Stunning places in Croatia

Croatia located in the northwestern part of the Balkan Peninsula. It is a small yet highly geographically diverse crescent-shaped country. Its capital is Zagreb, located in the north. Whole Croatia is a beautiful place to visit. It has natural beauty as well as historical structures and cities to enjoy.

Brela Beach – one of the most beautiful beaches to visit in Croatia

Brela Beach is located on Makarska Riviera and it’s well known as being one of the most beautiful beaches to visit in Croatia. In 1968, the beach was crowned the ‘Champion of the Adriatic’ probably due to its stunning clear waters, beautiful intimate coves, spectacular views, and a winding Victorian promenade.

In the midst of the turquoise waters is the breath-taking Kamen Brela – the stunning rocky outcrop which is the symbol of Brela Beach. With plenty of gorgeous hotels in Croatia, there’s no excuse not to stop for a while.

Plitvice Lakes National Park – one of the most beautiful national parks to visit in Croatia

he wonderful Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the oldest national parks in Southeast Europe, with miles of unspoiled beauty, cascading waterfalls, rugged hills, and turquoise lakes. Despite the stunning vistas, arguably the real stars of the show are the wild bears and wolves that still roam freely (something which is very unusual in Europe).

The 120 species of birds, uncountable butterfly breeds, and plenty of woodland animals also keep the wildlife fans happy. Having earned its place among UNESCO’s collection of heritage sites in 1979, it is a veritable jewel in Croatia’s crown.

Sibenik – a stunning historical city to visit in Croatia

If you’ve got the urge to explore winding medieval streets then Sibenik – is a historic city in Croatia, located in central Dalmatia – may be the place to go.

Whilst elements of the town are approaching 1000 years old, it has had a few facelifts over the years. Its current style is one of renaissance, with three and four-story buildings looking down onto the azure seafront. It is said to be the oldest surviving example of a true Croatian town, Unesco agrees having designated it a World Heritage site.

As with a great many places on the Adriatic coast, Sibenik has a rather nice beach within a two-minute walk from the town. Jadrija beach is a local favourite, with plenty of amenities. If you’d like a bit of culture and architectural indulgence the Cathedral of St James is seen as something of an architectural phenomenon.

It is an amalgamation of Croatian and European styles and was built entirely without cement. There are other churches strewn throughout the town, however, don’t worry if you are not religious, many have been decommissioned and serve as super atmospheric art galleries.

The Dalmatian coast – the most famous of all of Croatia’s glittering coastlines

The Dalmatian coast is legendary – it’s actually one of the most dramatic and beautiful coastlines in Europe. The coast extends for hundreds of miles with steep limestone cliffs and a shoreline which is speckled with islands. Once an outpost for the Venetian empire, Dalmatia is renowned for the juxtaposition of its Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and dramatic scenery. A road trip along this coast is the best way to discover many of Croatia’s highlights.

You’ll pass jaw-dropping cliffs and the road will lead you to wonderful cities like Split and Zadar. Split’s enchanting architecture and historical complex (including the Palace of Diocletian) have ensured UNESCO’s World Heritage site status and Zadar has picture-perfect beaches, so make sure to save some time for stops along the way.