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Šibenik tourist boardFausta Vrancica 18Tel/fax: 022 212 075: 200 [email protected]

www.sibenik-tourism.hr



PRACTICAL INFO HOT DESTINATIONS

ITINERARY WHAT TO EXPERIENCE

Table of Contents



PRACTICAL INFO

ABOUT CROATIA

HISTORY

POLITICAL STRUCTURE

GETTING ARROUND

CLIMATEIMPORTANT NUMBERS



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ABOUT CROATIAIn Croatia, where the Mediterranean, the mountainsand the Pannonian plains come together in a uniqueharmony of natural beauty, within just a little morethan a hundred kilometres, you can come across excit-ingly different landscapes.

Capital:Currency:

Area:Population:Language:

Religion:

Electricity:Calling Code:

Internet:Time Zone:

Zagreb(HRK)

56,542 sq km4,493,312 (July 2007 est.)Croatian 96%, other 4% (including Serbian,Italian, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak...)Roman Catholic 87.8%, Orthodox 4.4%,Muslim 1.3%, other 10.1%230V/50Hz (European plug)+385TLD .hrUTC +1



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HISTORYThe lands that today comprise Croatia were a partof the Austro-Hungarian Empire until World War I. In1918, the Croats, Serbs, and Slovenes formed a king-dom known after 1929 as Yugoslavia. Following WorldWar II, Yugoslavia became a federal independent Com-munist state under the strong hand of Marshal TITO.

Although Croatia declared its independence from Yu-goslavia in 1991, it took four years of sporadic, butoften bitter, ghting before occupying Serb armieswere mostly cleared from Croatian lands. Under UNsupervision, the last Serb-held enclave in eastern Sla-vonia was returned to Croatia in 1998. In April 2009,Croatia joined NATO; it is a candidate for eventual EUaccession.



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POLITICAL STRUCTURERespecting the will of Croatian people and all citizensexpressed on free elections, the Republic of Croatia isorganized and developed as a sovereign and demo-cratic state which guarantees the equality, liberty andthe rights of men and citizen, and promotes their eco-nomic and cultural progress and social welfare.

Croatia is a unitary, indivisible, democratic and socialstate. In the Republic of Croatia rule derives from thepeople and belongs to the community of free andequal citizens.

President of Croatia - Ivo JosipovićcPrime Minister - Zoran Milanovic



Practical infoGETTING ARROUND

You can get to Croatia by air transport from all majorEuropean airports and catch a “connecting ight” forsome of the airports in Croatia.

Croatia Airlines has several direct ights from Am-sterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, London, Munich, Paris,Prague, Rome, Sarajevo, Skopje, Tel Aviv, Vienna andZurich. For details, visit www.croatiaairlines.com.

Other major European airlines that y to Croatia are:Lufthansa, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines, Air France, CSA,LOT, British Airways, Air Lingus, Air Estonian and Nor-wegian air.

Cheap ights: cheap airlines that y to Croatia: Easyjet,FlyGlobespan, FlyThomasCook, InterSky, OnAir, Ry-anair, SkyEurope, Thomson Fly, Ryanair and TUIFly.

BY PLANE

Zagreb airportDubrovnik airport

Split airportZadar airportRijeka airport

Pula airportOsijek airport

Croatia airlinesRyan air

http://www.zagreb-airport.hr/

http://www.airport-dubrovnik.hr/

http://www.split-airport.hr/

http://www.zadar-airport.hr/

http://www.rijeka-airport.hr/

http://www.airport-pula.hr/

http://www.osijek-airport.hr/

http://www.croatiaairlines.com/hr

http://www.ryanair.com/

http://www.ryanair.com/

http://www.croatiaairlines.com/hr

http://www.osijek-airport.hr/

http://www.airport-pula.hr/

http://www.rijeka-airport.hr/

http://www.zadar-airport.hr/

http://www.split-airport.hr/

http://www.airport-dubrovnik.hr/

http://www.zagreb-airport.hr/



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You can travel Croatia by train from anywhere in Eu-rope to Zagreb, Pula, Rijeka , Split and all other majorCroatian cities except Dubrovnik.

Direct trains run from Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovi-na, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Serbia, Slovakia,Slovenia and Switzerland. Express services run fromZagreb to major cities including Berlin, Budapest, Mu-nich, Venice and Vienna.

ćMORE INFORMATION:For more specic time tables please visithttp://www.hznet.hr, call +385 60 333 444or sendan email to [email protected]

BY TRAIN

Croatian railwayEurorail passInterrail pass

GETTING ARROUND

http://http//www.hznet.hr,

http://[email protected]/

http://http//www.hznet.hr/Default.aspx?sec=282

http://http//www.eurail.com/eurail-passes/one-country-pass/croatia

http://http//www.interrailnet.com/interrail-passes/one-country-pass/croatia

http://http//www.interrailnet.com/interrail-passes/one-country-pass/croatia

http://http//www.eurail.com/eurail-passes/one-country-pass/croatia

http://http//www.hznet.hr/Default.aspx?sec=282

http://[email protected]/

http://http//www.hznet.hr,



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The bus service in Croatia is rst class: there is evena bus connection between the smallest villages in thecountry. There are express buses that cover longerdistances and which are reasonably comfortable. Bustravel is also inexpensive, and the new motorways inparts of the country have reduced journey times con-siderably. In almost every larger town, there is a busstation (Autobusna Stanica) where tickets are soldand timetables are clearly displayed.

Some advice that you mind nd useful if you aretraveling in Croatia by bus:

• BUY TICKETS IN ADVANCE• PAYING FOR LUGGAGE

• IF TRAVELLING TO DUBROVNIK KEEP YOURPASSPORT HANDY

BY BUS

Zagreb bus station and timetables

GETTING ARROUND

http://www.akz.hr/

http://www.akz.hr/



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CLIMATENorthern Croatia has a temperate continental climatewhereas the central and upland regions have a moun-tainous climate. The entire Adriatic coast has a pleas-ant Mediterranean climate.

Spring and autumn are mild along the coast, whilewinter is cold and snowy in central and northern re-gions.

The average temperature inland in January rangesfrom -10 to 5°C, August 19 to 39°C. The average tem-

perature at the seaside is higher: January 6 to 11°C,August 21 to 39°C.

Check weather online

http://http//www.weatheronline.co.uk/Croatia.htm

http://http//www.weatheronline.co.uk/Croatia.htm



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IMPORTANT NUMBERS

EMERGENCY

112192 - Police

194 - Ambulance193 - Fire9155 - Search and rescue at sea1987 - Road help

Ministry of Foreign andEuropean affairs

http://http//www.mfa.hr/MVP.asp?pcpid=1612






HOT DESTINATIONS

ZAGREB

PULA

RIJEKA

ZADAR

ŠIBENIKSPLIT

DUBROVNIK

KARLOVAC

VARAŽDIN



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ZagrebZagreb is a vibrant city of around 800,000 people(metropolitan area: 1,200,000). The city boasts acharming medieval ‘old city’ with architecture and cob-

bled streets reminiscent of Vienna, Budapest, Pragueand other Central-European capitals.

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MUST VISITSLEEP

MUST SEE

EAT OUTPUBS & BARS

Zagreb tourist board

CLUBS INTERNET

http://http//www.zagreb-touristinfo.hr/?l=e




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ZagrebZagreb has a well-developed and efcient public trans-port system that consists of trams, buses and trains.

The tram network operates 24 hours a day - from4AM to 12AM there are 15 “day-time lines” (tram lines1-9, 11-15 and 17), and from 12AM to 4AM there are4 “night” lines (tram lines 31-34) which cover most of

the day-time lines on a reduced (around 30-40 min-ute) frequency.

Occasionally, buses replace trams on night lines. Tramline 3 does not operate Saturdays, Sundays and onpublic holidays. There are maps of the tram lines on

almost every stop, so if you know the nearest stop toyour destination you can simply gure out the shortesttrip while you’re at the stop.

As for the buses, there are 113 day-time and 4 night

lines. ZET buses cover the area outside the city cent-er, as well as some neighboring towns that adminis-tratively belong to Zagreb county. The buses use thesame ticketing system as the trams and cost 12kn.

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ZagrebThe Zagreb Cathedral

MUST SEE

The most monumental and stylistically most elo-quent Neogothic architectural work in the areasoutheast of the Alps.

St. Francis ChurchOne nevel church, though of impressive measures,

carries all simplycity and harmony of the EarlyGothic Franciscan churches.

St. Mark’s ChurchBuild on Romanesque foundations, nished as athree nave type church makes a unique Goth-

ic whole. The south portal is the most eloquentsculptural achievement in this part of Europe.

The Lotrscak TowerOnce the major town tower, today the hallmark ofZagreb and with the cathedral the most attractive

town view.



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The Palace of HAZUFriedrich Schmidt, 1877 - 1980, built in the forms

of Italian Renaissance, adepted to new technicalconditions and functional space requirements. Itis only palace (in the real sense of the word) inZagreb.

The Croatian National Theater

Architectural Atelier Fellner and Helmer, 1894-95,rst project 1881, neobaroque. Belongs to series ofrepresentative theaters built in the historical stylesthroughout the cities of Central and Eastern Eu-rope.

The State ArchivesRudolf Lubynski, 1913, by the uniqueness of its ar-chitecture and ornametation represents one of themost beautiful examples of Secession (Art Nou-veau) architecture in Croatia.

