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Traditions in Croatia
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik is the most majestic and refined city of Croatia, and known as "The Pearl of Adriatic Sea". Tourists remember it by red terracotta roofs, the marble areas, lonely monasteries and majestic walls. According to UNESCO, it is one of the most beautiful European cities: Dubrovnik concedes only to Venice and Amsterdam. The local people possess special friendly and hospitable attitude towards tourists and are welcoming them to explore their astonishing city. By the way, this is one of the … Read more 
Hvar
Sunny island of Hvar is one of the most prestigious resorts in Croatia. It attracts visitors with its unique nature and abundance of historical monuments. Lavender fascinating with its unique aroma is the national symbol of the island. Many travelers are eager to visit the island in June, as at this time lavender and pink oleanders begin to bloom. Extensive fields studded with tiny purple and pink flowers look simply inimitable. Tourists also prefer to bring lavender as a souvenir from the … Read more
Zadar
Travelers are usually attracted not only by numerous places of interest of Zadar, but also by its rich calendar of cultural events. Throughout a year the city hosts many interesting holidays, festivals and fairs, visiting which will be interesting to every tourist. Late April is a traditional time for the festival "Days of Flowers". The festival lasts three days and is accompanied by numerous interesting recreational activities. Participants of the exciting event are welcome to visit interesting … Read more
Zagreb
Zagreb is famous for its colorful festivals and national holidays that attract curious tourists from all over the world. Experienced travelers have reasons when they call Zagreb "festival city". Numerous events take place there literally every month and are devoted to various themes. April is the traditional time for a festival called Music Biennial. This event attracts not only local and national groups, but also guests from foreign countries. In the beginning of summer Zagreb hosts Animation … Read more
Porec
Festival Dzhostra is prominent event in the city’s cultural life, visit of this festival is like real travel to past. People dressed in old aristocratic suits, brave knights and adroit juggler – owing to all the unrepeatable atmosphere of the Middle-Ages covers the city’s streets for a few days. Beautiful national music sounds in the streets and squares, there are performances of street actors and works of colorful trade fairs. At the primary squares of city there are wealthy festive … Read more
Opatija
Culture of OPatija is a unique fusion of Slavonic, European and Oriental traditions. Local people are rather moderate, but as the same time amiable and friendly, they are trustful and supportive being ready to assist even a stranger. The main features of national character are sociability in communication and buoyancy. Residents of Opatija are really nice and agreeable being rather curious and interesting interlocutors. Hospitality and good nature of local people are that traits which make this … Read more
Makarska
The small beach resort will please travellers with a variety of interesting holidays and festivals that are held here throughout the year. Most of the holidays dedicated to national culture and traditions are held in the summer, the largest is the festival Makarska Ljeto. The colourful summer festival is dedicated to a variety of areas of regional culture, it is attended by famous musical groups, dancers, artists and street artists. As part of the festival, the resort hosts open-air concerts, … Read more
Osijek
Osijek is rich in beautiful traditions and customs, and local people do a lot of effort to preserve them. All major holidays and festivities taking place in the city are necessarily accompanied by traditional music and dance performances. The city boasts of many folklore groups, while ordinary citizens also like to wear beautiful national costumes on holidays. A vivid manifestation of the regional culture is local craft workshops where tourists can buy all kinds of handicrafts. Lace weaving … Read more
