Are you going on vacation? Top 10 interesting places in Croatia that you may not have known about – Topky.sk

1/ SEA, SUN AND BLUE FLAGS The sandy beach of Sakarun on the island “Dugi otok” is one of the most beautiful in the world. Hidden in the bay, it provides a haven for all those looking for rest in the sun with their family. Croatia boasts a variety of beaches and most of them have the Blue Flag, which is a testament to the quality of the sea, safety and services. Did you know that up to 97.96% of the tested beaches were declared excellent for swimming? Photo gallery (11) Sakarun beach on the island of Dugi Otok
Source: Aleksandar Gospić 2/ WINETOU IN CROATIA Zrmanja is a river that is rather unknown to our locals by name, but every fan of the film trilogy “Winnetou” knows it as Rio Pecos. However, boaters know it intimately, especially its upper course full of meanders and waterfalls. If lounging on the beach bores you, come rafting in one of the most beautiful river canyons in Croatia. Photo gallery (11) Zrmanja – Croatian “Rio Grande”
Source: Ivo Biocina 3/ PARTY HOLIDAY WITH FRIENDS You can only experience a wild party lasting several days, which you will remember for the rest of your life, only on the party island of Pag. The well-known Zrće beach near the town of Novalja is sought after by Slovaks because of the best discos and bars, and between 3.7. and 7.7. there you will experience the best of the world’s electronic music at the famous Hideout Festival. Photo gallery (11) Beach Zrće on the island of Pag
Source: Aleksandar Gospić 4/ GASTRONOMY – WITH YOUR PARTNER, WITH FAMILY, WITHOUT CHILDREN You can literally enjoy your vacation in Croatia! The Kvarner region consists of the northern coast well known to Slovaks around Rijeka, Crikvenica and the islands of Krk, Rab, Cres and Lošinj. Be sure not to miss the world-famous Kvarner shrimp or the Rab cake, the ingredients of which are known only by a few local confectioners. Don’t forget to taste great local wines, for example Trojščina from the island of Suska or Žlahtina wine from Vrbnik. Photo gallery (11) Unique Rab cake from the Kvarner region
Source: Maa Danica Pecanic 5/ SEA AND CAVES Do you know where the second installment of the popular musical Mamma Mia was filmed? You may be surprised that it was not in Greece, but on the most remote inhabited Croatian island of Vis. In addition to the beautiful beaches and scenery with many yachts and fishing boats, there are many smaller uninhabited islands in its vicinity, which can be easily reached by yacht or fishing boat, as well as several beautiful colorful caves with the most famous Blue Cave. Photo gallery (11) Blue cave on the Croatian island of Vis
Source: Zoran Jelaca 6/ HISTORY BELOW THE SURFACE Let’s stay a while longer on the island of Vis, which is a paradise for history lovers and divers. During World War II, the island was an Italian and later an Allied base. The Allies built an airport on the island. Thanks to this, the seabed near Vis hides around thirty military planes, bombers and fighters. For example, you can take a close look at the wreck of the steamship Vis, which hit a mine there during the war. Photo gallery (11) Military aircraft at the bottom of the sea near the island of Vis
Source: Damir Zurub 7/ SUMMER ACCORDING TO ROBINSON If you want to spend your vacation alone away from people, we have a great tip for you. People lived on the island of Palagruža 9,000 years ago, it was even the home of Diomedes, the Greek hero of the Trojan War. You will get to the island, as usual, by boat and you will live in the only possible place – in the lighthouse, to which you will have to climb straight from the beach. You will thus find yourself in the stories of the ancient Greeks, Romans, Benedictines and fishermen from Komiža, surrounded by unique nature. Photo gallery (11) Lighthouse on the Croatian island of Palagruža
Source: Shutterstock 8/ FOOTBALL AT THE BOTTOM OF THE LAKE Only 40 km from Makarska is the mysterious Red Lake. It got its name from the red-colored steep rocks around the lake. It lies 5 meters below sea level and the depth reaches up to 255 meters. Nearby is the Blue Lake, where you can also swim, but once every few years, this lake dries up and a football match takes place on its bottom, with an atmosphere reminiscent of the Champions League final. Photo gallery (11) Red Lake is located only 40 km from Makarska
Source: Zoran Jelaca 9/ ROMANCE ON LOVE ISLAND Are you planning to say “yes” to your loved one this summer? Indulge in maximum romance and have your first marital kiss directly on the “Island of Love.” Its real name is Galešnjak, and Google Earth named it one of the few natural phenomena in the shape of a heart, the Huffington Post declared it “The sweetest island in the world” a few years ago .” It is located near Zadar, and its beaches and nature call for a romantic picnic as a couple. Photo gallery (11) “Island of love” Galesnjak in Croatia
Source: Ivo Pervan 10/ URBAN TOURISM Along the Croatian coast there are many places that breathe history. Visit Pula on the Istrian peninsula if you are interested in the history of the ancient Roman Empire. Wander through the streets of Dubrovnik in Dalmatia – the “Pearl of the Adriatic” whose origin dates back to ancient Greece, where you will find many preserved ancient monuments. Enjoy Rijeka, a modern, vibrant city in the Kvarner region, where you will always have beautiful beaches at your fingertips and at any time you can jump from the heated streets directly into the refreshing sea. Photo gallery (11) The ancient city of Pula
Source: Ivan Sardi Advertorial prepared in cooperation with Croatia.hr. Are you going on vacation? Top 10 interesting places in Croatia that you might not have known about