St. Blasius ChurchViktor Kovacic, 1912-1913, constructed on thegroundplan scheme of the Greek cross, withstrong volume gradation and dominant reinforcedconcrete dome, the church is the most signicantsacral building of modern age in Croatia.



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Holy Mary’s column with angels and fountainAnton Dominik Fernkorn, 1865., fountain by Her-

man Bollé 1880-1882. Placed in front of the ca-thedral - characteristic urbanistic feature of Kaptol

Josip Juraj StrossmayerIvan Meštrovićc, 1926., Strossmayer Square. Monu-ment designed as strong plastic sign with promi-nent outlines.

Ban Josip JelacicAntun Dominik Fernkorn, 1866., Ban Josip Jelaić Square (moved because of ideological reason in1947, but was returned to the same place in 1990).First monumental public sculpture in Zagreb.

Antun Gustav MatošIvan Kožarić, 1978., Strossmayer promenade. Firstmonument stepping out of traditional trends.

The well of lifeIvan Meštrovic, 1905., exhibited in 1912 (architectIgnjat Fischer), in front of Croatian National Theat-er. First monument of the new aesthetic.

August ŠenoaMarija Ujevic, 1987., Vlaška street. Classical experi-ence and modern associations.



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ZrinjevacThe monument King Tomislav by Frangeš and the

Art Pavilion, rst building erected for artistic pur-pose, and magnicent cathedral are among themost representative Croatian views.

DolacThe central Zagreb market created in the heart

of Zagreb pervaded with baroque elements andmodern solutions.

St. Mark’s SquareThe center of the most pictoresque square in Za-greb, the St. Mark’s church was town0s parish and

parliament (Croatian parliament) church.Park Maksimir with the Viewpoint

Several paths through the woods that spreadaround the central hill in stalike manner make theview point the important building of the Romanic

landscape art.The Arcades of Mirogoj cemetery

Arcades with domes, the Church of Christ the Kingand mortuary, make a ne example of urbanisticfunction in architecture.



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ZagrebArchaeological Museum

MUST VISIT

Address: Trg N. S. Zrinskog 19

Phone: +385 1 48-73-101E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.amz.hr

Croatian Architecture MuseumAddress: I. G. Kovacica 37Phone: +385 1 48-34-551

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://info.hazu.hr/hrvatski_muzej_arhitekture

Croatian History MuseumAddress: Matoseva 9Phone: +385 1 48-51-900E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site: http://www.hismus.hr

Croatian Naive Art MuseumAddress: Sv. Cirila i Metoda 3Phone: +385 1 48-51-911E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.hmnu.org



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Croatian Natural History MuseumAddress: Demetrova 1

Phone: +385 1 48-51-700E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.hpm.hr

Ethnographic MuseumAddress: Trg Mazuranica 14Phone: +385 1 48-26-220

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.emz.hr

Museum of Arts and CraftsAddress: Trg marsala Tita 10Phone: +385 1 48 82 111E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site: http://www.muo.hrMuseum of Broken Relationships

Address: Cirilometodska 2Phone: +385 1 48-51-021E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.brokenships.com

Museum of Contemporary ArtAddress: Avenija Dubrovnik 17Phone: +385 1 60-52-700E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.msu.hr

Tehnical MuseumAddress: Savska cesta 18Phone: +385 1 48-44-050E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.tehnicki-muzej.hr



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The Mimara MuseumAddress: Rooseveltov trg 5

Phone: +385 1 48-28-100E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.mimara.hr

Zagreb City MuseumAddress: Opaticka 20Phone: +385 1 48-51-361; 48-51-362

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.mgz.hr



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ZagrebZagreb offers a profusion of culinary delights, draw-ing inspiration from both the Northern and Southernplains of Croatia, the Adriatic region, as well as fromthe legacy of the Ottoman, Hungarian and AustrianEmpires.

Stodge up on surprisingly tasty potato and veggie

dishes, or go all epicurean with seafood treats, curedhams and ne cheeses ñ the choice is yours! Spicethat up with an increasing number of swanky interna-tional restaurants and youíve got a bona de recipefor success.

Good restaurants can be found in the city center nearCvijetni trg, Tkalciceva ulica and Ilica. Fast food is avail-able on almost every corner - If you are homesick, youcan get McDonald’s or Surf&Fries potatoes, even veg-gie fast food is available in Gundulićceva, right across

Archaeological Museum.

In Arena Zagreb Shopping center, you can eat inter-

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national food like Mexican, Japanese, Arabic; evenAmerican KFC is available there.

Although food can be expensive in restaurants, thereare plenty of budget restaurants that offer authenticCroatian food for less money. We recommend you tovisit a small, but friendly restaurant Vallis Aurea, whichis located right beneath Uspinjaca in Tomiceva ulica.And remember - while in Croatia; make sure you tryCroatian beer. Ožujsko, Pan, Karlovacko, Osijecko andVelebitsko beer are one of the best Croatian beers. Ifyou want something to freshen you up, then there isRadler - avored beer.

Dobar tek!



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ZagrebSLEEPPalmers Lodge Zagreb, Branimirova 25, Zagreb

Brand new property situated perfectly 300m from the main

train station, 700m from the main bus station, and within5 minutes walking distance to all major tourist attractions.Dorm bed: 15 EUR (115 kuna)

Buzz HostelFurnished with modern, ikea furniture. Also a location inSplit. Dorm bed: 120 kuna.

Chillout Hostel Zagreb, Fra Andrije Kacica Miošića 3b,A brand new hostel in the city centre, free linen, free towels,free wi, 0-24h bar and reception Dorm bed: 97-127 kuna

Fulir Hostel Zagreb2 rooms, including a 12-bed dorm. Great place to meet peo-ple, but can be a wait to use the bathroom

Funk Lounge, Ivana Rendićca 28bFunk lounge is a perfect and nice place for you to stay in Za-greb! Dormare available from: 13 EUR, private from: 20 EUR

Hobo Bear Hostel, Meduliceva 4,A cozy hostel very near the town center. There is a base-

ment hang out lounge with a TV, including cable and manyDVDs, as well as free (fast) internet and computers. Freelinens and blankets, and there is also a well stocked kitchenfacility. Dorm bed: 105 kuna.



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Hostel Carpe Diem, Milana Sufaya 3A cozy hostel very near the town center. Dorm bed: 80 kuna

Hostel Lika, Pašmanska 17Small and cozy hostel a bit out of the city center.Dorm bed: 100 kuna

Nokturno Hostel, Skalinska 2a,Free internet access, free linens and towels.Dorm bed: 130 kuna; Single: 200 kuna

Logistics Youth Centre, Jakuševeka 87The space has 10 rooms, lobby with replace, dining room,kitchen and a cinema hall, where you can stream moviesfrom your laptop. The most interesting part is the terracewith space for tents and 30 seats. Located further fromdowntown, but the center has its own bus which runs asneeded.

Ravnice Youth Hostel, I. Ravnice 38dNice and warm hostel located near Maksimir park. 3 minuteson foot to tram station. Near city center.

Old Town Zagreb Hostel, Dordiceva 24

Nice and warm hostel near city center. Dorm bed: 100 kuna



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ZagrebBARS AND PUBSFunk club, Tkalciceva 52

Cafe / bar that offers various music night programmes in

the basement (moslty alternative, dj-s, world music) andspacial backpacker evenings.

Kino Gric, JurišicevaNewly re-decorated old cinema. Hosts movies, festivals, mu-sic nights and Zagreb’s hipster crowd.

Mali Medo, Tkalciceva,Offers a good choice of local beer and food. Indoors smokingprohibited. Has a terrace facing Tkalciceva street.

Melin, Tkalciceva,A cheap bar brimming with young people and students. Of-fers indoors, a roofed terraced leveled seating and an open

terrace facing Tkalciceva street.Oliver Twist, Tkalciceva,

A choice of good Irish beer with a great atmosphere. Bigsummer terrace in front.

Bar Plan B, Tkalciceva 84,A cafe/wine bar/sports bar. Attracts a mix of locals and

tourists. You can expect music from every genre, and dec-ade, from Jazz to Alternative/Indie



It’s a mustCroatia is famous for its cof-fee drinking habits. Time stops,friends get together, it is just

one of a kind experience.



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CLUBSAquarius, Aleja Matije Ljubeka bb (Jarun Lake)

Saturday night is drum’n’bass & dancehall music, Friday is

hip-hop/r’n’b night. Good concerts.Boogaloo, Ulica Grada Vukovara 68

Good electronic music. A bit expensive but worth seeing.Bar, restaurant and disco.

BP Club, Nikole Tesle 7Open daily from 10 PM to 2AM. Jazz and blues lovers should

check it out.

Funk club, Tkalciceva 52Very good atmosphere, lots of character, cheap and tastyRakija shoots and excellent electronic music: funky, electro, jazz, d’n’b, house, dubstep!

KSET, Unska 3A popular student club. Offers various indie and alternativeprogrammes every night of the week. Entrance prices from10kn (students) to 45/60kn for concerts.

Purgeraj, Park RibnjakOffers mostly rock, blues and alternative music. Daily happy

hour when you get two drinks for the price of one. Some-times hosts concerts.

Dublin pub, MaksimirskaNice and warm Irish pub with soking and non-smoking area

Leggerio, MaksimirskaA chain of coffee shops all over Zagreb. Great atmosphereand good fun.



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Sirup, Donje Svetice 40Interesting interior and atmosphere. Good electronic music.A bit expensive entrance fees, but worth seeing.

