On the roads of the sun, from Istria to Dalmatia, images of large cliffs and vast maritime domains pass by as in a film. The Adriatic coast attracts like a magnet. A blue, crystal-clear sea, rugged rocks, beaches and coves that follow one another, panoramic walks and vistas, and off-shore, archipelagos of great beauty. The postcard of Croatia, country of a thousand and one islands, still makes you dream as much as ever. The Mediterranean climate contributes to the joys of the seaside resort in summer and, in the hinterland, nature is dazzling. A hike in Croatia is a must to enjoy the destination. Especially in Dalmatian national parks. Between lakes and mountains, deep valleys carved by powerful rivers, large meadows and unspoilt forests, you can spend whole days hiking, river cruising, cycling, climbing, rafting, canoeing or simply taking long contemplative family walks. An ideal activity that can be combined with the discovery of mythical cities on the Croatian coast. It will be necessary to settle in Zadar, a superb historical city and three times millenary, to follow the thread of history thanks to an exceptional ancient and medieval heritage, an ancient and medieval heritage preserved. With a good cultural activity, ports and other marinas, this is a good base for visiting all of Dalmatia, between land and sea. From here you can also tackle the mountain ranges of the Paklenica Velebit or Lake Vransko, one of the largest in Europe.
Further south stands Šibenik, its historic centre, the Cathedral of Santiago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its many churches, dungeons, towers and palaces built between the 14th and 17th centuries, its labyrinthine alleys, which make it a very pleasant spot to visit. In addition, the region of Šibenik, in the centre of Dalmatia, is bordered on one side by the Dinaric mountains and on the other by the Adriatic Sea. It will be necessary to discover the archaeological areas of the ancient Roman cities (Scardona, Ribera, Burnum, Varvaria, Danilo), the double early Christian church of Srima (6th and 7th centuries), the ruins of the first cities of the Croatian governors Bribir and Bribirska, a historic canal, the Šibenik archipelago but also the islands of Zlarin, Zmajan, Kaprije or Prvič Other major interests of the region: two of the most beautiful national parks in Croatia, the lakes and waterfalls of the Krka River, Skradin the seaside city on its shores as well as the Kornati Archipelago, a marine park made up of 125 islands and islets
As we continue our descent towards the south of the country, we will also set down our suitcase in Split, the most dynamic seaside resort in the region. This city, two thousand years old and unlike any other, has a superb Roman palace. And few cities offer so many opportunities for excursions and leisure in its surroundings. On the northern Riviera, the road leads us to the ancient capital Solin and the picturesque Trogir peninsula, making a detour along the Cetina River for impressive rafting and canyoning descents. On the southern Riviera, coves, rocks, pine forests and small beaches alternate as far as Makarska to the delight of tourist families. And from Split, you can embark on the island of Hvar, the festive socialite with its superb paved historic centre, Brac, the indolent Mediterranean with its beautiful beaches, Vis, the most distant and wild, or Biševo, the mysterious with its famous Blue Grotto
Finally, it will be necessary to finish your stay in Dubrovnik, the "pearl of the Adriatic", and one of the most beautiful fortified cities in the world. On the promenade of the ramparts, you can see the walled city, the old port, with breathtaking views of the Elaphite Islands and the turquoise sea in the background. A real pleasure!
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