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Croatia (i/kroʊˈeɪʃə/ kroh-AY-shə; Croatian: Hrvatska [xř̩ʋaːtskaː]), officially the Republic of Croatia (Croatian: Republika Hrvatska, listen ), is a sovereign state at the crossroads of Central Europe, Southeast Europe, and the Mediterranean. Its capital city is Zagreb, which forms one of the country's primary subdivisions, along with its twenty counties. Croatia covers 56,594 square kilometres (21,851 square miles) and has diverse, mostly continental and Mediterranean climates. Croatia's Adriatic Sea coast contains more than a thousand islands. The country's population is 4.28 million, most of whom are Croats, with the most common religious denomination being Roman Catholicism.
The Croats arrived in the area of present-day Croatia during the early part of the 7th century AD. They organised the state into two duchies by the 9th century. Tomislav became the first king by 925, elevating Croatia to the status of a kingdom. The Kingdom of Croatia retained its sovereignty for nearly two centuries, reaching its peak during the rule of Kings Peter Krešimir IV and Dmitar Zvonimir. Croatia entered a personal union with Hungary in 1102. In 1527, faced with Ottoman conquest, the Croatian Parliament elected Ferdinand I of the House of Habsburg to the Croatian throne. In 1918, after World War I, Croatia was included in the unrecognised State of Slovenes, Croats and Serbs which seceded from Austria-Hungary and merged into the Kingdom of Yugoslavia. A fascist Croatian puppet state existed during World War II. After the war, Croatia became a founding member and a federal constituent of Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, a constitutionally socialist state. In June 1991, Croatia declared independence, which came into effect on 8 October of the same year. The Croatian War of Independence was fought successfully during the four years following the declaration.
Split (Croatian pronunciation: [splît]; Italian: Spalato, see Name section) is the second-largest city of Croatia and the largest city of the region of Dalmatia. It lies on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, centred on the Roman Palace of the Emperor Diocletian. Spread over a central peninsula and its surroundings, Split's greater area includes the neighboring seaside towns as well. An intraregional transport hub and popular tourist destination, the city is a link to numerous Adriatic islands and the Apennine peninsula.
Split is one of the oldest cities in the area. While traditionally considered just over 1,700 years old, counting from the construction of Diocletian's Palace in 305 CE, the city was in fact founded as the Greek colony of Aspálathos (Aσπάλαθος) in the 4th century BC, about 2,400 years ago. It became a prominent settlement around 650 AD, when it succeeded the ancient capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, Salona: as after the Sack of Salona by the Avars and Slavs, the fortified Palace of Diocletian was settled by the Roman refugees. Split became a Byzantine city, to later gradually drift into the sphere of the Byzantine vassal, the Republic of Venice, and the Croatian Kingdom, with the Byzantines retaining nominal suzerainty. For much of the High and Late Middle Ages, Split enjoyed autonomy as a free city, caught in the middle of a struggle between Venice and the king of Hungary for control over the Dalmatian cities.
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Surrounded by mountains and sea, Split has it all: Roman ruins, trendy shops and fashionable restaurants. Produced by: Fritzie Andrade, Max Cantor, Chris Carmichael, Will Lloyd, Dinko Paleka and Sarah Brady Voll http://www.nytimes.com/video/travel/100000003725129/36-hours-in-split.html Read the story here: http://nyti.ms/1JuWYg4 Subscribe on YouTube: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n Watch more videos at: http://nytimes.com/video
http://split.inyourpocket.com Split In Your Pocket editor Kristina Kovač tours the main sites of Split, Croatias second largest city. From Narodni Trg (People's Square), commonly reffered to as 'Pjaca' to Diocletian's Palace (Dioklecijanova palača) and the Cathedral of St Domnius (Katedrala sv. Dujma) around the Peristyle (Peristil). From Riva, the waterfront into Marmontova ulica, the shopping street to the Fish Market (Ribarnica) and the Prokurative as Trg Republike (Republic Square) is known. Hiking up Marjan Hill and Telegrin at 178m before plunging at Bačvice beach and a game of of picigin. And before leaving dont forget to tickle Grgur Ninski (Gregory of Nin) big toes. For more information on sightseeing in Split check out Split In Your Pocket: http://split.inyourpocket.com/Sight...
