Mljet National Park
Kiosks in Pomena and Polače both sell admission tickets to the national park. From both villages you can walk or cycle (cars are forbidden) to Malo Jezero (Little Lake) and Veliko Jezero (Big Lake). In the middle of Veliko Jezero is an islet with a Benedictine monastery , incorpora
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Within the boundaries of this heavily forested national park, 16 crystalline lakes tumble into each other via a series of waterfalls and cascades. The mineral-rich waters carve through the rock, depositing tufa in continually changing formations. Clouds of butterflies drift above t
City Defences
Korčula’s towers and remaining city walls look particularly striking when approached from the sea, their presence warning pirates the town would be no pushover. Originally these defences would have been even more foreboding, forming a complete stone barrier against invaders that co
Krka Monastery
Not only is this the most important Serbian Orthodox monastery in Croatia, it ranks as one of that faiths most important sites full stop. Featuring a unique combination of Byzantine and Mediterranean architecture, it occupies a peaceful position above the river and a small lake. Fr
Telašćica Nature Park
South of Sali, the tip of Dugi Otok is split in two by deeply indented Telašćica Bay, dotted with five small islands and five even tinier islets. With superb sheltered azure waters, its one of the largest, most beautiful and least spoilt natural harbours in the Adriatic. Consequent
Croatian Association of Artists
East of the centre, this gallery is housed in one of the few architectural works by Ivan Meštrović and has a diverse repertoire of art shows and various events – a must on the art circuit of Zagreb. The building itself has also had several fascinating incarnations, reflecting the r
Cathedral of St Domnius
Split’s octagonal-shaped cathedral was originally built as Diocletian’s mausoleum, encircled by 24 columns, that is almost completely preserved to this day. Its round domed interior has two rows of Corinthian columns and a frieze showing Emperor Diocletian and his wife. Note that a
St James Cathedral
The crowning architectural glory of the Dalmatian coast and the undisputed masterpiece of its principal designer Juraj Dalmatinac, this World Heritage Site is worth a detour to see. It was constructed entirely of stone quarried from the islands of Brač, Korčula, Rab and Krk, and is
Cable Car
Dubrovnik’s cable car whisks you from just north of the city walls to Mt Srđ in under four minutes. Operations cease if there are high winds or a thunderstorm brewing. At the end of the line there’s a stupendous perspective of the city from a lofty 405m, taking in the terracotta-ti
War Photo Limited
An immensely powerful experience, this gallery features intensely compelling exhibitions curated by New Zealand photojournalist Wade Goddard, who worked in the Balkans in the 1990s. Its declared intention is to ‘expose the myth of war…to let people see war as it is, raw, venal, fri
Euphrasian Basilica
The main reason to visit Poreč is to see the 6th-century Euphrasian Basilica, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s finest intact examples of Byzantine art. Built on the site of a 4th-century oratory, the sacral complex includes a church, an atrium and a baptistery. What packs
Roman Amphitheatre
Pula’s most famous and imposing sight is this 1st-century amphitheatre, overlooking the harbour northeast of the old town. Built entirely from local limestone, the amphitheatre, known locally as the Arena, was designed to host gladiatorial contests, with seating for up to 20,000 sp
Trsat Castle
High on a hill above the city, this semiruined 13th-century fortress offers magnificent vistas from its bastions and ramparts, looking down the Rječina river valley to the docks, Adriatic and distant island of Krk. The present structure was built by the Frankopan dukes of Krk, but
Church of St Euphemia
The town’s showcase, this imposing church dominates the old town from its hilltop location in the middle of the peninsula. Built in 1736, it’s the largest baroque building in Istria, reflecting the period during the 18th century when Rovinj was its most populous town. Inside, look
City Walls & Forts
No visit to Dubrovnik would be complete without a walk around the spectacular city walls, the finest in the world and the citys main claim to fame. From the top, the view over the old town and the shimmering Adriatic is sublime. You can get a good handle on the extent of the shelli
Diocletian’s Palace
Facing the harbour, Diocletian’s Palace is one of the most imposing Roman ruins in existence and where you’ll spend most of your time while in Split. Don’t expect a palace though, nor a museum – this is the citys living heart, its labyrinthine streets packed with people, bars, shop
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