Great Cities to Visit in Croatia
Posted: Wednesday, May 27, 2009
by Drago Bubic
http://www.aiptravel.com
More and more people have been discovering over the past few years what a wonderful vacation destination Croatia can be. From the coast to the mountains to the ancient cities, there is something appealing for everyone. Some of the most popular vacation spots in the country are the cities of Croatia - Rijeka, Zagreb (the capital), Dubrovnik, and Split.
Rijeka is one of the major seaports in Croatia and is located on Kvarner Bay. It is the third largest city in Croatia.Built over a thousand years ago, the city has a rich, deep history. Any visitor to the city will find himself or herself overwhelmed with things to do. Visit the Croatian National Theater, the Natural History Museum, or take a walk to the beach. You can book adventure tours or visit one of the nearby nature parks.
Zagreb
Zagreb is the capital city of Croatia, as well as the largest Croatian city. It is filled with wonderful restaurants and hotels, as well as a number of great sights, such as the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Zagreb City Museum, and the Ethnological Museum. You will also find a number of shops in the city as well so that you can get some unique souvenirs to take home with you.
Split
Split is the second largest city in Croatia, and it is one of the most popular among vacationers. This is a very old city, located on the eastern shore of the Adriatic. Split was actually founded as a Greek Colony. Perhaps the most famous tourist attractionin this city is the Palace of Diocletian, which as constructed more than 1700 years ago. The Archeological Museum, the Marjan Forest Park, and the Mestrovic Gallery are also great places to visit.
Dubrovnik
The famous walled city of Dubrovnik is the southernmost city in Croatia. The walls around Dubrovnik date back to the 13th century, and a walk through the Old Town section of the city can make you feel as though you have stepped back in time. Besides touring the City Walls and looking at the watchtowers, you can visit Rectors Palace or even spend the day relaxing at the beach.
The Croatia cities mentioned above are only a few of the great places in Croatia. You can find a number of different villages, towns, and even campground in the country so that you can find the perfect vacation.
Drago Bubic is the editor of Croatia Holidays & Travel site - http://www.aiptravel.com. You will find a great collection of Croatia travel articles, photos and travelogues, as well as lot of useful tips and advice, and Croatia getaway ideas for travellers.
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