The Best, Jarunska 5Largest club in Zagreb. Mainly dance style music.

The Jazz Club, GundulicevaOpen daily. Jazz, blues, and funk bands, often from other

countries.Roko & Akademija, Jarunska 5

Very good atmosphere, 2 oors - 2 different clubs in samespace. Good concerts.

Medika, Pierottijeva 11A local alternative club/legalized squat usually loaded with

people during weekends, playing various music genres untilthe early morning. Best croatian beers for 10 kunas.

Mocvara, PrisavljeA local alternative club (rock, punk, metal, indie)with variousconcerts and theme nights/programmes. Sometimes hostsfestivals, young indie talent concerts, movie nights, ect.

SAX!, Palmoticeva 22/2A great place to enjoy live music of a wide array of stylesincluding blues, jazz, rock and pop.



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ZagrebINTERNETArt Internet Caffee, Tkalciceva 18

In this modern and comfortable bar you can enjoy a ne

selection of beverages as well as a large variety of computerservices.

Aquarius net, Kralja Držislava 4Nice and warm internet caffee.

Mama, Preradoviceva 18,It is one of the coolest and cheapest cyber cafes in the city.They charge 10kn (1.36E) per hour or you can pay by theminute. Wireless connection, Skype, cool juices and coffeeare available.

MMC Zagreb, Gajeva 17“MMC” is an internet point (Gaming & Surng & Call & Fax),situated in the very center of Zagreb (Gajeva 17), just a fewsteps from the Ban Jelacic square.

VIP, Cvijetni trg,Nice caffe with internet acces in city center.

TIP - Other places also have internet- some of them offer free WIFI if youstay and drink something.



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PulaPula is a nice town at the tip of the Istrian penin-sula, Croatia. Its history started about 3000 years agowhen it was built by Illyrians. Most tourists visit in the

summer months, with most tourist trips and restau-rants closing between October and May.

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MUST VISITSLEEP

MUST SEE

EAT OUTPUBS & BARS

Pula tourist board

http://www.pulainfo.hr/hr/



http://www.pulainfo.hr/hr/



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PulaFor local transport you can use the Taxi Service whichhas gotten cheaper since January 2012. There’s acompany offering taxi services now for 15-20kn/5km.Search for Taxi Cammeo on every phonebook, or hailone of their vehicles down.

Buses are known to be expensive (11kn per card, per

person, per ride), however, if you plan on using thePulapromet only, you should make yourself a BusCard.The BusCard is a electromagnetic ticket that you canll with money and then use cheaper bus rides. Theprice of a buscard is 30kn but they usually sell themfor 70kn since they are prelled with 40kn you can

use on the bus.

If you want to take a small backpack with you on anAutotrans bus, rst ask the driver if this is OK beforebuying the ticket.

All buses have a luggage area. The service is chargedseparately from the ticket and it usually costs 7kn.

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The Arena

MUST SEE

It is the 6th largest surviving Roman amphithea-tre. Towering over the nearby buildings this hugestructure was barely saved from destruction sev-eral times during its life, mostly by various Vene-tians with plans to take it to Venice stone by stoneas demonstration of the might of the Venetian

empire. Many stones were taken to build housesand other structures around Pula, but fortunatelythis practice was stopped before the whole struc-ture was destroyed. Entry (20 kn) gives you ac-cess to wander the inside of the Colosseum andvisit the caverns beneath. The audio tour is very

worthwhile.The Forum

It is is the main square in the center of the city.The square is built on the place of the ancient Ro-man forum. On the square there is city hall that

was built in 10th century (parts of an old templewere used for the building as it can be seen onthe rear side of the hall) and the Temple of August,from the rst century.

Pula



It’s a mustVisit the famous SergijevacaStreet which is Pula’s mainshopping street. There you can

buy everything – there aremany great shops, souvenirshops, restaurants, bars andgreat sweet shops.



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Golden gateOf of the entrances to the old Town

St. Francis church and monasterySmall charge - 7 kuna. A pleasant cloister and anoften exhibition place.

KaštelIt is a Castle from the 17th century features Istrian

history museum.

Malo rimsko kazališteLittle Roman theatre behind the Archeology mu-seum

Sailors’ cemetery1866. - about 150 000 soldiers of Austro-Hungar-ian nations were buried there.

Temple of AugustusThe Temple, situated in the Forum, is dedicated togoddess Roma and Emperor Augustus. It was con-

structed between the year 2 BC and AD 14 whenthe Emperor died.

Communal PalaceAt the time when Pula was a free municipality, apalace was erected in the Forum – the seat of the

municipal self-government.



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Floor mosaic “The Punishment of Dirce”After the bombing of World War II remains of Ro-

man houses with mosaics were found under theblock of houses around the Chapel of St. MariaFormosa.

Gate of HerculesIt stands between two, most probably medieval

towers, of simple construction built of uncarvedstone blocks.

Twin Gates and City WallsIn ancient and medieval times the whole city wassurrounded by walls and was entered through

about ten gates. The walls had become old andunnecessary so they were pulled down at thebeginning of the 19th century. Parts of the wallsbetween the Twin Gates and the Giardini squarehave been preserved until today.

Cathedral of the Assumption of the Bl. Virgin MaryWithin the city, along the main street that fromFlavia Street leads to the Forum, stands the Ca-thedral of Pula. It was built at the site where Chris-tians gathered already in the time of their perse-cution (until the 4th century).

The oldest preserved remains of the church wallfrom the beginning of the 4th century can be seenfrom outside



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Brijuni National parkThe Brijuni islands, found along the southwestern coast of

Istria, were proclaimed a national park in 1983. They coveran area of 2,700 acres, and total fourteen larger and smallislands, of which the largest are Veliki and Mali Brijuni.

Brijuni National Park is an oasis of the magnicent harmonybetween man, animal and plant life. There are almost 700plant species and about 250 bird species on the islands,

whereas the mild Mediterranean climate makes it a pleasanthealth resort. After leaving Fažana, the line of green islandsviewed from the boat, transforms into Veliki Brijun, the larg-est of the 14 islands.

The traces of dinosaurs, remains of Antiquity and later pe-

riods, achievements of modern times are all present in thisarea, whose development as an exclusive resort starts in1893 thanks to the “old Austrian”, the industrialist PaulKupelwieser, owner of the Brijuni Islands. This fashionable



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seaside resort and one of the leading health resorts start-ed developing and gaining popularity all over Europe andworldwide, but this unfortunately ended with the beginning

of World War I.

From then on Brijuni were mostly known for the politicalactivities of Marshal Josip Broz Tito, the president of formerYugoslavia, who arrived on Brijuni for the rst time in 1947.The usual, short introduction to Brijuni is a tour by tour-ist train that takes visitors through all the different naturalbeauties; through the safari park, by the Byzantine castrum,Roman residential villa in Verige Bay and many other in-teresting sights. Right by the harbor, close to hotels “Istra”,“Neptun” and “Karmen” is the church of St. German fromthe 15th century which houses an exhibit of Istrian frescoesand copies of Glagolitic monuments.

Information:Nationl park Brijuni, 52214 Brijunitel: +385 (0) 52 525 882, 525 883, 521 880e-mail: [email protected] www.brijuni.hr



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Museum of Contemporary Art of Istria

MUST VISIT

Address: St. Ivana 1, Pula

Phone: +385 52 423 205E-mail address: [email protected] site:

Archaeological Museum of IstriaAddress: Carrarina ulica 3Phone: +385 52 351-300, 351-303

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.ami-pula.hr/

Kunstkafe Cvajner (caffee shop)Address: Forum 2Phone: +385 52 216-502

Historical and Maritime Museum of IstriaAddress: Gradinski uspon 6Phone: +385 52 211-566E-mail address: [email protected] site: www.pmi.hr

Pula

Memorial room of Antonio SmaregliaAddress: Augustov prolaz 3Phone:E-mail address:Web site:



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The dining scene is highly developed in and aroundPula and provides excellent value for money. Yes, youcan eat meat but you’ll miss out on some world-classseafood.

Istria’s eventful past has left a signicant trace on itscuisine - the inuence of Italian, Central European, es-

pecially Austrian and Hungarian, as well as Slav cui-sine can also be felt in Pula’s restaurants that offer agreat variety of dishes where you can taste both sea-food dishes and also those from the interior of Istria.

So-called fritaja or scrambled eggs are traditional

dishes prepared in many ways, surely one of the mostpopular is fritaja with wild asparagus, wild growingplant rich in potassium, vitamin C, A and B. Fritaja isalso prepared with dried sausages, young onions, truf-es.... And each one is special in its own way.

In Pula you should also try maneštra, traditional thicksoup, the main ingredients of which are potatoes andbeans with pešt (bacon and garlic roux). This delicacy

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is even tastier when bobici (young corn) or crumbledcorn is added, and just as delicious with chickpeas and

barley. When cooking maneštra very often the bone ofIstrian prosciutto is put inside. Another specic taste isachieved if it is prepared with young fennel. Jota is avariety of maneštra in which, apart from the basic in-gredients of potatoes and beans, sauerkraut is added.

The inuence of Italian cuisine in Istria is best feltin different types of tasty pasta offered in Pula. Themost popular are fuži and gnocchi. Fuži are made witheggs, our and water. The mixture is then kneadedinto smooth dough, which is rolled out and cut into

rectangular shapes and then folded over.

