Dalmatia: details about the historical region in Croatia. The best resorts in Croatia: Central Dalmatia Holidays in Dalmatia Croatia

Resorts of Central Dalmatia are mentioned and recommended on tourism forums for family vacation in Croatia more often than any other.

Despite the fact that suitable places in the northern and south coast plenty, this region, especially the Makarska Riviera, is most in demand for holidays with the whole family. The popularity of Central Dalmatia is confirmed by Europe's Best Destinations rating: Split has long been included in the list of the best summer resorts, and in 2018 the list was expanded to include the island of Hvar.

You will find complete information about holidays with children in Central Dalmatia in our review. Find out about the main resorts in the region, the best beaches, excursions and entertainment.

Central Dalmatia on the map of Croatia

Central Dalmatia- one of the largest resort areas, located in the central part Adriatic coast Croatia. In fact, this is the coast of the Split-Dalmatia County (the administrative center is the city of Split), stretching from Trogir in the north to the small town of Gradac in the south.

Distance from Split to the main resorts: Trogir - 28 km, Omis - 25 km, Brela - 50 km, Baska Voda - 52 km, Makarska - 86 km, Tucepi - 91 km.

If you look on the map where Central Dalmatia is located, you cannot help but notice the scattering large islands and islets. Among them there are several famous resorts and tourist places- for example, the islands of Brac, Hvar and Vis.

It should be added that Central Dalmatia is usually divided into two parts: the Split region, which includes Split itself, Trogir, the islands of Brac and Hvar, and the Makarska Riviera region, which includes the resorts of Makarska, Baska Voda, Brela and their surroundings. It is the Makarska Riviera that is considered the center of family recreation.

Vacation with children

Central Dalmatia is one of the best regions Croatia, where you can relax with your child in the summer. Firstly, this is facilitated perfect climatic conditions : absence of sweltering heat, 285 sunny days a year, clean sea, healing combination of mountain and sea air, pine needles and aromatic Mediterranean herbs.

Secondly, the resorts of Central Dalmatia are located in temperate latitudes. Thanks to this, acclimatization in a new place goes unnoticed, and already in the first days of your holiday in Central Dalmatia you will be able to spend time on the beach and eat simple, healthy Croatian cuisine.

Thirdly, the resorts in the region are not alike, and when going to Central Dalmatia with children, you can choose what you like.

There are small towns and villages here without crowds of tourists and music until the morning. These resorts are perfect for have a relaxing holiday With infant, (for example Brela, Tučepi or Promajna). And there are cities that are ideal for active families, for whom evening entertainment is one of the important components of a successful vacation (for example, the city of Makarska).

The region's beaches deserve special praise. The shore is almost everywhere covered with pebbles, and therefore the water in the sea is clear even when there is nowhere for an apple to fall on the beaches. The entrance to the water is usually gentle, so small swimmers will not be frightened by the increase in depth.

It must be said that in Central Dalmatia there is not as much entertainment for children as in family resorts other countries. We recommend coming here with preschoolers for whom playgrounds and trampolines are enough, or with teenagers who will enjoy excursions to museums, leisure and travel through natural parks.

When is the best time to go?

The high season in Central Dalmatia is short but very stormy. In mid-May, summer sets in on the coast, and the number of charters flying into Split airport immediately increases. Since mid-September the weather has deteriorated and airlines have curtailed flights.

To enjoy peace, half-empty beaches and leisurely walks, we recommend coming at the opening of the season in Central Dalmatia, that is, at the end of May - beginning of June. At this time you can already go on excursions, sunbathe, but it’s too early to swim.

July-August sees the greatest influx of tourists. The beaches are crowded at this time, and vacation prices rise. If the choice of when is the best time to go to Central Dalmatia falls on the second half of summer, try to book accommodation as early as possible: the best options are snapped up very quickly.

Weather and climate

The climate of Central Dalmatia is Mediterranean, mild, with long summers without tedious heat. Of course, the beach season here is shorter than in Greek Crete or Spanish Andalusia, but three full months for a vacation with a child is not enough.

