Croatia is one of the world’s newest countries, emerging from the homeland war in 1995. Major redevelopment and investment in the national infrastructure is creating a modern country with exciting opportunities for the future. The Croatian people are renowned for their love of their beautiful country and warm welcome offered to visitors. Croatia dates back to the 6th century when it had its own monarchy, and even then the people were well know n for their hospitality.
Croatia’s geographical location offers visitors a wide choice of scenery and activities
ranging from skiing in the mountains in winter, to relaxing on one of its thousands
of beaches in summer. It’s 6000 km of coastline, over a thousand islands and calm,
crystal clear turquoise sea, makes it a paradise for sailing and island hopping.
The coastline is rugged and beautiful, and varies from lush green pine trees contrasting
with white stony beaches to dramatic cliffs rising from the sea.. Croatia is one
of the best ecologically preserved part of Europe and boasts eight national parks.
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History and culture
Croatia is a unique blend of different cultures. The Adriatic sea is a deep gulf in the Mediterranean cut into the Continent of Europe thereby creating a most economical trade route between Europe and the East, it is also the cradle of ancient civilizations. The east coast of the Adriatic was inhabited as early as the beginning of the Stone Age, suggesting that most of the accessible islands were also inhabited. Thanks to the coast's numerous bays, inlets and coves, it has been a significant mercantile and nautical route for centuries. Archaeological findings show that in the 6th century BC the ancient Greeks traded with the Illyrian's by sea, and that they founded their colonies along the Adriatic, at Pharos (now Starigrad on Hvar) and on the island of Vis.. Later the Romans built palaces and summer residences. Between Pula and Cavtat, there are plenty of underwater findings which testify a Roman presence. Amphorae, used for storing everything from wine to wheat, oils and perfumes have been unearthed. If diving, you are likely to find the remains of antique ships and their cargoes,such as at Cavtat, and Murter. Split, the second largest city in Croatia, has a rich history : The Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruled the whole known world at the time,chose to build his palace here. Follow in his footsteps, wander the white stone streets of the old town,weave around the squares and alleyways with their jumble of houses fusing modern day living with antiquity. The remains of the Diocletian’s palace is included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage as is the Old City Necleus at Trogir.
Throughout history, visitors to Croatia have left their mark, from buildings and culture, cuisine & literature, art & music. The result, is an eclectic mix, blending Eastern and Western Europe., ancient and modern, bustling towns & cities, expansive national parks & a thousand islands amidst a glittering azure sea.
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