DID YOU KNOW THESE INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT CROATIA?
So called Pearl of Adriatic, town of Dubrovnik has the most preserved fortification system in Europe. Within its fortified walls the HBO series Game of Thrones was filmed (as well as on the island Lokrum and in town of Split, Klis, Trogir and Å ibenik).
The tie (cravat) was named after Croat soldiery’s uniform accessory (long piece of fabric that was tied) worn around neck in first part of 17th century. Croats celebrate Cravat Day on October 18th.
After the Great Wall of China, world’s second largest preserved fortification system are 5,5 km long Walls of Ston.
Hvar has average of 2.800 sunshine hours per year.
Most famous beach Zlatni rat on island BraÄ changes it shape daily depending on the winds and waves.
Dalmatian dog origin is officially recognized as Croat and its breed was named after a province Dalmatia.
The world first Sea Organ was built in Zadar. This musical promenade allows sea waves to produce sound entering the tubes located underneath a set of large stone steps.
Croatia has more listed UNESCO Intangible Goods than any other European country.
The Amphitheater in Pula is the 6th largest in the Roman empire, and the only one that has preserved all tree column stores.
Roman emperor Diocletian who built the Palace in Split was the first emperor ever to abdicate so he could enjoy relaxed life in his palace.
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