Over the last few years Istria has become the leadingCroatian region in the production of top quality wines.Wine was once simply divided into red and white wine,but today in Pula’s wine shops you can also tasteBorgonja, Hrvatica, and other ne varieties known allover the world like Chardonnay, Grey and White Pinot,Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. However, the mostfamous Istrian wines are Malvasia and Teran.



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SLEEPHotel Riviera

The rooms are currently decked out with 1960s/70s ttings

(orange bedcovers, brown wooden panelling, lime greenphone), with the sparseness showing the lack of funds forupkeep. Having said all that, it’s clean, tidy, and comfortable.

Youth hostel and youth camćpNot such a nice looking place, but it is situated some tenmeters from the beach, so you can almost jump directly from

your bedroom right into the sea. (To get there, take bus 2afrom the city (3a to return) and get off at Zlatne Stijene thenfollow the signs.)

Villa Mihaela3 apartments for 2to4 persons.Each of the apartments hasa parking lot, and is equipped with air conditioner, SAT TV,

and all other appliances that will make your stay pleasant.Apartments Alexandra & Erika, Kozada 12/a, Štinjan

Attactive apartments in the proximity of the well knownBrijuni Islands national park. Air condition, SAT TV, fridgewith freezer, kitchen with all the accessories, cooking stove(electricity+gas), washing machine, balcony.

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Pula Art Hostel, Dominisova 3Small, family-run, newly refurbished art hostel in the centreof Pula. The hostel offers 2 fully equipped kitchens and bedsfor couples; grill on terrace.



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Apartments with Swimming pool Slivar, Samagher 173 modern fully equipped apartments for 2-6 persons in a

calm part of Pula 150m from the sea and 3km from thebeach. Apartments feature: SAT TV, microwave owen, coffeemachine, and two apartments also offer a wash machineand air condition.

Amteatar Hotel, Amteatarska 6Small modern hotel with en suite, at screen TV, A/C, free

WIFI and a top class restaurant.



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BARS AND PUBSBass, Sirolina 3

Cool and simple place located near city center.

Bounty pub, Veronska 8A buzzing English- style pub close to the covered market.

Rock Club Uljanik, Dobrilina 2A thriving venue for alternative rock concerts, in a disusedbuilding overlooking the shipyard, close to the city centre.

Uliks, Trg Portarata 1A popular little bar looking onto the Triumphal Arch of theSergi. It’s next door to the house where James Joyce oncelived, hence the life-size sculpture of the writer himself sit-ting outside.

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Shook, Mihovilova sirina 4

Chill out cafe/bar with electronic beat in a busy passageway.15 kn a pint



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RijekaRijeka is a city in Kvarner. It is the principal seaport ofCroatia, located on Kvarner Bay, an inlet of the Adriat-ic Sea. It has 128,735 inhabitants (2011) with greater

city area reaching up to 200,000 and is Croatia’sthird largest city.

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RijekaMost of Rijeka is accessible on foot, and trafc is actu-ally banned on Korzo in the heart of the city.

For those that are further away from the city or tired,an efcient local bus network operates operating ina single-direction, circular movement around the cen-tral city area, and fanning out in all directions. Buses

#2 and #8, to Trsat, are probably the most useful fortourists, and a good alternative to the 538 stair climbto the top of the hill.

Rijeka has a cheap and well organized Taxi service,they will get you anywhere in the city for approximate-

ly €10 or less.

Taxi Cammeo will get you to Opatija for arround €10,or to Lovran for as low as €13.

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St. Mary of the Assumption churchand the Leaning tower

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Saint Mary of the Assumption Church is locatedalong the Roman decumanus road, close to theeastern edge of the former city walls and close tothe rst port on the Rijecina River. The public citythermal spa complex could be found in this area in

1st century, and a new one was built on the samesite at the beginning of 4th century. Above theentrance to the bell-tower, popularly known as the“leaning tower” thanks to its visible propensity, theyear 1377 is engraved whilst the church was onlymentioned in documents for the rst time in 15thcentury.

St. Jeronimo’s ChurchSt Jeronimo’s Church and the area of the currentDominican monastery, are part of the large Augus-tinian monastery complex founded in 1315 by the

feudal rulers of Rijeka, the Devinski counts, andwas terminated throughout the rst half of 15thcentury by their successors, the Walsee barons.

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It’s a mustIf you sit on the port just farenough from city crowds, youcan watch the most amazingsunset in Kvarner while the

waves are crashing, and thelights from the Ferris wheel arereecting on the Adriatic sea.



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Capuchin church of Our Lady of LourdesThe Capuchin church of Our Lady of Lourdes was

built from 1904 until 1929 in accordance withplans by engineers Giovanni Maria Curet and Cor-nelio Budinich.

The Our Lady of Trsat SanctuaryThe Our Lady of Trsat Sanctuary is the largest cen-

tre of pilgrimage in western Croatia. Its creation isconnected to the tradition regarding the magicaltransport of the Nazareth house and its stay onTrsat (1291-1294). The prince of Krk, Nikola I, soonafter the Lady’s house was moved to Loreto, builtthe rst, small church on the site where the house

on Trsat was located.Rijeka’s Old town

Beyond the City tower, which is the passable en-trance to the ancient main city doors and oncewas the entrance to medieval Rijeka from the

coast, you will nd yourselves in Rijeka’s old town.The Governor’s Palace

Construction of the Governor’s Palace began in1892 during the period of Governor Lajos Bat-thyány’s rule. Today, the Maritime and HistoricalMuseum of the Croatian Littoral can be found atthe palace founded in 1961 which contains a mari-time, cultural and historical, ethnographical andarchaeological department.



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St. Vitus CathedralRijeka’s St. Vitus Cathedral is the only Baroque

rotunda of monumental dimensions built on Croa-tian land.

KorzoThe main street of Rijeka’s life. THere are plenty ofcaffees and restaurants to explore.

The Old Gateway or Roman ArchThis Principia was the main centre, supply baseand the starting point of the Alpine enclosure, com-posed of scores of kilometers of protective walls,turrets, guard-houses and larger fortications usu-

ally on high ground which were able to signal toone another, all built with the aim of blocking bar-barian incursions towards Italy, the centre of theRoman Empire.

Palace of Justice

The existing urban-architectural complex is pri-marily Secession in style, constructed at the be-ginning of the 20th century after a feudal castle,located at the site of today’s Palace of Justice,was demolished.

City TowerGradski Toranj (City Tower), a symbol of Rijeka, isa good example of a typical round tower access-point, which lead into the fortied town.



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StendaracOriginally it was located in front of the old City Hall

on Koblerov trg Square, but over the years it hasoften changed its location.

The City marketThe main city market was built at the end of the19th century by the sea shore. Construction took

place thanks to shermen who set their catchashore precisely on that spot.

The Rijeka synagogueThe Rijeka synagogue is the successor of the hos-pitable facility from 1903 which disappeared in

the Second World War. Although it is located justa few hundred metres from the one that disap-peared, the synagogue that is today used by thecity’s Jewish community greeted the end of thewar without being damaged.



www.astronomski-centar-rijeka.hr

It’s a mustWhile in Rijeka make sure youvisit Astronomical Centre Rijeka,the only astronomical centrein Croatia and region with thestate-of-art digital planetarium.



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Maritime and historical museum

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Address: Muzejski trg 1

Phone: +385 51 21 35 78E-mail address: [email protected] site: www.ppmhp.hr

Natural history museumAddress: Lorenzov prolaz 1Phone: +385 51 553 669

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.prirodoslovni.com

Rijeka city museumAddress: Muzejski trg 1/1Phone: +385 51 336 711E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site: www.muzej-rijeka.hr

Modern and contemporary art museumAddress: Korzo 24Phone: +385 51 492 611E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.mmsu.hr

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Peek & Poke - Museum of old ComputersAddress: Dubrovaka 6

Phone: +385 91 780 5709E-mail address:Web site: http://www.peekpoke.hr

Thesaurus and gallery of our lady of TrsatAddress: Frankopanski trg 12Phone: +385 51 452 900

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.trsat-svetiste.com

Memorial library and the Mažuranic-Brlic collectionAddress: Pecine 5Phone: +385 91 512 7254E-mail address:

Web site: http://www.villaruzic.hrPermanent glagolitic alphabet exhibition

Address: Dolac 1, Rijeka UniviersityPhone:E-mail address:Web site:

Astronomical Centre RijekaAddress: Sveti križ 33Phone: +385 51 455 700E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.astronomski-centar-rijeka.hr

Kantrida Swimming Pools

Address: Podkoludricu ulica 2Phone: +385 51 666 600E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.rijekasport.hr



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Rijeka’s old style cuisine is recommended around theworld and has become part of the menus of some ofthe most renowned restaurants. One of the main char-acteristics of Mediterranean cuisine is a regular con-sumption of sh. Rijeka’s restaurants offer you theirspecialities prepared with this top-quality food.

Visiting restaurants is one of the most pleasant waysof getting to know new places, and Rijeka offers manyof them. Taste their sh, meat and vegetarian dishesas well as their exotic specialities.

Experience the relaxed atmosphere of Rijeka’s taverns

which in a typical local environment will offer you theirspecialties at moderate prices.

Among the many other facilities offering this mostwell-known dish for all tastes, you will receive your

slice of pizza but will also be offered other delicaciessuch as pasta prepared in a variety of ways.

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SLEEPKantrida Hostelry, Bujska 10

The Kantrida Hostelry is located 5 kilometres from the cen-

tre of Rijeka, on the main road leading to Opatija. It belongsto the semi-opened category type. It is mainly used by theemployees and subcontractors of the 3. Maj shipyard andvacant rooms are also offered to passers-by.

