koralj and Dražice in Krk, Vela beach in Baška, Kijac beach in Njivice, Mala Krasa beach in Punat
Lošinj Island – eight beaches situated between two sandy beaches called Veli žal and Porta Madonna
Rijeka – beach next to Kantrida stadium, beaches Brajdica, Kostrena and Ploče

5 Reasons to Spend Your Summer Vacation in Istria

1. Visit a winery: There are many wineries in Istria. Istrian Malvasia is an excellent white wine. All the wine roads are marked.
2. Cycle: Cycle through the vineyards, olive groves and by the sea. There are many marked cycling trails to enjoy. The most popular cycling trail is Parenzana.
3. Explore the beaches:  If you enjoy swimming, sun-bathing and just chilling by the sea, Istria has it all.
4. Eat local:  Truffles, bean soup, fresh vegetables, asparagus, wild mushrooms, scrambled eggs, cheese curd, .... Enjoy!
5. Enjoy history: Basilica in Porec,Amphitheater in Pula, Venetian architecture, medieval hilltop towns, churches, towers, ...

Dog friendly beaches in Istria

Traveling with a furry friend? Know where to go in Istria.

Poreč – beach in camp "Istra"
Pula – Galebove stijene, Štinjanska vala
Rovinj – coves Lone, Cuvi and Borik-Figarola; beaches within camp "Villas Rubin"
Umag – Laguna beach in tourist resort "Sol Stella Maris", beach in tourist resort "Sol Polynesia", beach in tourist resort "Savudrija", beaches in naturist camp "Kanegra FKK Umag"

Saint James Cathedral in Šibenik

The Cathedral of St. James (Croatian: Katedrala sv. Jakova) in Šibenik, Croatia is a triple-nave basilica with three apses and a dome (32 m high inside) in the city of Šibenik, Croatia. It is the church of the Catholic Church in Croatia, and the see of the Šibenik diocese. It is also the most important architectural monument of the Renaissance in the entire country. Since 2000, the Cathedral has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is often mistakenly known as "St Jacob's", because Croatian, like many other languages, uses the same name for both "James" and "Jacob". It is dedicated to Saint James the Greater.

Walled Peljesac

Ston is a small town in the Dubrovnik area, located at the south of of the peninsula Peljesac. ton was a military fort of the Ragusan Republic whose defensive walls are among the most famous in the world: there is a 900 meters (3000 feet) long town wall and 5 km (3 miles) Great Wall outside the town. The walls extend to Mali Ston (Little or Small Ston), a smaller town on the northern side of the Peljesac isthmus and the end of the Mali Ston bay.

Rovinj – 3 Things Not to Miss

1. Old town
Rises up on a peninsula and is a witness to times gone by and the valuable accomplishments of its past artisans. The limited space led to the construction of narrow buildings, streets and small town squares.
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2. Saint Euphemia Cathedral
It was built in the eighteenth century, while its façade in Venetian-baroque style was added in the middle of the last century. At the top of the sixty-metre-high bell tower stands the copper statue of St. Euphemia, which shows the direction of the wind by turning on a spindle.
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3. Kurent Bay
Kurent Bay and Montauro Cape are located 1.5 km away from the old town-center. Kurent Bay is covered with gravel and it is the most popular bay in this coastal area. The old forest near the shore provides shade throughout the whole day. Nearby there is a great field where many sport activties such as football, badminton, vollebally can be played. On the Kurent Bay there is a snack bar to fresh up . Near the bar you can find a deck chair rental service and the dressing cabins. In the vicinity of Kurent bay lay other small gravel beaches suitable for small children. The beaches at Montauro Cape are not so fascinating: high and steep rocks make access to the sea very difficult. There are only a few way where the sea is accesible. Usually these beaches are visited by naturists.
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The cove Koromašna, Žirje island

Žirje is an island and a settlement in the Croatian part of the Adriatic Sea. Its name probably derives from the former thick forests of the Mediterranean oak the fruit of which is called zir. The coast is broken. The large bays are: Mikovica, Muna, Koromasna and Japlenisce on the northeast and Nozdra vela, Nozdra mala, Tratinska, Krusevica, Stupica vela, Stupica Mala and Kabal on the southwest. The cove Koromasna contains an ancient ship turned into a underwater museum and offers all the curious ones two types of amphora from the 2nd century B.C.