Do you believe in magic? If you come to Zagreb, you will see that we do. The old name of our city – Agram – says it all.
Wherever you go, there is a gram of Zagreb’s most beautiful stories waiting for you. So, let us take you for a “špancirancija” with your local storyteller – Purgerica (“lady from Zagreb”), a licenced tourist guide in our capital.
Now, what is a “špancirancija”? It is a sort of an old Zagreb slang word, derived from German, and it means a promenade-style, galant walk. And when we say galant, we mean Zagreb-in-the-Orient-Express-era-galant. Imagine this – the year is 1929, you have just stepped down from your train at Zagreb’s Central Rail Station, the first thing you see is a gorgeous green park, with neo-classic palaces embracing it, a fountain humming in its centre, and a golden-yellow Art Padillion at the top of the park, waiting for your visit.
First old cars are slowly driving by, a man in a top hat is offering you a carriage ride. But no, you must go – you have arranged to meet your friends at the decadent art-deco hotel, built for the guests of the Orient Express. As you enjoy on its terrace, shaded by unusual red-flowered chestnut trees, gossip stories come to your ears. The famous Josephine Baker is in Zagreb. Welcome to “Servus My Fair Zagreb”, a themed walking tour, inspired by Zagreb’s crazy, jazzy, decadent 1920s and 30s!
In Zagreb, it is always a good time to stop time. And then travel through it, by the magic of words, paired with the fine craft of storytelling and some of Zagreb’s most famous Down Town sites. Let Purgerica tell you how time stopped at the very end of the 19th century, when the Grand Earthquake hit our capital, and forever changed its image, to a Viennese-like city, which will simply steal your heart with its hidden old-school charm. This tour will take you from the Grand Central Station, along Zagreb’s most famous park – Zrinjevac, which turned from a muddy farmers market into the most wanted zone for to “see, and to be seen”.
The mix of historical facts, interesting details from the lives of old Zagrebians, gossip and legends, will tell you how we built the first cafeteria and hotel, why does coffee in modern-day Zagreb have to last at least one hour, where did we enjoy Sunday matinee concerts on the open, dressed up elegantly for the occasion, and what kind of a huge scandal was brought on by a “mushroom” which was waisting too much water. Did you write something with a pen today? Great.
Purgerica will take you to see where Slavoljub Penkala, the famous inventor of the
first mechanical pencil, lived and what exactly did he eat for breakfast every
single morning at 10 am. Following the rails of the old-horse tram, you might
hear about the elegant, first-ever department store in Zagreb, taste some
authentic, vintage candy, wrapped in red velvet, and hopelessly fall in love
with Zagreb’s Green Horseshoe, as it once was.
If we sparked interest and you
would like to take the “Servus My Fair Zagreb” tour, visit Purgerica’s Facebook and Instagram page
or contact her via email purgerica@yahoo.com or
via text, Whatsapp, Viber or call the number: +385 91 6363 661.
End your day in the best possible way with the combination of swimming, snorkeling, cliff jumping and amazing views of the sun setting behind the mountain while you paddle around the Marjan Park peninsula.
Your tour starts with a safety briefing and some basic paddling instructions before launching into the Adriatic Sea for the best summer activity in Split.
This amazing small group
adventure will take you around Marjan Park peninsula where you will enjoy
amazing views of Kaštela bay and the surrounding mountains while your guide
shares lots of
fun local facts about Split and Dalmatia.
After reaching the stop point of your tour you will be able to enjoy some cliff jumping, snorkeling and take a lot of photos with the underwater camera supplied by the guide.
Refreshed from the swim, you will paddle back to your starting point listening to music while the sun sets behind the mountains, creating an amazing and breathtaking view for your everlasting memory from this tour.
Price per person: 36 € / 270 kn
Minimum number of persons: 2
Location: Split / Marjan park
Duration: 3-4 h
Trail length: 10 km
Difficulty: easy / moderate
Previous experience: not necessary
Kids on tour: please let us know if there will be children on the tour as they must be accompanied by the adults
Minimum age: 12
Availability: May at 15:00, June, July and August at 16:00 and September at 15:00. This tour can be booked as private on request.
What to bring: a towel, bathing suit, hat, sunglasses, spare t-shirt, wet shoes, sunscreen, refreshing drink (min.1,5 l ) and underwater camera
Price includes: Kayaking and snorkeling gear, licensed tour guide,education on safety and basics of paddling,watertight barrel for your belongings, insurance, transfer from and to the meeting point ( Split city center ), photos from the tour, music.
You’ve probably heard about the famous Imotski lakes – the red one and the blue one, which will be listed on the UNESCO Geoparks list in 2020. But did you know that this area is generally full of lakes, which don’t have roads leading to them, but are great locations for active holidays, hiking and sightseeing?
Blue Lake
And best of all, they are surrounded by many sinkholes, hillforts, dry lakes, hills, cascading vineyards and archeological sites – in other words, a lot of content for nature lovers and historical heritage! Therefore, why not explore the magical world of the Dalmatian hinterland? If you are looking for a great idea for an interesting trip, let our text serve as an inspiration for you!