Summer comes to the resorts of Central Dalmatia at the end of May. By this time, the air warms up to +25°C, and you can sunbathe to your heart’s content on the beaches.

True, the sea is still a little cold for swimming: the water remains invigorating for another two to three weeks. Since there are not very many vacationers at the resorts yet, traveling with a baby to Central Dalmatia will be calm and comfortable.

In June, the air temperature rises a little more, although it generally stays within +25-27°C. At the beginning of summer there is a slight cooling down to +20°C, which lasts no longer than two days and is not capable of spoiling your holiday in Central Dalmatia.

In July and the first half of August, the heat reaches its maximum: sometimes the thermometer reaches +35°C, although average temperature this time is about +28°C.

By the end of summer, the heat gradually subsides, although the warmth does not seem to leave the coast. In the second half of August, you can most often see +28-30°C on thermometers. If we take into account only the weather (and neglect the huge number of tourists), then best holiday It’s impossible to imagine living in Central Dalmatia with children.

In September the weather becomes unpredictable. Every year is different: sometimes in the first days of autumn it gets cold to +15-20°C, sometimes on the coast the heat lingers up to +30°C. From October to April, summer resorts are empty.

The weather in Central Dalmatia has two features that need to be taken into account when planning a vacation:

1. Autumn, winter and spring in the region are very rainy, and it often rains in June-July. Only in August there is almost no precipitation.
2. The nights at the resorts are very cold: in May-June and September the night temperature is only +8-13°C, in July-August +15-16°C.

Sea water temperature

Good news for those who don't think beach holiday without swimming in the sea: the swimming season in Central Dalmatia opens simultaneously with the beach season.

And if at the end of May - beginning of June you can only take a dip for a short time, since the sea temperature is +21°C, then after a couple of weeks the water warms up to +22-23°C.

Maximum water temperature in Central Dalmatia established in July-August: in the sea, warmed up to +24-25°C, even kids can splash around for a long time. If the summer is particularly hot, the sea temperature reaches +28°C; due to rain, the water can cool to +24°C.

In September the water becomes cool quite quickly. If at the beginning of the month the temperature is +24°C, then at the end it is only +21°C.

Transport

Urban public transport in Central Dalmatia are practically absent. Small resorts can be explored on foot, and if desired, by bicycle.

Some bus routes there is only in Split, a relatively large city. Travel on city buses costs 1.30 euros if you buy tickets at kiosks, and 1.50 euros if you pay the driver. There is no discount on tickets for children.

Intercity transport in Central Dalmatia is very well developed. Buses will take you from any resort to Split, Zadar, Zagreb and other cities. Timetables can be found on the bus station websites.

Getting around Central Dalmatia by taxi is less popular because it is an expensive form of transport in Croatia. So, a transfer from the airport to the resorts, depending on the distance, will cost 40-120 euros, while travel by intercity bus costs 3-10 euros.

If you plan to travel a lot, it makes sense to rent a car. Rental offices operate at the airport, but you can book a car before arrival.

Highways in Croatia are of high quality; in cities there are toll and free parking, and parking fees in the city center are quite reasonable.

The only way to get to the Paklinski Islands is to take a ferry or catamaran. The journey takes about an hour; ferries to the islands of Brac and Hvar depart from Split and Makarska.

Strictly speaking, you can get to Brac by plane, since the island has own airport, but this is only justified if you are going to relax on Brac.

Numerous resorts in Central Dalmatia - both small villages and cities - almost all have an ancient history, which gives them a special flavor. The choice of resort depends on the type of holiday: for active, with a variety of social and cultural entertainment more suitable Big City(for example, Split) - however, prices here will be higher.

