The ancient city of Andautonia still has the main street paved with stones, arcades and colonnade bases, thermae, hallways and drains, the central heating system, and a semicircular pool. Inside the buildings, visitors will see wall paintings and fragments of mosaics. Having explored the remains of the Roman city, guests are welcome to visit the beautiful St. Martin Church and then head to Scitarjevo village in …
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Lamb is a traditional ingredient in the national cuisine, and so there are many delicacies containing this meat. Chefs claim that local lamb is so delicious because of a special feeding. Lambs often eat a particular herb that has a salty taste, and that results in an unusual meat taste. Istarski Prsut is a delicious and hearty dish. Locals slice a smoked gammon of bacon and serve it on a big plate with fresh …
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Croats make up the majority of local population. Other notable ethnic groups are Serbs, Hungarians, Bosnians, and Slovenes. The majority of people are Roman Catholics even though not all of them visit church. Tourists who visit Croatia for the first time might notice that locals talk loudly to each other. That doesn’t mean they are arguing – that is just a normal way of talking in the city. It is also …
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In the vicinity of the city is the ancient Lukavec-Citadel Castle, which will also inevitably interest history buffs. This beautiful castle has preserved not only its unique appearance, but also the inner atmosphere of past centuries. It contains a collection of works of art and other interesting antiques. A picturesque park surrounds the castle, a walk along which will also give a lot of impressions. One of …
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Many adherents of eco-tourism and travelers who are not indifferent to the traditions of past years give preference to Rooms Bijela Ruza. The main feature of its interior is the predominance of natural materials. Spacious rooms with parquet flooring feature beautiful light-wood furniture and eco-friendly fabrics of natural shades. The home-like cozy atmosphere in the rooms is created thanks to beautiful lamps and …
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5. Croatian is the official language of the country, but the staff at the majority of restaurants and hotels speaks English and German.
6. Local telephone services are quite expensive, so savvy travelers are advised to head to a post office in order to make an international phone call. Local cellular services are amazing, so travelers might prefer to buy a sim card by one of the local mobile phone …
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Croatia - moving around the country
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Zadar Airport is one of the oldest in Croatia. It receives flights from most European countries. Its carrying capacity is in the range of three hundred thousand a year. It is located less than 10 kilometers from the city of Zadar. To get to the city’s bus station, you can use the buses of various carriers. It is worth noting that only this airport has a business terminal. You can find on its territory, special lounges for those who want to relax before or after the flight. In addition, there is a Duty Free shop, bank branches, a medical center, cafes and restaurants, and parking.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Croatia
Croatia is a deeply religious country. Therefore, holidays associated with religion, enjoy a special attitude. The main holiday of the Catholic world of Croatia is Easter. Its date is not fixed and, every year, it changes. The next day after Easter, Monday, is a non-working day, which speaks of the special importance of the holiday for the Croats. Women bake cakes and serve festive tables; relatives give each other memorable gifts. There are solemn church processions and gastronomic fairs on the streets of many cities. Another spectacular religious holiday is the feast of the Divine body and blood. It’s taking place on the 54th day after Easter. On this day, churches also organize solemn processions with holy gifts through the streets of the city or around churches. On December 25, Croatia, like other Catholic countries, celebrates Christmas. This holiday is considered a family one. On the Christmas Eve, the whole family gathers at a big table. The main dish of the feast is baked carp. There must be different sweets on the festive Christmas table. Already in early December, there are fairs in the central areas of the cities. There, you can buy small souvenirs and gifts for the holiday. The fairs are colorful. They also feature theatrical performances and folk festivals. It is customary to discuss plans for the next year. After dinner, the Croats often go to the temples for Christmas services. The New Year celebration in Croatia is also accompanied by mass festivities. It is customary to gather in the central squares where the best view of the festive salute opens.
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