Hostel Ana, Riva Boduli 7The modernly designed rooms, hospitable staff and a relax-

ing lounge atmosphere offered by this hostel will provide youwith an unforgettable holiday.

Hostel Aston, Žabica 5The Hostel Aston is located at Rijeka’s bus station itself andis only one minute’s walk away from the main Korzo prom-enade. All rooms have a view over the Capuchin Church.

Lounge hostel Carnevale, Jadranski trg 1There are 6 double bedrooms and 2 four-bedded rooms aswell as a further2 bedrooms with 6 and 8 beds and 5 mod-ernly and completely furnished private bathrooms at yourdisposal.

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Rijeka Youth hostel, Šetalište XIII. divizije 23The Omladinski hostel Rijeka is located around a hundredmetres from the sea, in one of the most beautiful locationsof the city, at Peine, just 5 minutes by bus from the city cen-tre (it will take you 15 minutes on foot).



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BARS AND PUBSPalach club, Kružna ulica 1

Legendary place in Rijeka dedicated to alternative sound

and way of life is one of the most popular spots for young-sters during the evening and weekend nights.

River pub, Frana Supila 12One of the best nights out in Rijeka. (jazz, rock, karaoke..)

Buddha bar, Riva 12aDrinks, eats and vogueing till late.

Phanas pub, Popovica 2A big hit with the local crowd, Phanas plays mostly commer-cial dance. Huge bar, jet-setty drinks.

Kosi toranj, Pul Vele Crikve 1Simple, small ceffee shop. Nice place to spend some time.

Capitano, Adamiceva 3A classy and yuppieed pub, open late every day.

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Nina boat club, Riva (boat)Climb aboard and stumble off - ‘Nina’ the bar on a boat! Thisis a great place to hang out during the day (They do goodfood too) and at night it really livens up. You get a great viewof the city and the harbour whilst relaxing on the deck of theship with a nice imported beer.



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CLUBSDisco Seven, Opatija

Perhaps the most stylish summer discoteque in Opatija isDisco Seven, located right on the beach next to HemingwayBar. House is typically the music du jour.

Stereo dvorana,Hotel Neboder, Strossmayerova 1

Head up the right bank of the Rjeina river towards Rijeka’shistoric industrial core, and on the right you’ll see a shed-like structure which hardly looks like the kind of place tond Place. But sure enough, this is it, the heart of the city’salternative rock scene. There’s a live band on at least onenight a week, and a DJ plays otherwise. Scuzzy and friendly,

Place is a bit of a gem.

Mali Caffe, Korzo (accros shoping center Ri)Small, nice and gay friendly coffe shop with a nice teras

faced the main Rijeka street Korzo. They offer the best coffein town and staff is really friendy.

Monokini, Opatija (12km from Rijeka)If you’re beginning to tire of Opatija’s haughty belle-epoqueself-image then it’s high time you headed for Monokini,where sixties’ inspired furniture and sculptural light ttings

provide a this-is-not-the-riviera-of-old sense of pop-art mo-dernity.

Lovranski Pub, Lovran (17km from Rijeka)The best sandwisches in whole region! Simply a “Must visitplace if you are in Rijeka” Bus 32 is going from Rijeka toLovran and back.



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ZadarZadar is a city in Croatia on the Adriatic Sea. It is thecentre of Zadar county and the wider northern Dalma-tian region. Zadar is a historical center of Dalmatia as

well as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdioceseof Zadar.

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ZadarThe centre is easy enough to get around on foot. Toreach the bus and train stations or Youth Hostel youwill probably need to catch one of the frequent localbuses, which are the only form of public transporta-tion.Buses in Zadar are relatively new and well maintained,and you will be able to catch a bus to any part of the

city from the main hub in the city called Mala Pošta(Little Post Ofce); ask any local where this is andthey can direct you to it. A bus ticket in one directioncosts 8 kuna (cca. US$1.60) while a two way ticketcosts 13 kuna (cca. US$2.50). However, 2 way ticketsare only available for purchase at newspaper stands,

although they are easy to nd. One way tickets areavailable for purchase upon entering any bus.

Do not attempt to board a bus without a ticket, with-out purchasing a ticket or avoiding stamping a bus

ticket. Bus drivers in Zadar are notoriously militantabout enforcing payment, and you could get into trou-ble.

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Old Town

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Walk around the atmospheric streets of the oldtown, located on the peninsula. There are 34 oldchurches situated on the peninsula, and all of themwith a very rich history. The oldest is St. Simeon(Sv. Šime).

St. Donat’s Church

St. Donat’s church is one of the best preservedpre-Romanesque buildings in the world. It is prettydifcult to miss, as it has become the most recog-nizable symbol of Zadar. The church is no longerin use for religious ceremonies, and today is a mu-seum. It also holds a series of classical music con-certs every summer.

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The Roman ForumOne of the best preserves Roman Forums in exist-ence. This is a common place for locals to stroll, sitdown amongst the ruins and enjoy a nice summer

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St. AnastasiaZadar’s main cathedral with an impressive organ

that was nearly destroyed in the last war.St. Mary & St. Simeon

St. Mary also houses a museum of antique reli-gious relics and artifacts.

University of Zadar

Originaly founded 1396., which makes it the oldestuniversity in Croatia, and one of the oldest univer-sities in Europe.

Archaeological MuseumHouses artifacts that testify to Zadar’s long and

rich history.Sea Organ

Enjoy the otherworldly sounds of the Sea Organon Zadar’s Riva. This man-made organ works withthe motion of the waves and 35 pipes to createa musical soundscape. A favorite for locals andtourists alike, and accompanied by a light displaythat creates visualisations of the sounds beingproduced by the organ.

The Greeting to the SunOn Istarska obala, at the very end of the Zadar

peninsula, next to the famous Sea Organs, shinesthe Greeting to the Sun made by the same archi-tect Nikola Bašic



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Narodni trgNarodni trg is the centre of public life in Zadar

from the Renaissance until today. On the site ofthe Large Square, platea magna, the foundationsof municipal institutions were laid in the early Mid-dle Ages.

Five Wells Square

The Square is located on a site between the medi-eval City Walls with a cornice and the Renaissancebastion Grimani where the city park is situated. Inthe Middle Ages there was a defence ditch.

Zadar City CemeteryCemeteries, most vacationers aren’t exactlythrilled at the thought of them. However it doeshave to be mentioned some of the highest qualitystonework is on display at these sites.

City marketIn most Dalmatian towns the market is a sight forsore eyes, and Zadar’s is one of the biggest andbest. It’s been here since the Middle Ages, but thelarge open space dates back to WWII, when manybuildings were attened in this part of town.



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Gold and silver of Zadar

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Address: Trg Opatice Cike 1

Phone: +385 23 211 545E-mail address:Web site:

Museum of ancient glassAddress: Poljana Zemaljskog odbora 1Phone: +385 23 363 831

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.mas-zadar.hr/

Archeological museumAddress: Trg opatice ike 1Phone: +385 23 250 516E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site: http://www.amzd.hr

The Treasury of the Franciscan MonasteryAddress: Trg sv. Frane 1Phone: +385 23 350 468E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.svetifrane.org/riznica.html

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Church of St. DonatAddress: Trg Svetog Stošije 4

Phone: +385 23 250 829E-mail address:Web site: http://www.peekpoke.hr

Zadar City MuseumAddress: Poljana pape Aleksandra III b.bPhone: +385 23 251 851

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.nmz.hr



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For an aperitif, try a glass of the famous Maraschino, adesert liqueur made from the autochthonous Maraskacherries. Follow this with some Pag cheese, which isthe most highly prized cheese in Croatia made fromthe small sheep who eat the aromatic Mediterraneanplants on the island of Pag.

For the main dish, order “brodet” [stew] that is cookedin a thousand different ways and is made from a num-ber of different types of sh mixed with crabs andsometimes shell sh or even sh on the grill saltedwith Pag and Nin salt.

There is also the “Ninski šokol” made from a speciallymade dried part of the pork neck that is soaked in redBenkovac wine.

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SLEEPYouth hostel Zadar, Obala kneza Trpimira 76

Youth Hostel Zadar is situated at 5 km distance from the

city centre in the famous Puntamika tourist zone, that offersmany commodities.

Drunken monkey Hostel, Jure Kastriotića Skenderbega 21The Drunken Monkey is a clean, new, comfortable and securehostel, located in the neighbourhood of Arbanasi. Dorms areavailable from 160 kunas, while private rooms cost 200 ku-

nas per night.Hostel home Zadar, Mihovila Pavlinovića 9

It is situated on the sea promenade called Riva in the oldcenter of Zadar.

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BARS AND PUBSMango, Kresimirova Obala

As waterfront bars go, Mango is a cut above. It has an en-

ergized atmosphere, an interesting drink menu, and it is avantage point for Zadar’s magnicent sunsets.

Barbara Bar, Majstora Radovana 7Funimation’s decor is tropical/Afro and Barbara carries outthat theme, too. Barbara’s wicker chairs and chaises withcool white upholstery, lots of plants, and a languid vibe are

make for a relaxing break.City Club Forum, Marka Marulica bb

Togas are optional and you won’t hear strains from Nero’sddle at this trio of bars designed to conjure the fall of Rome.Music is mostly pop and rock and the ambience is all Romanexcess.

Caffe Toni, Mihe Klaica 11This bar is located just a short walk from the main squarewhich makes it frequented and convenient place for eithera short or long drink, as well a meeting place and a placeto hangout.