Beach resorts

The beaches of Central Dalmatia are some of the best on the Adriatic: there are many pebble and small-pebble beaches with convenient access to the sea, which makes local resorts attractive for families with children. The shores, as a rule, are overgrown with vegetation, often with pine trees - their esters and aroma make the sea air truly healing, and in the shade you can hide from the hot midday sun. The water here has a high iodine content. The region is one of the sunniest in the Mediterranean (for example, in Split a sunny day in July is 12 hours, and on average a year is 7 hours).

All beaches in Central Dalmatia are municipal and admission is free. They are clean and fairly equipped. For holidays with children, small ones are preferred pebble beaches. On rocky beaches, special swimming shoes are required. Umbrellas and sunbeds are often provided by hotels, and paid rentals will cost approximately 1 euro per item.

Makarska Riviera

South of Split, the cities of Brela, Baska Voda, Makarska, Tučepi and Podgora form the Makarska Riviera, a prestigious and expensive region of Dalmatia.

Brela famous for its magnificent pine forests, small pebble beach and local cuisine with an abundance of seafood dishes.

Baska Voda – small town 75 km from Split airport. Small pebble beaches, clear seas and many bars, discos and restaurants make the city an attractive place for beach, sports and youth recreation.

Makarska- one of the oldest resorts in Central Dalmatia - famous not only for its clean pebble beaches and sports grounds, but also the atmosphere ancient city with quiet narrow streets, cafes and a Franciscan monastery with a shell museum. It is good for both beach and family romantic getaway. This is one of the most prestigious expensive resorts region.

Tucepi has a well-equipped sand and pebble beach with a gentle entrance to the sea, which is very favorable for vacationers with children, and the local pier, protected from the winds by a dam, will be appreciated by yachtsmen.

Podgora in addition to pebble beaches and sea ​​coast It also has sources of healing mineral water.

Dalmatia extends from Zadar in the north to the Bay of Kotor (now part of Montenegro) in the south. The coastline of this land is one of the most beautiful in Europe. In front of a wall of gray, harsh rocks, a ribbon of lush green vegetation stretches along the sea. In some places there are palm trees and olive plantations. There are many excellently preserved medieval Venetian towns along the coast. Sea water in this resort paradise is crystal clear. Numerous coastal islands attract travelers with ancient villages and mysterious caves. In the 70s and 80s Dalmatia experienced a tourism boom.

Then a crisis followed in 1991-1995, when due to the war the number of visitors dropped to almost zero. Now that the country has returned to peaceful life, Dalmatia has again become favorite place recreation. However, when you come here, you most likely won't see crowded beaches. Adriatic islands are capable of “absorbing” any number of holidaymakers, and on the mainland tourist centers located at a decent distance from the main cities. The inland areas of Dalmatia are characterized by barren, rocky soil and an arid climate, while in the coastal areas, on the contrary, the climate is favorable and the soil is fertile.

This difference is reflected in the duality of the historical destinies of the region. Coastal cities and the islands had long enjoyed the fruits of a thriving Mediterranean culture, while the sparsely populated interior was more subject to political uncertainty. Coastal residents have always been well off thanks to fishing, olive growing and winemaking, while life in central parts Dalmatia - especially in the driest area called "kamenjar" ("stone field") - was much more difficult. During its historical development, Dalmatia was exposed to various cultural influences: ancient Roman, Venetian and Italian, and each of them left its mark.

For example, Dalmatian children still call men in Italian – “barba” (“beard”, “uncle”). And respectable gentlemen are called “sjor” (that is, “senior”). The various influences are so mixed up that it is difficult to determine which national culture represent modern Dalmatians. Residents of Northern Croatia will tell you that time slowed down in Dalmatia. Because of their slowness, Dalmatians are jokingly called “tovari” (“donkeys”). However, even after a short visit it becomes clear that established ideas are far from reality.

The true difference between Dalmatia is that it is somewhat poorer than the northern regions of the country. Local industry was destroyed during the war in the 90s and initially recovered extremely slowly. Fortunately, the construction of the Split highway in 2004 gave a powerful boost to the economy. Thanks to the new road, the journey to the coast now takes much less time, and the resorts of Dalmatia have become even more accessible to all Europeans. Culturally and historically, Dalmatia is a single region, but the description below is divided into two parts corresponding to the two main cities.

