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Amazing nature, diverse landscape, mild climate, clean air - all these make a rest in Croatia not only pleasant, but truly beneficial to health. Its rich history, ancient towns, numerous cultural monuments also attract tourists to the country

Republic of Croatia is a country in southeast Europe, at the crossroads of the Pannonian Plain, the Balkans, and the Mediterranean Sea. Its capital (and largest city) is Zagreb. Croatia borders Slovenia and Hungary to the north, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the southeast, and Serbia and Montenegro to the east.
The Croats arrived in the early seventh century in what is Croatia today. They organized into two dukedoms; the duchy of Pannonia in the north and the duchy of Littoral Croatia in the south.
The city of Dubrovnik was founded in 7th century after Avar and Slavic raiders destroyed the Roman city of Epidaurum. The surviving Roman population escaped to a small island near the coast where they founded a new settlement. Through the next 450 years the Republic of Dubrovnik would be a vassal of the Ottomans first and then of the Habsburgs. During this time the republic became rich through trade. Today the city of Dubrovnik features on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list and is a famous tourist destination.
Croatia is an ideal place for secluded relaxation, because this country has thousands of islands. Adriatic coast, emerald-blue waters, secluded beaches with pebbles. Most of visitors are sent directly to the Adriatic coast, but other areas of the country too much to offer its visitors. Among the cities of special interest are Dubrovnik, considered the pearl of Croatia, and Zagreb - the capital of the country. Zagreb, perhaps, not have the force of attraction, which attracted to the coastal traveler Rijeka, Split, Zadar and Dubrovnik, but it certainly deserves a visit because of the many museums, attractions and vibrant culture and nightlife of the capital. Dubrovnik, rivaling Venice for centuries, is one of the most impressive and well preserved fortified cities in the world. Nature lovers should not miss the attention of the national parks of Croatia, their country, about 8, and 10 reserves. The most famous are National Park Plitvice. There are many lakes and waterfalls, this place is ideal for hiking or trekking. Area Dalmatia also famous for wildlife and a multitude of islands. Tsiovo Island is located just 25 kilometers from the city of Split and is connected by a bridge to Trogir - a small town with a rich history and famous for stone architecture and stone carving. Do not miss the Brijuni archipelago, consisting of two large islands and 11 smaller islands.
Croatia offers nature lovers ample opportunities for hiking, biking tours, rafting, scuba diving, windsurfing and skydiving. Besides natural beauty, this country has a unique history, distinctive cuisine, from an international hotel and hospitable people.

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