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Maraschino Bar, Obala kneza Branimira

The Maraschino Bar is very modern and highly enjoyableplace to come for a few drinks with friends or/and to meetsomeone new. It is highly popular among locals although it isnot unknown to the tourist either.



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CLUBSThe Garden, Liburnska Obala 6

There is nothing closer to nightclub Nirvana than The Gar-den, a cool, understated club on an expansive terrace highup in the city’s walls.

Pansion Vista, Krešimirova obala 98A good place to get breakfast in town.

If you are a party freak, go to Novalja whereyou will nd best pariest in this part of Europe.Novalja on the island of Pag is a popu-lar summer resort which hosts probably

the only beach in Croatia with Ibiza sense.Zrce can be reached form Novalja by car or you cantake a small shuttle bus operating during the summer.

Zrce is a long, stretched, white pebbled beach

with crystal clear sea. The beach has numer-ous facilities and three popular open-air clubsoffering entertainment until wee-wee hours.



It’s a mustWhile in Zadar county makesure you visit Papaya - the bestCroatian club located on Zrcebeach (Pag Island)



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ŠibenikŠibenik is a city in north Dalmatia, in Šibenik-KninCounty. It’s most famous for its Saint James Cathe-dral, which is on UNESCO World heritage list. Trade-

mark of the city is the traditional šibenik hat, colouredorange and black, as well as city’s colours are.

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and heraldic crests, displays its rich cultural heritage.

The islands of the Šibenik archipelago, with their gen-tle coves and pure sea, offer primordial beauty anduntouched silence.

From as early as the Renaissance period, the pastoralnature of these island has attracted visitors looking

for relaxiation and a rest from urban rhythms of thecity. The presence of two national parks here offersevidence of the natural beauties of the Šibenik region.The Krka National Prak ( famous waterfalls) is a natu-ral phenomen of Dalmatian karst region. The Kornati

National Park is a unique group of islands, reefs androcks.



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ŠibenikEverywhere in the city is within walking distance. Frombus station to the old city centre it takes only ve min-utes to walk. You can get to all sights on foot, and thefurthest are within half an hour walk.

If you come by car, there’s a large parking place onthe very central square Poljana, as well as there is one

with 700 spots when you enter the town northbound.If you want to go to the outskirts of the city (for in-stance to the Dalmare shopping centre), you can takea public bus.

Bus transport in Šibenik is operated by one public and

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St James’ cathedral

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It is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Its build-ing had started in 1431, and it was nished in 1536due to Turkish wars. Several successive architectsbuilt it completely in stone in the 15th and 16thcenturies, both in Gothic and in Renaissance style.The interlocking stone slabs of the Cathedral’s

roof were damaged when the city was shelled bySerbian forces in 1991.

The damage has since been repaired. It has abeautiful baptistery worth seeing it, and the cu-riosity is it has been built with stone only, with-

out any kind of binder. Another one is 72 humanheads carved in stone on the external part whichbelong to unknown individuals, passers-by, sailors,merchants and peasants who posed as the cathe-dral was being built. Statues of Adam and Eve are

also curious; Adam is covering his breasts, and Eveis covering not her breasts, but her stomach.

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Bunari“Bunari” or, literally, “wells”, is a complex of wa-

ter reservoirs, built in 15th century for city’s wa-ter supply. They are now dry and decorated asa museum/gallery and a cafe. It has 7 sections:(Šibenik’s treaure, food and drink, ship wrecksaround Šibenik, persons from the past...). Concerts,

stand-up comedy shows etc. often take place atthe cafe. Very interesting spot.

Medieval Mediteranean Garden ofSt Lawrence Monastery

Extremely rare medieval monastery garden, res-taurated in 2007 by Dragutin Kiš, who won a mil-lenium Flora award in Japan in 2000. Won therst prize at school gardens contest in Croatia. Itcontains various plants, especially those used inpharmacy and as spices. It has a quiet cafe, whereyou can quietly enjoy the view to the Šibenik’s old

part and the sea, the atmosphere and the odor.The fortress of St. Michael

The Fortress of St. Michael is located at a heightof 70m above the sea behind the old city agglom-eration. It was built, in the period from the 15th to

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The Fortress of St. JohnThe Fortress of St. John is located on a hill 115m

high on the northern side of the historic city core.It was raised in 1646 according to the project ofthe Venetian military engineer Antonio Leni.

The Šubićevac FortressThe Šubićevac Fortress is located southeast of the

fortress of St. John on somewhat of a lower height.Walls, towers and city gates

The starting point of the old city walls was theFortress of St. Michael. In 1864 a part of the wallthat surrounded the city from the north and thesouth was removed.

The Fortress of St. NicholasThe Fortress of St. Nicholas is located at the en-

trance to the St. Anthony Channel and it was builtin the middle of the 16th century for defense fromTurkish attacks from the sea.

Archeological site Danilo Gornje - RiderOne of the most signicant archeological sites inCroarian is located 17 kilometers from Šibenik, inthe village of Danilo Gornje.



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“Burnum” Archaeological Collection

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Address: Puljane, Oklaj

Phone: +385 22 201 753E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.npkrka.hr

Šibenik Town MuseumAddress: Gradska vrata 3Phone: +385 22 213 880

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.muzej-sibenik.hr

Aquarium and Maritime Tradition MuseumAddress: Obala Matice hrvatske 123, VodicePhone: +385 98 353 063E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site: http://www.aquarium-vodice.com

Knin MuseumAddress: Fra Luje Maruna 1, KninPhone: +385 22 661 702E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.kninskimuzej.hr/

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Jurlin’s CourtAddress: Draga b.b., Primošten Burnji, Primošten

Phone: +385 22 574 106E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.jurlinovidvori.org

Ivan Mestrovic MuseumsAddress: Otavice, RužicPhone: +385 22 872 630

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.mestrovic.hr

Drniš Town MuseumAddress: Domovinskog rata 38, DrnišPhone: +385 22 886 774E-mail address: [email protected]

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Start with a morsel of cheese ripened in a lamb sackand Drniš prosciutto washed down with a glass of redwine from Primosten’s Babić.

For the main dish, asides from a rich sh menu thatranges from small sardines to slices of fresh tuna onthe grill, you should not miss out on the so-called “Sk-

radinski Kumbasice” [Skradin sausages] and the fa-mous “Soparnjak”. Made from a simple pastry lledwith a mixture of olives, gs and olive oil, the cookedand rolled Soparnik is served and eaten cold. For pud-ding asides from dry gs, jujube and cakes made fromalmonds, you can try some cake from Skradin.

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SLEEPHostel Vijur, Ražine, Šibenik

„Hostel Vijur“ is a perfect place to spend your holiday at

great prices. It is located in Ražine – the suburbs of Šibenik just a couple of minutes, more precisely 4 kilometres fromthe town centre.

Hostel Vodice Inn, Vlahov Venca 34Interesting hostel located 10 minutes on foot from the beach.It is clean and with big rooms. Food is not that good so

you might want to buy your own breakfest. Stuff is not thatfriendly and they don’t speak english that well.

Youth hostel Loda, Trgovaka ulica 32, SkradinSimple and clean youth hostel located in center of Skradin.

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Globo hostel, Sarajevska 2, SibenikHostel Globo is located in downtown Sibenik, under UNESCOprotection, just 30 meters from the main bus station & 50meters to the coast.



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SplitSplit is a city in Central Dalmatia, Croatia. The city wasoriginally built around the Diocletian palace (a palace/fort built for the retired Roman emperor Diocletian)

where the locals sought refuge centuries ago. Wan-dering the historic centre of Split you can still clearlysee the Roman walls, squares, and temples.

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Split tourist board

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SplitCentral Split is quite compact and most sights can beeasily seen and best experienced on foot, but thereare frequent local buses to outlying attractions andthe airport.

Public transit is organized by Promet [17]. Most ofthe city buses in Split are new, but some are very old

and dilapidated. Tickets can be bought at kiosks orfrom the bus driver. Only single-journey tickets can bebought in buses. Single ticket (bought in bus) costs 10kunas, single ticket (bought at kiosk) costs 8 kunas,ticket for two journeys costs 16 kunas, set of ve dou-ble tickets 75 kunas, monthly ticket costs 260 kunas.

Rent a bike and enjoy beautiful biking along Split’s wa-terfront (Riva), continue to Marjan hill (approximately7 km), climb to the top of the hill for great view on theSplit town and surrounding islands.

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Diocletian’s Palace (UNESCO heritage site)

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The historic centre of Split is built around theremains of this Roman palace. You only need towander around to experience it but you can alsopay to visit the excavated remains of the base-ment of the palace. The palace has well preservedmain streets cardo and decumanus. Roman pal-

ace is enriched with some gothic and reinassancebuildings which makes a perfect match. Palace has4 monumental gates Porta Aurea (Zlatna vrata,Golden gate), Porta Argenta (Srebrna vrata, Silvergate), Porta Ferrea (Željezna vrata, Iron gate) andPorta Aenea (Mjedena vrata). It is probably the

best preserved Roman palace in general.St. Duje’s cathedral

Originally built around 305 AD as a mausoleumof Roman emperor Diocletian’s (the oldest cathe-dral building in the world). Cathedral is also a very

beautiful mixture of Roman temple and Catholicchurch. It also has a beautiful belltower which pro-vides you a great panoramic view of Split.

