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Sightseeing in Croatia A country that named its most popular stretch of shoreline after a canine pedigree – Dalmatian – has got to pack some enticing punch with exciting attractions. From the rolling hillsides to the sunny beaches, breathtaking historical artifacts and abundant opportunity for island hopping off and about the shoreline, Croatia is jam packed full of attractions, and has good reason to top many tourists’ lists.
One of the most alluring places to visit in Croatia is the city of Split. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Diocletian Palace in Split dates back to the third century AD, and is a remarkable example of the architecture of that period, developed under Roman rule. Split is also the regional capital of the Dalmatian Coast, thus named for the spotty archipelago of countless islands, each one of which promises its own unique form of paradise.
Moving along to Dubrovnik, the principle attraction is the Old City. As with many European cities, the true attraction lies in the well-preserved historical architecture and ambience that was once the entirety of the city, but now is just a small section in comparison to how the city has grown. Fortunately, a flavor of Dubrovnik’s old quarter does emanate outward, but it is really only worth your time to stay within these walls – and upon the walls – especially if you are only visiting for a day or so. That said, we recommend that you scour everything, and “secure the perimeter” by walking along and visiting key points along the old city walls, which hearken to the colonial, mercantile, and bellicose past of this excitingly historical city.
Zagreb is Croatia’s capital and should not be missed under any circumstances. Rich with fascinating sights to see, Zagreb offers a diverse pallet of exciting sightseeing points of interest to choose from. For lovers of historical architecture, the Church of Saint Marc is a beautiful piece recently renovated in the 1800’s, but originally constructed in the 1200’s. A truly fascinating and educational attraction is the renowned archaeological museum of Zagreb, which is a way for guests to, through artifacts, quickly develop a much more profound understanding of the Roman and Greek influence which is strong in Croatia – just north of Greece and across the thin Adriatic Sea from the coast of Italy.
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