First we talk about the Zadar region, then about the Split region. Life in Northern Dalmatia revolves around the bustling seaport of Zadar. From there, ferries run to the islands of the Zadar archipelago, many of which have preserved their pristine nature. From Zadar, many tourists head south to explore the natural beauty of the islands of Kornati and National Park Krka. Main administrative center Dalmatia is Split. It is a bustling and chaotic, but still attractive city. From Split, many tourists go to their favorite resort islands: and Korcula.

And Vis is relatively little explored by vacationers. The road from Split along the coast passes through resort town, and then through Dubrovnik. Traveling around Dalmatia is easy. There is only one big road– Jadranska Magistrala. There are frequent buses running along it any day of the week. Bus service connects all the main centers of the region. The journey from Zadar to Zadar takes about 7 hours. However, if you want to take a bus in a small town, you may have to stand on the side of the highway for a while and wait for a bus to stop.

For travelers with their own transport, the Zagreb-Split highway is not only the fastest route to Dalmatia from Northern Croatia, but also the most convenient road connecting Zadar, Sibenik and Split. It runs a few kilometers from the coastal highway. Ferries or catamarans go to almost everything inhabited islands. In addition, in the summer, ships ply along the coast five times a week: from to Dubrovnik, calling at the main ports and islands. Once a week these ships go further - to Italian city Bari. There is a ferry service between Zadar and Ancona.

A Brief History of Dalmatia

The territory of Dalmatia was first inhabited by the ancient Greeks. They founded colonies on the islands of Vis (in Greek - Issa) and Hvar (Pharos) at the beginning of the 4th century BC. The name "Dalmatia" was given to this land by the Romans. It comes from the Illyrian word “delmat” (proud, brave person). In the 1st century BC, when the Illyrian tribes came under Roman rule, the old greek cities began to lose their key importance. Continental centers became the new centers settlements Yadera (Zadar) and (Solin, near Split). Latin urban culture remained practically unchanged in them for a long time, despite the fall of the Roman Empire and the short period of Ostrogothic rule.

After some time, Dalmatia became one of the provinces of Byzantium. The Avar-Slavic invasion in 614 caused great damage to the cities. Zadar was significantly weakened, and Salona was completely destroyed. True, on the site of Salona, ​​Roman-Illyrian refugees founded new town– Split, which later became the largest in the region. Byzantium soon nominally regained control over Dalmatia, but in the landlocked interior, the influence of the Croats, who arrived after the Avars, began to increase. By the 12th century. The Croatian state, and later its successor, the Hungarian-Croatian Kingdom, began to successfully compete with Byzantium and the new regional leader, Venice, for control of the coast.

More and more Croats moved to the cities, and the Croatian language became widely used, although Latin was still used for written language. The king of the Hungarian-Croatian kingdom, Ladislas of Nepolis, sold his rights to Venice in 1409. The cities submitted peacefully to the new rule, in return for which they were promised some degree of autonomy. However, contrary to the expectations of the Dalmatians, the Venetians kept the cities on a short leash. Municipal self-government was deprived of influence. In each city there was a governor (knez) endowed with all powers, reporting directly to the Venetian Doge.

The entire flow of goods, both import and export, went through Venice. The sharp class division of Dalmatian society did not allow a concerted rebuff to the Venetians. For example, a riot ordinary people in 1510, under the leadership of Matija Ivanich in Hvar, it was directed simultaneously against the invaders and against the local oligarchy. Under the rule of the Venetians, Dalmatia again, as in the days Ancient Rome, became closely connected by economic and other ties with the rest of the Mediterranean. Thanks to this, the seeds of the Renaissance fell on its soil, and many wonderful examples of Italian architecture appeared in the cities.