Split



It’s a mustSplit is a dynamic city; there’srarely a season when thecalendar is empty. For concerts,

plays, street performances,ballets and operas, you’ll have agood selection.



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Peristil square (Peristylium)Main square of Diocletian’s palace with well pre-

served Roman architecture.

Jupiter’s templeAncient Roman temple which became St. John’schurch.

Two original Egyptian sphinxesOne is located on Peristil square, and the otherin front of Jupiter’s temple or St. John’s church.They were brought from Egypt by Roman emperorDiocletian.

RivaRiva is the main city promenade. Since 2007. Rivahas a new, “modern” look, which is not acceptedby most of the people

MarjanIs a hill situated on the west of Split. Marjan is

an oasis for many people who look for a natu-ral stress relief, a great place for long walks, jog-ging, and bike rides. Marjan’s peak, Telegrin is 174m high and gives a wonderful panoramic view ofSplit. South cliffs are popular within alpine climb-

ers. St. Nicholas church is situated on the east ofMarjan, on it’s south side are beautiful St. Jeroni-mus church and “Gospe od Betlema” church (Ma-donna of Betlehem).



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VarošIs one of the oldest parts of town. A place where

lived most of the city peasants and shermen.Charming streets and and beautiful small houses.

Archaeological MuseumIs the oldest museum in Croatia (1820.), about20 min walk north of the old town (entry 20 kn).

Many artefacts and monuments from Roman colo-nies Salona and Narona.

Getski vrtalDominisova street (Diocletian palace). is the small-est park in Split, situated in the Diocletian’s palace,

Dominisova street (Marko Antonio De Dominisstreet. In that park are beautiful traditional Dalma-tian tiramolas. During the summer these are full ofclothes drying in the sunshine. In every guidebookabout Split you have pictures from the Getski vr-tal. It is the location of a 500 yr old stone housewhich was destroyed during World War II

Old graveyardsSustipan and old Jewish cemetery.



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Split City Museum

MUST VISIT

Address: Papalić Palace, Papaliceva 1

Phone: +385 21 360 171E-mail address:Web site: http://www.mgst.net

Ethnographic MuseumAddress: Iza Vestibula 4Phone: +385 21 344 161

E-mail address:Web site: http://www.etnografski-muzej-split.hr

Archaeological MuseumAddress: Zrinsko-Frankopanska 25Phone: +385 21 329 340E-mail address:

Web site:

Treasury of St. Duje’s cathedralAddress: Kraj sv. Duje 3Phone: +385 21 345 602E-mail address:Web site:

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in that most of its produce is organic.

Cevapi or Cevapcici (diminutive), are small grilled rollsof minced beef, pork, or lamb, or a combination of anyof these three. Usually served with chopped onions,Kajmak (similar to clotted cream) or Ajvar (a relishmade from bell peppers, aubergines, garlic and chilli).ćevapi are traditional Bosnian dish and they are popu-lar across the Balkans.

Split’s eateries are to be found in a variety of set-tings, ranging from the romantic to the vibrant. It isn’tdifcult to enjoy superb food and wine in a classical

environment with good friends and/or family.



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SLEEPAdria Hostel, Bajnice

Hostel is located right next to the Adriatic Sea. Dorm bed:

around €15-25; bed in private room: €18-28.

Al’s Place, Petra Kružica 10A great hostel (and the rst in Split) run by a British expatnamed Al, a guy who is passionate about travel and wantshis guests to get the most from their stay in Split. He evengoes out for a beer with guests sometimes. The hostel is

in an 800-year old stone house inside the city walls, smalland cozy with only 12 beds in 2 ensuite rooms. There is alsokitchen (for guests), and common area, A/C, and laundry.Dorm bed: 110-130 kn.

Guesthouse Split, Lovretska 1Free WiFi, private rooms available dorm bed €13-18

Hostel Split Mediterranean House, Vukasoviceva 2The hostel has been built into an old stone house just out-side of the historical centre. Free wi. Dorm bed: 80 kn (lowseason).

Split

Old Town Hostel, Dominisova 3

Free wi, 1 shared computer, at screen TV with a collectionof movies.



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Pletkovic Hostel, Poljana Kneza Trpmira 1

Silver Central Hostel, 1 Kralja TomislavaDorm bed: 110-180 kn.

SilverGate Hostel, Hrvojeva 6

Situs Hostel, Starćevićeva 3

Goli Bosi Design Hostel, Morpurgova Poljana 2

Goli Bosi Design Hostel is located in the heart of the oldtown of Split. The hostel space itself is designed as a hybridof a japanese pill hotel and an old european departmentstore, with the story of Split written all over it’s walls, so youget to meet the city you are staying in, because hostel is inthe city and city is in the hostel as well. There are 29 roomsin total, ranging from two bedroom top oor suites with a

view to a dorm style 8 bed spaces, every with their ownshower and hairdryer, clean towels and bed sheets. Once yousettle in, grab refreshments on our shady terrace and tradestories with fellow travelers we will help you explore Split toour best knowledge.



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O´Hara, Uvala Zenta 3Rock and pop music on two oors.

Vanilla Club, Poljudsko šetalište b.b.Fancy place by the swimming pool with popular domesticand foreign music.

Hemingway Bar, VIII Mediteranskih igara 5

Extremely fancy club.

Quasimodo, Gundulićeva 26Rock and Underground music. Mostly full with local alterna-tives.

Ghetto Club, Dosud 10

Still something of a local secret in Split, this is the retreat oflocal poets and left-of-centre trendies.

Tropic Club Equador, BacviceA Latin vibe permeates this cool haunt down on BacviceBay. Dress to impress and dance and irt the night awayas the moon settles over the island of Bra in the distance.Bartenders at this cool Split club mix up some pretty meancocktails too.

Klub Kocka, Savska, SplitFans of alternative rock and indie can make their way outof Split’s city centre to this offbeat venue that hides awayin a basement.



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DubrovnikDubrovnik is an old city on the Adriatic Sea coast inthe extreme south of Croatia. It is one of the mostprominent tourist resorts of the Mediterranean, a sea-

port and the centre of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County.Dubrovnik is nicknamed “Pearl of the Adriatic” and islisted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

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Dubrovnik tourist board

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http://www.tzdubrovnik.hr/



http://www.tzdubrovnik.hr/



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DubrovnikThe Old Town can be comparatively difcult to navi-gate on rst appearances, as it really is a warren oflittle streets.

That being said, some of these signs appear to beeither intentionally misleading or woefully out of date.For example, there is no ofce of any bus company

within the Old Town, despite what the signs may say.The city is completely pedestrianised and easily smallenough to get around on foot, some of the streets area little steep though.

If you are not staying in the Old Town, it’s relatively

simple get there by bus, as just about every one leadsto the Old Town. However, it might be advisable to geta timetable just in case. It costs 12 kn (just over €1)for tickets bought at any kiosk,or 15 kn bought on thebus; ticket valid for 1 hr. At selected kiosks (including

the international bus station) you can purchase a daypass for 30 kn.

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Roland’s Column

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A slender stone ag staff of the legendary knight.Also known as Orlando’s Column. Ever since itsfoundation in 1950, the Dubrovnik Summer Fes-tival is ofcially opened by raising a ag carryingthe city’s motto Libertus on Orlando’s staff

Bell Tower

On top of the tower are the famous ‘Zelenci,bronze statues which strike the gigantic bell everyhour. They have been recently replaced with cop-ies and the originals are in the atrium of the Spon-za Palace.

Sponza PalaceGothic Renaissance palace, one of the few build-ings that has maintained its form from before thecatastrophic 1667 earthquake. Hosts historic ar-chives. Memorial room of defenders.

Rector’s PalaceFormerly the palace of the Major Council, nowhouses a museum dedicated to the city’s history.

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War Photo LimitedAn exhibition centre of war and conict photogra-

phy. Exhibits change during the season. Stunningimages by world renowned photo journalists.

Pile GateA convenient starting place for your stroll throughthe Old Town is the Pile Gate. Before entering the

Old Town, Fort Lovrjenac, the rst among manysites worth seeing in Dubrovnik, provides a goodview of the Old Town and its wall.

Placa StradunThe Stradun (Placa) is the central street of the cityof Dubrovnik and is the place where the old citycomes to life. During the day, explore the shades ofthe peripendicular streets and alleys on its sides,and during the night, take walks up and down theStradun with an ice-cream in hand. Today, Placa isstill the shopping centre and venue of major events

Big Onofrio´s FountainThe fountain stairs are nowadays a favourite meet-ing place for local youth and where both the tour-ists and pigeons take rest and refresh themselveswith cool water.

Old PortThe eastern part of the Old Town of Dubrovnik.



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Fort LovrijenacThe monumental fort rises above 37 m high rock.

It changed roles in the course of history. The mainpurpose of its construction was defense, and themain idea was to protect the freedom of Dubrovnik.

City wallsWalk on the walls around the old town, great

views. It is highly recommended to visit the wallsduring the early morning hours or the late after-noon hours during mid-summer months as it canbecome hot.

Dubrovnik is surrounded by City Walls which are 2km long and for which it is famous all around theworld.

Within the City Walls you will see Fort Minceta andFort St. John’s on the south-eastern side. Also,

within the City Walls are Fort Lawrence at Pile andFort Revelin at Ploce. The main entrance to theCity Walls is by the Inner Pile Gates.