Split's residents are literally living in a Roman palace. In the fourth century AD the Roman Emperor Diocletian retired and built a vast residence to live out his golden years here in his native Dalmatia. Later when Rome fell, Diocletian's palace was abandoned. Eventually, a medieval town sprouted from its abandoned classical shell and his mausoleum became a cathedral. To this day, the maze of narrow alleys — once literally Diocletian's hallways — make up the core of Split. Nearby, the seaside promenade is perfect for a stroll. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit http://www.ricksteves.com.
Dos Trotamundos scooter around Split, Croatia and discover a variety of beaches to relax and enjoy. For more backpacking adventures join #vamoskigo and Dos Trotamundos as they wander the globe in their kigos. Get inspired, pack your bag & go with VAMOS KIGO.
Split is the second largest city in Croatia lying on the Adriatic coastline. This is one of the oldest Cities dating back 1700 years to an ancient time where Greeks and Romans ruled. It's a place of historical monuments and resorts to explore. The old city is an ancient maze of limestone streets with cafes throughout, while the beaches provide some of the cleanest water to swim in. A transportation hub that brings travellers to sail to the many adjacent islands such as Hvar, another island I explored. There are adventurous hiking trails that wrap around the peninsula. Courtyards with concerts and events, with an exciting Riva waterfront promenade to stroll and enjoy the cafes and scenery. Split is one of the most cleanest and beautiful cities I have ever visited. Follow this video as I ta...
Subscribe to my channel: http://goo.gl/y9hQsB We decided to go to Croatia with a group of friends, and it did not disappoint. Croatia is only a 1,5 hour flight away so it's super easy for us to get there and the prices are reasonable.. not cheap though;) We landed in Split and Sara's flight was delayed so we decided to check out Split for a few hours.. uhh I just love these old Mediterranean cities they have this amazing vibe which resonate with me in a super way.. I always just love them:) ………………………… If you are interested in more lifestyle videos then maybe check out my other channel GoDownsize: https://www.youtube.com/user/godownsizecom ……………………………… Gear used to shoot and edit these videos: Camera Sony: http://amzn.to/1HBjEaF Boom mic: http://amzn.to/1HBjKzf Iphone 4s and 6 plus: h...
Travel video about destination Split in Croatia. Split is the Croatian Republic’s second largest city and the financial and cultural centre of Dalmatia. It has a harbour for ferries, cruise liners and greets tourists from all over the world but the origin and importance of this city date back to Roman emperor, Diocletian who, planning for his retirement, wanted to build a grand property near to his hometown of Salona, a palace along the lines of a Roman castrum. The palace subsequently became an ancient city and the mausoleum a Christian cathedral to which a Venetian campanile was later added. An ingenious system of pillars, corridors, arches and vaulted ceilings, support the palace. Over the centuries, the large basement rooms remained almost untouched and only a few have been renovated...
I'm on a 6-week project to help boost tourism to Split, Croatia. Here's a peek into my typical day in the beautiful Dalmatian city. I also escaped to Italy for a weekend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTNtInEOYds ---------- Music: Standing in This Dream - My Dear By My Side - Craves https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gpOsC_nJ2I ---------- Instagram: @glocality Blog: www.ephemeralreverie.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ephemeralreverie/ ---------- Filmed on: Nikon D5300 Edited in: Final Cut Pro
Pre - Yacht Week Adventures: I hired a car with a couple of the Yacht week DJ's and we took a trip up the Dalmatian Coast to the famous Krka National Park and then back down the Coastline to Split. IT WAS EPIC. Come join the adventure! Instagram: @molliebylett My blog: https://molliebylett.com BLOG POST: Road trip to Krka (the details) - http://www.molliebylett.com/2015/08/krka-national-park-croatia.html Love Mollie x x Music - Mads & Milo https://www.facebook.com/official.milos & https://www.facebook.com/bladtkramer
Wonderful Day Tour in Split, visiting the Blue Cave, Green Cave, Stiniva Beach, Blue Lagoon and Pakleni Island!! Music : Klingande - Jubel
Croatia Travel Guide, Croatia Tourism, Croatia Vacation (HD) Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Croatia (Croatian: Hrvatska) is a country situated in Southeast Europe. It is to the east side of the Adriatic Sea, to the east of Italy. It is also bordered by Slovakia to the northwest, Hungary to the north, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the southeast, Serbia in the east, and Montenegro to the south. Cities in Croatia ================== 1 - Zagreb - the capital and largest city 2 - Dubrovnik - historic coastal city and UNESCO World Heritage site 1 - Split- ancient port city with Roman ruins 2 - Pula - biggest town in Istria with the Roman amphitheater (commonly called Arena) 1 - Osijek - capital of Slavonia and an important cit...
