Oct22
Published by misha in Adventure, Croatia, Europe, Fishing, Hiking, History, Monuments, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Ships, Sightseeings, Snorkeling, Swimming, Travel Stories
It is well worth taking a tour off the conventional tourist route to visit this ancient island just 300 km offshore from the mainland town of Brodarica, Croatia. Karpanj is the smallest and lowest inhabited island of the Adriatic at only 7 m above sea level at its highest point. A nobleman by the name of Juric purchased the uninhabited island in 1436 and donated it to the Franciscans who built a monastery there. When the Turks started plundering the coastline, the monk sheltered refugees from the mainland and eventually allowed them to build a settlement on the island.
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Jun17
Published by Asya in Croatia, Europe, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Travel Stories
The Galesnjak Island is located in the Adriatic Sea, between Zadar and the Island of Pasman. Because it has absolutely particular heart shape, the island is also known as Lovers Island. It is just 130,000 sq. yards and it’s the popular romantic destination of Croatia. The island is uninhabited, so lovers who wish to visit the island will have the entire island for themselves. All of this making the Galesnjak Island one favorite location for a Valentine’s Day.
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Jul07
Published by misha in Croatia, Cultural, Europe, History, Monuments, Photos, Sightseeings, Travel Stories
Zadar is located on the northern Dalmatian coast of Croatia and has a rich architectural history and a non-euro economy that's easier on the dollar.
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Apr25
Published by Asya in Croatia, Europe, Hiking, Parks, Relaxing, UNESCO, Walking
Located in a deep mysterious ancient forest known as the
“Devil’s Garden” between Zagreb and Zadar,
Plitvice Lakes National Park, composed of 19.5 hectares of woods, lakes and waterfalls. Imagine
Niagara Falls diced and sprinkled over a heavily forested
Grand Canyon. This lush valley of terraced lakes is laced together by waterfalls and miles of pleasant wooden-plank walks. One of Croatia’s top sights, it’s the oldest national park in Europe, deservedly listed as a
UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979. Countless cascades and strangely clear and colorful water make the Plitvice Lakes National Park a misty natural wonderland.
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