However, numerous Venetian arcades and bell towers did not transform local population to the Venetians. Representatives of the urban elite of Dalmatia in the 15th century retained their national identity. They cherished and developed the Croatian language as a symbol of their patriotic aspirations. In 1521, one of the leaders of the national cultural movement, Marko Marulić, who lived in Split, published the first epic poetic work translated into Croatian (“Judith”; Judita). And in the book of Zadar resident Petar Zoranic “Mountains” (Planine), published in 1569, there is a scene in which the Croatian nymph cries because in Dalmatia there are no people who would be proud of their language.

Venetian political power was unshakable for a long time, despite Turkish expansion in Europe. The merchant republic tried to live in peace with the Turks so that trade would go smoothly. However, during major conflicts, in particular during the Cyprus War (1570-1571) and the Kandyan War (1645-1669), the armies of the opposing sides sometimes found themselves in the central regions of Dalmatia. The defeat of the Ottoman troops near Vienna in 1683 made it possible for the Venetians to oust the Turkish armed forces from Dalmatia to Bosnia. However, during the decades during which the conflict continued, the population structure of Dalmatia itself changed.

Many Croats from the interior moved to the coast, and in the interior there were migrants from other inland areas of the Balkan Peninsula. Most of them were called Vlachs (“vlah” or “vlaj”). This name previously applied only to nomadic tribes descended from the ancient Roman-Illyrian population, but later began to cover all pastoral peoples of the interior regions. The population did not attach importance to their exact ethnic identification. A significantly important role was played by the fact that the majority of the “Vlachs” professed Orthodoxy and belonged to the Serbian Orthodox Church.

As a result, they identified themselves more and more with the Serbs over time. It is difficult for historians of ethnography to answer the question about the nationality of the then population of Inner Dalmatia also because the Venetians called all these inhabitants “morlachi” (morlachi), regardless of their language and culture. It is believed that this term comes from a combination of the name “Vlachs” with the Greek word “mavro” - “black”. Morlachs were the name given to Dalmatians who lived outside the cultural environment of coastal cities and islands.

Foreign travelers romanticized the harsh, simple life Morlachs, however, residents of the urbanized coast avoided their less civilized neighbors, meeting them only at fairs. Until the 12th century, even educated Croats knew little about the Morlachs, who were also called Zagorci and Vlaji. Now in Split, those townspeople who cannot see the sea from their windows are jokingly called vlai. Venetian rule lasted for 350 years. It gave Dalmatian cities peace and quiet, but inevitably led to political and economic stagnation.

The fall of the Venetian Republic in 1797 was followed by a brief Austrian interregnum, and in 1808 Napoleon incorporated Dalmatia into the Illyrian Republic, which was an artificial union of Adriatic and West Slavic lands. The capital of the Illyrian Republic was located in. French reforms had a beneficial effect on the region and brought it out of economic stagnation. The construction of roads, the development of production began, the country opened up to new scientific and educational ideas. However, the French did not win the sympathy of the local population.

The decision to close the monasteries deeply offended the feelings of devout Catholics. In addition, because of foreign aliens, Dalmatia was drawn into wars with and. English troops occupied Vis in 1811 and bombarded Zadar in 1813. In 1815 Dalmatia became part of the Austrian Empire. There was hope that in this way the region would unite with other Croatian lands. Hope was dashed when Dalmatia was declared a separate province of the empire. Officials who spoke German and Italian were sent to govern the province. Italian was declared the official language.

In the middle of the 19th century, the population of Dalmatia was slightly more than 400 thousand people, among whom 340 thousand were Slavs and only 16 thousand were Italians. Nevertheless, until the 60s of the 19th century there were no Croatian schools in the country. Many Croats living on the coast considered free ownership Italian as a sign of cultural superiority and believed that they had little in common with the inhabitants of the interior regions. This began to change in 1848, when the newly formed Croatian Council (parliament) in Zagreb raised the issue of uniting Dalmatia with the rest of Croatia.