Croatia is blessed by an unfathomable natural richness. The lakes of the Plitvice and Krka National Parks, the waterfalls, the rapids and the caves are all among the most beautiful landscapes of the world. The capital, Zagreb, captures the visitor with its inward mood and monarchy style buildings. Beside the warm watered fjords, the river deltas, the green hills, and pine forests many snow-covered mountaintops await the visitors. The smiley islands are providing the tourists various landscapes from the empty cliffs to the lush vegetation. The Adrian Sea with its bay, reefs, tempt us to water sports, and boat adventures, while its beaches promise the visitors a sunny holiday. Every settlement of the country, from the smallest to the largest, is rich in cultural, historical, architectural an...
Travel video about destination Dubrovnik in Croatia. Within the southernmost archipelago of Dalmatia is one of the most fascinating harbour cities of the young republic of Croatia, Dubrovnik, a breathtaking Mediterranean city with a great history. The "city of stone" had its heyday in the Middle Ages and was one of the most important economic and cultural centres in the Mediterranean. An ancient courtyard gate leads to the Old Town and to Luža Square, the city’s main square that contains a fine clock tower and splendid palace Loggia. The sixteenth century Sponza Palace consists of a combination of designs, including both Gothic and Renaissance, and once contained the Customs House and Mint. Despite much foreign rule, the city largely succeeded in being autonomous. Velika Gospa Cathedra...
http://www.woltersworld.com The Best & Worst of Croatia. Visiting Croatia? Here are the five things that tourists will love and hate about visiting Croatia. I love Croatia. I hate Croatia Hate #1: Getting there out of season Hate #2: Traveling Around the Country by Public Transport Hate #3: Summer Crowds Hate #4: Summer Heat Hate #5: Dealing with Exchanging Money Love #1: The Natural Beauty of Croatia Love #2: The Beautiful Towns Love #3: The Food Love #4: It is affordable Love # 5: Great tourist infrastructure Filmed in Rovinj, Croatia All Content, Videos, Audio, Photographs, Copyrighted by Mark Wolters 2012. Our Equipment Sony Alpha a6000 Digital Camera. Great for Capturing Amazing Photos and HD Video. http://amzn.to/2bBMnWg GoPro Hero4: Digital Camera for On The Go Fun in 4K http:...
Zagreb is the political and cultural heart of Croatia, an amiable capital city located at the intersection of Central, Eastern and Southern Europe and a city that holds many memories of the Danube Monarchy. Zagreb originated in the Middle Ages from two rival settlements on neighbouring hills, the bishop's seat of Kaptol which is dominated by its cathedral and the free city of Gradec which was its political centre. They both formed the city’s Upper Town. The cathedral dominates the Kaptol district, its two steeples towering above the old city. The city’s marvellous Botanical Garden contains an array of wonderful natural sights. It boasts ten thousand tree and plant varieties including alpine, Mediterranean, and the exotic. Small ponds with water plants are also included in the four point...
http://ultramodern-home.ru Top Tourist Attractions and beautiful places in Croatia: Travel Guide Ancient City Walls Dubrovnik, Diocletian's Palace Split, Cavtat Old Town, Dubrovnik Cable Car, Old Town Rovinj, Plitvice Lakes, Porec Old Town, The Arena in Pula, Trogir Historic Site, Zagreb
Promotional Video of Dubrovnik Tourist Board. Get a free, updated Dubrovnik Travel Guide: http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Croatia/DUBROVNIK Book your tickets: http://www.arrivalguides.com/en/Travelguides/Europe/Croatia/DUBROVNIK/buytickets
Take a tour of Town of Split in Croatia in Split, Croatia -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats. The city of Split is the second in size and population only to Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia. Archeologists date Split to be as ancient as the Greek empire, over two millenniums old. The city is pristinely located on the shoreline of the Adriatic Sea. It is thought to have originated from Aspálathos, a Greek protectorate, before it was taken by the Roman Empire. Split's history and ancient architectural aesthetic only adds to the sublime culture it enjoys today. The city boasts its Croatian pride and culture with museums, sports champions, and many celebrated Croatian composers.