Croatia is a country that is located in Southern Europe. It is surrounded by Slovenia, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Montenegro. It is a country full in history and culture as well as exceptional historical spots to see, and below are listed 10 places that a visitor should witness in Croatia.
1.) Muzej Mimara
This outstanding museum is set in Zagreb, a major city in Croatia. What you are going to see here are works of art by well-known artists such as Lorenzetti, Van Dyck, Renoir, Rubens and other well-known artists. The collection of this museum is not defined to paintings alone, but it as well holds prehistoric exhibits and a priceless library.
2.) Archaeological Museum of Zagreb
This museum possesses in its collection large artefacts from Egypt. It also has in its possession the Zagreb mummy with its intact bandages. Aside from these and its other 400,000 objects or more, it too has stone monuments that were created during the Roman period.
3.) Medvedgrad
This is a fortress that is well kept and is based in the Medvednica Mountain. Once here, you will be given a magnificent view of the city below. Besides, you can always take a easy stroll here as you watch the grand views.
4.) Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
This cathedral is settled in Dubrovnik, a city of Croatia that is nicknamed the Pearl of the Adriatic. It was told that it was Richard the Lionhearted’s money that made this cathedral realizable to be erected. This is also a tourist point in Dubrovnik.
5.) Roland’s Column
This stone flag staff is as well based in Dubrovnik. This is likewise a must-see monument when you travel to Croatia. Roland’s Column is as well named Orlando’s Column.
6.) Archaeological Museum of Split
This Museum is accredited as Croatia’s oldest museum. It features some of the oldest artefacts during the prehistoric times and even has objects dating back to when the Greeks occupied the Adriatic. One of the favorite must-see objects here are the stone epitaph collections that was discovered in Salona, and you should also witness its collection of Roman and Greek artefacts.
7.) Diocletian Palace
This is Split’s historical center and is also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It incorporates numerous ancient and historical buildings. Because it is well kept and is a wonderful sight to behold, this has grown one of the most famed tourist destinations in Croatia.
8.) The Arena in Pula
This arena is placed in Pula and is known as one the biggest still-existing Roman amphitheaters in the whole world. This was preserved from near-destruction when the Venetians started taking the arena’s stones and placing them in their homes and other buildings all over Pula as well. Today, this serves as one of the greatest wonders of Croatia.
9.) The Forum in Pula
This is what they call Pula City’s master square. Here, you will find an ancient city mansion that was set up during the 16th century. What is interesting in this city residence hall is that some parts of it were built applying pieces of an old temple.
10.) Tvrda
This is a defending fort that was built up during the eighteenth century, and this is placed in the city of Osijek. This is a exceptional location to see as it is still a well-preserved military complex that at present houses beautiful buildings, and you will also find here the Museum of Slavonia that houses artifacts that dates as far back as the Roman era. What is specific about Tvrda is that, at nighttime, it becomes alive as locals and foreigners go bar and club hopping.
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