The Viennese court rejected this idea completely, but from then on it could no longer hinder the growth of national consciousness in the Adriatic cities. In 1861, the creation of the Dalmatian Assembly opened up a political arena dominated by the populists (Narodnjaci), who advocated the unification of Dalmatia with historical center continental Croatia, and the Autonomians (Autonomasi), who considered Dalmatia as an independent socio-cultural unit. The Autonomists were supported by the Italians and those Croats who were oriented toward the unified government that emerged in the international arena in 1861.

However, the defeat of the Italian fleet by the Austrian fleet off the island of Vis in 1866 reduced to zero the likelihood of Dalmatia's imminent annexation to the possessions. The Battle of Vis was also very important for the local Croatian population. The Croats began to celebrate its anniversary with special pomp to annoy their Italian neighbors. In 1870, the populists won an overwhelming majority in the Dalmatian Assembly. From 1883 Croatian became the official language in the assembly, but it was not used in civil and judicial documents until 1912.

Despite Italian claims, all of Dalmatia, with the exception of Zadar and, in 1918 became part of the State of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes (later Yugoslavia). However, the influence of Italian irredentism (a political movement for the unification of all lands inhabited by Italians) remained strong. It especially intensified after Mussolini came to power in 1922. The Italian occupation of Dalmatia in 1941-1943 only worsened interethnic relations in the country, and after the end of the war, most Italians were forced to emigrate.

The advent of socialism in 1945 failed to stop the mass emigration of the population to New World and Australia. After World War II, the traditional Adriatic economy, based on fishing and olive growing, gave way to an economy focused on heavy industry. As a result of the massive outflow of population to cities, the countryside was depopulated, and this imbalance in the distribution of human resources only partially began to be compensated with the development of tourism. In the 60s of the 20th century, the massive resort business in Dalmatia quickly took off, thanks to which the region reached such economic heights that it could not even dream of before.

Residents of large Yugoslav cities, in particular Zagreb and, began to purchase dachas (vikendice) on the coast. This radically changed the composition of the rural population and turned the Adriatic into a huge recreation area for the whole of Yugoslavia. After the collapse of Yugoslavia, many Serb-owned dachas were abandoned, sold or destroyed by right-wing extremists. Serbian forces at one point took control of the hinterland around and Benkovac, but despite attempts to capture Zadar, were never able to make their way to the sea.

The main damage to the coastal areas was that the war scared away tourists, and the seaside hotels were filled with refugees. After the establishment of peace, Slovenian, Italian and German tourists people began to come again to their long-loved vacation spot, and with the advent of the new millennium, they were joined by Hungarians, Poles, Czechs and the British. Thanks to this, Dalmatia has become one of the most cosmopolitan summer resorts in all of Europe.

Famous sights of Dalmatia

1). - Noisy seaport. Its narrow pedestrian streets around the cafes are bustling with life;

2). – Modern civilization has not had a destructive effect on the nature and ancient settlements of this island of the Zadar archipelago. The shores delight the eye with magnificent landscapes. Along the sea there are many villages, as if straight out of a painting;

3). Telaščica Bay– This small bay is a real kingdom natural beauty. The picturesquely rugged coastline, and majestic mountain cliffs, and an intricate labyrinth of coastal islands;

4). – A chain of barren islands with a sparse population, popular with travelers on boat trips;

5). – Tall waterfalls, bubbling rivers and a festive beach atmosphere attract many tourists here. It is the most visited natural monument in Central Dalmatia;

6). – An anthill of many cobbled streets, overlooked by a wonderful Romanesque cathedral;

Coordinates: 43.53909200,16.29786200

Split Airport

Split Airport – international Airport Croatia, located 25 kilometers from the city. This is the second largest airport in the country by passenger traffic, founded in 1966 in a very picturesque location.

The parking lot in front of the airport building is designed like a real one Botanical Garden. On a separate plot there is an olive grove of 850 trees. And all these events were carried out for a reason - they care about preserving Mediterranean traditions. On a small hill next to an olive grove you can see the small stone church of St. Bartholomew, built at the beginning of the 14th century.