Minceta Fort is one of the most beautiful cultur-al attractions in Dubrovnik. It is situated on thenorthwest side of the city inside the City Walls. Itwas built according to the design of Renaissancebuilder Juraj Dalmatinac. St. Luke’s Tower you can



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Mljet National parkMljet National Park covers the entire north-west part

of Mljet Island.

It is large area that borders two salt water lakes - Ve-liko and Malo Jezero (Large and Small Lake). The Lakesstretch for about 4 kilometres. Right in the middle ofthe Large Lake there is a small island / islet Melita

(Sveta Marija) with large building of former Benedic-tine monastery, erected there in 12th century. The mon-astery’s building is now café/restaurant.

The small island is connected by boats that sail therefrom both sides of the Lake.

Information:Tourist board MljetZabrežje 2, 20225 Babino Polje,



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The Rector`s Palace MuseumAddress: Pred dvorom 1


The Treasury of CathedralAddress: Kneza Damjana Jude 1Phone: ++385 20 323 459

E-mail address:Web site:

Maritime MuseumAddress: In St. John FortressPhone: +385 20 323 904E-mail address:

Web site:Home of Marin Drzic

Address: Široka 7Phone: +385 20 420 490E-mail address:Web site:

The Etnographic MuseumAddress: Rupa 3Phone: +385 1 60-52-700E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.msu.hr

Tehnical MuseumAddress: Savska cesta 18Phone: +385 20 323 013E-mail address:Web site:



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There is a wide range of restaurants in the Old Town,mostly offering a very similar menu of local seafoodand some meat dishes. The cuisine may not be veryimaginative, but it is usually of good quality and veryfresh.

Restaurants can be crudely separated into (slightly)

cheaper tourist-trap places, and more expensive butrst class gastronomic restaurants. There are a fewpizzerias, mostly wood-red and quite acceptable. TheKraš chocolate sold at stores is delicious.

Remember that Dubrovnik, more so than the rest of

Croatia, is well aware of its status as a tourist hot-spot. Rents for restaurant premises are high and con-sequently the prices on the menus reect this.

Note that in the off peak season of November-March

nearly all the top-end restaurants close, leaving only ahandful of desperate tourist trap enterprises operatingand still charging high prices. You can however still eatwell and discounts can be negotiated.

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Dubrovnik cuisine is characteristically not very spicyand is famous for traditionalism.

Many popular meals are characteristic of Dubrovniksuch as zelena menestra (it is the name for manysorts of cabbages and other vegetables with meat),pasticada and the famous delicacy dubrovacka rozata.

Dubrovnik sh restaurants are popular.



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Dubrovnik Backpacker’s Club, Mostarska 2dAwarded as best hostel in Croatia. Home turned into a back-

packers hot spot.Youth Hostel Dubrovnik, Vinka Sagrestana 3

The atmosphere leaves something to be desired, but it’s usu-ally lled with interesting people up for a chat on the bal-cony. Dorm bed: €16.70.

Apartment Ramona, Ivana Mazuranica 10The owner Miyenko is as welcoming as can be. Small kitchen,WiFi, small but neat rooms, garden terrace, amazing view.Less than 10 min walk to old town (down some stairs). €36for double.

Green Nest Apartment, Boskoviceva 14Nice and warm hostel located in city center.



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Historic city center of Karlovac

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Karlovac was built in the 16th century as anunique city core formed as a six-pointed star witha purpose of defense from the Turkish conquerors.Besides Karlovac, only two other towns in Europehave similar plans (Palmanova in Italy and NovyZamk in Slovakia).

Radic StreetToday’s Radić Street is the main connection withthe old city gates of the fortress, so called Turkishgates, where a sentry box is also preserved. TheSchool of Music is founded in1804, and since then

keeps forming the musicians who participate inthe intensive music life of the town. Even today itis one of the most important promoters of musicand cultural life in the region.

Žunac Etno GalleryPlaced in a wooden house, more than 200 years

old, it is full of ethnological exhibits connected withfolk tradition, old crafts and costumes.

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Old Town of DubovacBe sure to visit the Old Town of Dubovac from 13th

century where a permanent exhibition is set, anda beautiful view of the town and its surroundingsspreads from the belvedere. New feature of theOld Town is the Nobility Fair Dubovac where theold crafts will be presented, old games and cus-

toms revived and dishes prepared after old recipesserved.Other

While you’re visiting the old part of the town, ourfamous Star, visit the Town Museum, the churchof the Holy Trinity and the Franciscan monastery

with a gallery, the Town Theatre Zorin Dom, or oneof the art galleries.

Mrežnica RiverBeautiful, young, fresh an the greenest river youhave ever seen! It hides its secrets in the canyon,

and it has many waterfalls and cascades whereyou can refresh yourself during the warmest Au-gust.

Dobra RiverThe Dobra River also has its underground current,

and it ows between hills covered in green woods.After diving in Ogulin, it emerges again near theHE Gojak where, helped by the power plant, water



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hours during summer (usually 7am to 8pm). There’s an en-trance fee which acts as a contribution to the Park’s upkeepand protection: for adults it’s 80 Kunas (£9.50/€11/$15.50)in November - March; 110 Kunas (£13/€15/$21) during Aprilto October.

Children aged 7 to 18 have cheaper tickets, whilst childrenunder the age of seven have free entrance. Groups of 15 ormore people can get discounted tickets, as can university

students. 4-hour guided tours in English, German French,Spanish, Italian or Croatian can also be pre-booked for 700Kunas for a minimum of 15 people. 2-day tickets for the Parkcan also be purchased.

There are two entrances to the Park - excitingly titled En-trance 1 and Entrance 2 - although Entrance 2 closes during

winter.



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VaraždinVaraždin is one of the most important tourist cent-ers of northern Croatia. The old town fortication, thecentral part of the town, numerous museums, galleries

and collections as well as the Varaždin cemetery, pro-tected as a horticultural monument.

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MUST SEE

EAT OUTPUBS & BARS

Varaždin tourist board

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http://www.tourism-varazdin.hr/



http://www.tourism-varazdin.hr/



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Entomological CollectionIt is located at the early Classicist Herzer Palace

in the center of the town. The rst collection wasestablished by Franjo pl. Košec (1882-1968), thelocal high-school teacher and entomologist. Hedonated his large natural scientic collections tothe City of Varaždin in 1959. His work was, in

the 1962-1980 period, continued by his daughterRužica Košec. Since 1903 some 50,000 speci-mens have been collected. The collection also in-cludes enlarged models of certain insect species.

Old town Zrinski in CakovecOld Town is the principle noble fortress of Cakovecand Medimurje, rst mentioned in the 13th century.Its constructor was Dimitrije Cak, after whom Ca-kovec was named. The owners of the fortress, atthe same time the lords of Cakovec and Meimurje,often changed. Over the centuries it was rebuilt on

several occasions, especially in the period of theZrinski and Althan families. More recently, the for-tress has had many different functions, but todayit stands as the central symbol of the identity andtradition of Medimurje.



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Croatian Firemen’’s Museum

MUST VISIT

Address: Trenkova 44


Varaždin City MuseumAddress: Strossmayerovo šetalište 7Phone: +385 42 658 750

E-mail address: [email protected] site: http://www.varazdin.hr

Varaždinske Toplice Local History MuseumAddress: Trg slobode 16Phone: +385 42 633 339E-mail address: [email protected]

Web site:

Museum of the Medimurje Region in CakovecAddress: Trg Republike 5, CakovecPhone: +385 40 313 285E-mail address: [email protected] site: www.muzej-medjimurja.hr

Varaždin



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CROATIA IN 7 DAYSIn 7 days you can really experience a lot in Croatia.You can start your trip in Zagreb, and slowly movetowards the south, end up your tour in Dubrovnik.

Second day you can visit Pula. While in pula you cantake half day trip to Porec or Rovinj, north of Pula. Youcan take a half day trip to Brijuni national park.

Third day go to Opatijan rivijera and spend all day inLovran, Ika and Opatija. At night go to Rijeka for adrink or shopping. Forth go to Zadar, but on the wayto Zadar make sure you stop in Nin - Croatian Royalcity.

After Zadar, visit Šibenik and take a trip to one of 2National parks - Krka watterfals of Kornati Islands.



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Fifth day go to Split. There you can take a ferry to oneof many islands that are reachable and close by. You

could go to Korcula or Hvar - both are a great option.Sixth day go to Dubrovnik and spend all day in its core- old town. You can take a trip to Mljet ational park.

On seventh day go to Zagreb, but on the way makesure you stop in Plitvicka jezera and Rastoke.



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When you are done exploring Zagreb, you should gowest to Porec, as there you will nd Euphrasy’s ba-silica - UNESCO heritage site. After Porec, visit amphi-

theater in Pula. It is 6th amphiteather in the world byits size.

After Pula, go to Island Krk, and explore the trail ofGlagolitica. If you like small and calm places, Nin wouldbe your next choice.

Nin is located not far from Zadar, where you can con-tinue your sightseeing. When sun sets down in Zadar,make sure you are on Riva. There you will nd themost amazing sunset on the world.

After Zadar, you can go south, towards Split and ex-



What to experience

DIVINGThe developed relief of the underwater world that isaround 50 metres deep in the north reaches to around250m near Palagruža, and not far from Jabuka itreaches depths of around 1300m. Experienced diversin search of attractions like attractive endemic oraand fauna species of the Adriatic or sunken Romangalleons and naval ships can go on organised tours.

Beginners are offered the possibility to go on a varietyof professional courses and diving schools.

More information about diving can be found on ofcialwebsite of Croatian Tourist Board www.croatia.hr



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