Split, Rovinj, Šibenek, Pula, Zadar: where to go and what to see in Croatia?
The blue sky, the sea sparkling in the sun, the history at every turn - this is a beautiful Croatia!
Split is the second largest city in the country after the capital, Zagreb. The center of the famous resort region, its historical part is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Rovinj is located on the Istrian peninsula, the main attractions are in its historical part.
Šibenek is located in the central part of the Adriatic coast, where the Krka River flows into the Adriatic Sea.
The largest city of Istria, Pula, was founded by the Greeks in 177 BC, after which the asteroid (142) Poulana was named.
Zadar is famous for the oldest university in Croatia, near the city are the picturesque national parks of Kornata, Paklenica, North Velebit.
split
The king Diocletian in Split (Croatia) was built in 293 AD. Gradually, the city of Split began to be built around it. At one time there was a mausoleum of the Roman emperor, which was then turned into a Christian cathedral.
In later periods, the basements of the structure were adapted by merchants for storage facilities. During World War II, the palace became a refuge for thousands of locals.
Now the ruins of the palace are the center of the main tourist route of Split. Around it are numerous cafes, hotels, entertainment facilities. The monument was also chosen by filmmakers, filming several episodes there for the cult “Game of Thrones”.
You can get to the monument both by car and by public transport.
Split is the largest city in Croatia. It was founded in the 3rd century and is the birthplace of the Roman emperor Diocletian.
Magical atmosphere, leisurely walks along the embankment, evening gatherings in cozy restaurants, morning jogs
Athletes, dating lovers - it's all about Split.
There are 3 places that must be visited:
1. Old town. Leave a few hours to study.
On the People's Square you will see the Town Hall, passing on to visit the market on Fruit Square, Marmontovaya Street is known for shops and cafes.
2. Shuma Maryan Park on a large peninsula. This is a local pride, 178 meters high.
Several kilometers of trails, walking routes, bicycle paths, observation decks to picturesque places
And of course the beaches.
The most popular beach of Marjana is Bene.
There is everything for family holidays - cafes, equipped beaches, playgrounds.
3. Diocletian's Palace.
The main attraction under the protection of UNESCO, part of the series "Game of Thrones" filmed here.
Currently, the Palace-mini-city-square shape, with residential buildings.
The territory can be accessed through four gates on each side of the "square" - gold, silver, bronze and iron.
Worth a visit - the Cathedral of St. Domnia or Doué, the Temple of Jupiter and the basements of the palace.
rovin
The Church of St. Ethymia is the main attraction of the city of Rovinj. The history of the church is known to almost every resident of Croatia. It is believed that Ethymia was one of the faithful severely tortured on the orders of the Roman emperor. The church was built in the 10th century, but underwent many changes over time.
From any point of Rovinj you can see the bell tower of the church. It continues its work to this day, and every September gathers pilgrims from all over the world. Inside the church are the relics of Saint Ethymia, to which believers come to worship and pray. Saint Ethymia is also considered the patroness of Rovinus.
The island of Crveni Otok is also called Red Island or St. Andrew’s Island. This is a favorite place of many tourists and a real pride for the locals. During the holiday period, this island has a significant economic importance for the city of Rovinj. The place attracts with its picturesque landscape, which combines pristine nature and developed tourist infrastructure. The island is washed by the Adriatic Sea on all sides.
You can get to the island only by water by renting a boat or boat. On the shore of Rovinj provide sea taxi services. The walk to the island will take about 15 minutes.
shibenik
Šibenik Cathedral, aka St. James Cathedral, is the oldest attraction in Croatia. Its construction began in the middle of the 15th century and lasted almost a century. Due to the long period of construction, the exterior of the cathedral combines both Gothic architectural features and Renaissance elements. Sibenik Cathedral is under the protection of UNESCO. The cathedral is still the most popular place for tourists and a haven for believers.
pula
The cathedral is the main temple of the city of Pula. The cathedral combines many architectural styles, for example, early Christian style, Renaissance, as well as Gothic.
The cathedral stores a Roman sarcophagus of the 3rd century. Unfortunately, the ancient mosaics inside the temple have not survived to our time, but nevertheless, the temple conceals history. Be sure to see, coming to this cathedral, is a bell tower, which stands separately. It was built in 1707 and is younger than the cathedral itself. Also worth seeing is the park, which is located to the left of the cathedral, it was there that the Church of St. Thomas, which was built in the 5th century, previously stood!
The Temple of Augusta is the oldest building in Croatia. It is located on the coast of the Bay of Pula. The construction of the temple dates back to the first century AD. To this day, the building has been preserved in its original form, although it has survived many events. Against the background of modern buildings of Pula, the temple of Augustus looks colorful.
For many years the temple was used as a church and even as a storehouse for crops. The building was badly damaged during the Second World War, but was restored.
The Temple of Augusta is under the protection of Croatian authorities and is a cultural monument of architecture. The doors of the temple are open to visitors according to the available schedule.
zadar
St. John's. Donata Croatia Zadar was built at the beginning of the XI century in the Gothic style on the site of an ancient Roman temple. During the XV century, it was rebuilt many times, until it acquired a modern look. Initially, the church was dedicated to St. Donat, but during the Reformation conducted by the Archbishop of Zadar, the church was named in honor of the patron of the city. The facade of the temple is decorated with images of saints. The altar wall is made in Baroque style. The church stands on a large plot of land that was bought from the city for the construction of the cathedral. The temple is a masterpiece of Gothic, it is painted with frescoes and mosaics, which are perfectly preserved to this day. The facade of the temple depicts St. Donatus, as well as figures of Saints George, Philip, Judas Maccabee and many others.
Dražica is one of the most picturesque beaches in Croatia. It is located a 5-minute walk along the promenade from the center of Zadar. Vacationers are attracted by crystal clear water and small snow-white pebbles, on which it is comfortable to lie even without a chair. The bay is protected from winds by small rocks, so the water is calm, there are practically no waves. The beach is surrounded by a pine forest, which gives the rest an unforgettable atmosphere of unity with nature. Tourists love to visit Drazitsa due to the variety of entertainment available. Guests are offered to rent catamarans, scooters and water skis. Water slides and a diving center are prepared for children. Seats on the beach with a length of 400 meters will be enough for everyone!
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