Several years ago the airport underwent reconstruction and received new terminal larger area, as well as a new large platform. Thanks to the use of the most modern equipment, and an emphasis on the highest standards of quality passenger service, Split Airport deservedly has a reputation as one of best airports Europe.

Coordinates: 43.53909200,16.29786200

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Brac Island

Of all the Croatian islands, the island of Brac is considered the most beautiful. Picturesque nature, numerous resorts offering various entertainments, sandy and pebble beaches, the opportunity to swim underwater, explore marine flora and fauna, picturesque forests and landscapes, incredibly beautiful sunrises and sunsets that you can admire on the beautiful shore. All visitors to this island have the most delightful memories and a desire to return to the island again and again.

The island location is accompanied by the popularity of seafood dishes in cafes and restaurants.

Khovat, known for its hospitality, welcomes guests with pleasure. An atmosphere of cordiality and lightness reigns on this island.

Among the attractions on the island, it is necessary to highlight the village with old traditional houses - Shkrip, as well as the Golden Cape, which often changes the shape of the waters under the influence of water and wind. In general, the island of Brac has many places to explore nature and other features; visitors can expect a wonderful holiday on numerous beaches, privacy from the urban environment and a sunny mood.

Coordinates: 43.30869100,16.65252700

Biokovo - national park, which spreads throughout Mount Biokovo.

The picturesque coastline, canyons, caves and forests make up the park great place recreation. Some of the caves are so deep that even during hot summer months Snow and ice accumulate inside, which can even be used for storing food.

Of particular interest to tourists is the botanical garden located in the park and the road leading to the top of the mountain. Recreational enthusiasts can enjoy unlimited cycling here. mountain ranges, walking, horse riding and even paragliding.

From the very top of the peak opens beautiful view on Makarska Riviera, Adriatic Sea and the islands of central Dalmatia on a fine day.

At first glance, it seems that Biokovo Park does not have rich flora and fauna. However, in reality the opposite is true. There are more than 1,500 species of plants here, and some grow only here and nowhere else, and the mountain goats, which are simply everywhere here, are the local pride.

Coordinates: 43.32526700,17.04916600

Pločica Island

Pločica - small desert island, located between the islands of Hvar and Korcula. Despite its size, the island is perfect for both scuba diving and a relaxing holiday with children.

The only structure on the island, whose area is only 165 square meters, is the lighthouse, built in 1887. IN this moment it operates automatically, and its premises are used to accommodate tourists. The peculiarity of the island is its shape and location, thanks to which one of the shores has a rocky bottom, which attracts scuba divers, and the other has a gently sloping sandy bottom, which is ideal conditions for children and lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Coordinates: 43.03061200,16.81686800

Raducha Beach

Primosten is a port city and popular tourist resort in central Dalmatia, located between Sibenik and Split. It is a town with typical Mediterranean narrow streets and stone houses in the Old Town. Primošten has many shops, restaurants, bars, cafes and nightclubs. Not far from Primošten there are several small islands. One of the most famous and most beautiful beaches in Primosten - Raducha. This magnificent beach stretches along the peninsula. Its northern part is covered with pebbles, and its southern part is rocky. A small part of the beach is reserved for nudists. Not far from the beach there are hotels Slava, Zora and Raducha.

Coordinates: 43.58966400,15.92203300

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Saharun Beach

Dugi Otok is the most big Island Zadar archipelago, with an area of ​​about 115 km². There are many beautiful beaches here, all different from each other. Some of the island's beaches can only be reached by boat. Saharun Beach is located on the northwestern coast of the island and is easily accessible by car. It's gorgeous clean sand beach. There is a small snack bar on the beach. This place is becoming increasingly famous for its 24-hour summer beach parties. One of the local attractions is also a 41-meter lighthouse near Saharun, on Veli Rat.

Coordinates: 44.13366600,14.87158300

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