Tourist destinations on the Adriatic – 1st part

ARCOTEL Allegra gives you an overview of the top tourist destinations on the Croatian coast. If you are traveling through Zagreb, be sure to contact our friendly staff who will provide you with more detailed information about the best tourist destinations in Croatia. Enjoy the beauty of Croatia!

Dubrovnik is one of the most attractive tourist destinations not only in Croatia but also in the Mediterranean. Because of its cultural heritage and beauty, already 30 years ago the town was added to the UNESCO list of world cultural heritage. Numerous churches, religious buildings, city walls, fortresses and museums enchant every visitor. Anyone can find a beach of their preference and enjoy romantic hidden coves. A vast choice of recreation and sports await each guest. With an evening walk through town let yourself be enthralled by street singers, Dalmatian singing groups klape, troubadours and serenade singers.

Bol - one of the most beautiful tourist places in the central southern part of the island of Brač. Numerous monuments testify to the rich history of this region. "Zlatni rat" is one of the biggest and most beautiful attractions of the Adriatic. A promising number of restaurants and taverns offer delicious specialties of the island of Brač.

The island of Hvar is the longest and sunniest island in the Adriatic, and one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is known for its mild Mediterranean climate, where the winters are mild and the summers are pleasant. The economy of the island is based on tourism, fishing, olive growing and cultivation of rosemary and lavender. The nightlife in the town of Hvar is one of the liveliest in Dalmatia.

Split - the second largest town in Croatia and one of the most visited and most popular destinations on the Adriatic coast. Numerous historical monuments such as the Diocletian's Palace, the statue of Gregory of Nin, the cathedral. Peristyle, city basements and many other monuments bear witness to its turbulent past. In its proximity lies the town of Trogir, which is known as the town museum.

Vis - the main features of this central Dalmatian island are clean and beautiful sea, sand and pebble beaches and numerous bays that are true oases of peace. In the town of Vis there is a variety of archaeological remains that tell a lot about the development of the city. Ancient art in Vis is reflected in the bronze head of the goddess Artemis, ceramic vases, heads of men and women, collection of amphorae found on the seabed and many others.

Novalja is the most important tourist center of the island of Pag with a rich cultural and historical heritage such as three early Christian basilicas from the 4^th and 5^th century, Roman aqueduct from the 1^st  century, the remains of the mosaic floor of one of the basilicas, which is located within the Gothic church of Our Lady of the Rosary, the submerged ruins of the Roman town Cisse in today’s Caska. For divers, it will be of interest to visit the remains of a sunken merchant ship from 1^st century BC. For young adults looking for fun until the wee hours of the morning, Novalja is the right place to visit as it offers the best nightlife in Croatia. The legendary nightlife of this place is centered around the beach Zrće visited in the summer by young people across Europe precisely because of its nightlife. Visit numerous restaurants and taverns in Novalja and try the specialties of the island such as cheese and lamb.

Baška is a place on the island of Krk where  one of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic coast is located, town of a typical Mediterranean look with stone houses and narrow streets. Tourism started to develop here in the early 20^th century. Baška is a home of many historic sites from old buildings and palaces to cultural sacral monuments. Moroever, Baška has many beautiful sand and pebble beaches.

Pula - a town founded by the Illyrian tribe Histri as the oldest population in Istria. Colonia Pietas Iulia Pola was built in the 1^st century BC. It is a town of rich history and cultural sites such as the amphitheater, the Temple of Augustus, Triumphal Arch of Sergius, City Hall, the Gate of Hercules, Forum, Castle, Twin Gates and City Walls, the church and monastery of St.Francis, and various other attractions. Crystal clear waters and rugged coastline provide a range of opportunities to enjoy the beautiful sandy and rocky beaches.