Blue Lake
Frenchman Frederic Swierczynski reached the bottom of one lake back in 2017 and provided Imotski locals with a historic moment – with a dive right down to the bottom of the mysterious Red Lake at a depth of 245 metres!
Red Lake
This venture was not at all without considerable danger, due to a number of significant factors – first of all, to reach a dive position, it requires considerable mountaineering skills and involves a number of potential dangers – among other things, gases which we don’t know the behaviour of at certain depths.
But the adrenaline lover from Jacques Cousteau’s home country didn’t want to give up – with the heartfelt help (and the thunderous applause!) of locals, a diving club and mountaineering company who also did a lion’s share of the work, he solved the mystery which was thousands of years old – we now know much more about the underwater world of this karst phenomenon, about the organisms living at great depths, sponges, sediment, water…
By the way, the Red Lake is named after the colour of the steep cliffs that surround it, and the people around it are the subject of many legends, especially the one about Gavan’s castle (inquire about it with the hospitable locals!). The mysterious character of the Red Lake is also compounded by the fact that you simply can’t throw a pebble into it – give it a try and let us know if you succeeded!
The Imotski Tourist Board has posted a four-minute-long promotional video on their YouTube channel, showing the amazing beauty of Imotski’s lakes. In addition to the Imotski Tourist Board, the video is also promoted by the Croatian National Tourist Board and the Split – Dalmatia County Tourist Board, the promotional video will also be featured at several European tourist film festivals.
Blue Lake
The lakes are as if they have been divided – while the Red Lake is dark and inaccessible, and most admire it from afar, except for a few true lovers who have decided to tackle it (Frederic claims to have dived into many waters around the world, but the Red Lake completely fascinated him!), the Blue Lake is more ‘’gentle’’ and is also accessible for swimming.
Galipovac
Treat yourself to a great break from the classic sea and beach
package and bathe in this lake of a truly magical colour, and if you find
yourself in Imotski when it dries up, play football with the locals at its very
bottom!
Lesser known, but no less beautiful are Lokvičićko Lake (or
Mamić Lake), Knezović Lake and Galipovac.
Mamić lake
Together with the Imotski field (Imotsko polje) and the opposite Prološko lake, this trefoil of lakes makes a unique whole. In addition to the most famous and largest of them all, Galipovac, there are vistas and landing sites, while Mamić and Knezović are lakes, although they are much smaller in terms of their surface area, their inaccessibility and surrounding environment are similar to that of the Red Lake.
Green lake
And the real star among the less developed lakes of the Imotski
area is the Green Lake – because of its beautiful, icy turquoise green, it has
attracted foreign filmmakers as well as numerous guests who agree on one thing:
‘’This is not a trendy trip, but it is worth the effort.’’
‘’A great environment and hiking opportunities!’’.
If you want to find out what the magic is all about, get the
team together and head over to Imotski this weekend!
Our lacework of a coastline is rich with pearly beaches with crystal clear water, the beauty of which simply leaves you breathless!
Don’t just document them. To help you choose the one that suits you best, we have prepared a list of the 6 most beautiful ones for you, and we have a tip – although these beauties will surely enhance your news feed on popular social networks, don’t just document them.
Make relaxation a priority – don’t forget to enjoy it!
Zlatni rat (Golden horn) beach
This pebbled beauty is also
officially the most beautiful beach in the world – according to the travel
gurus of the Big 7 travel portal, who are otherwise tireless searchers for the
most attractive Instagram-friendly locations in the world. The beach is part of
the distinctive view of Bol and a favourite place for surfers and swimmers from
around the world!
Fine gold pebbles deposited around a submarine ridge, whose tip is constantly changing under the influence of the waves and the currents, like some sort of tongue extending almost half a kilometre out vertically into the sea.
2. Lovrečina bay on the island of Brač
Tucked between Postira and Pučišća, this beach isn’t special
only because of the fact that it is a large sandy beach, it’s also an
archeological site! After swimming, culture lovers can cast their eyes on the
remains of the former Basilica of St. Lawrence from 5th and 6th centuries!
3. Palmižana – Discover the magic of the Pakleni islands. What
would any top 10 be like without our sunniest island, Hvar?
The island of Klement in the Hvar archipelago hides this sand and pebble beauty with crystal clear seawater, which is also accompanied by a fantastic hospitality offer!
4. Baška Voda’s Nikolina, under the safe shield of Biokovo in the distance, this beach is the proud holder of the Blue Flag for excellence and the arrangement of the environment.
It is also regarded by the renowned Daily Mail as one of the 10 most attractive beaches in the whole of the Mediterranean!
5. The fairytale Stiniva on Vis is worth a half-hour walk on the ‘’goat’s road’’ that leads to it, and because of its easier access from the sea, it is adored by boaters! Two high rocky cliffs between which is a pebble beach – like some sort of sea amphitheater! – This is a scene which leaves nobody feeling indifferent about it.
6. Krknjaši beach on Drvenik Veli didn’t accidentally get its name – Blue Lagoon!
Just a glance at its white pebbles and the glittering, translucent turquoise sea will make you add it to the list of places you should never miss out on seeing!
MJESTO ŠKRIP KULTURNA JE SENZACIJA NEDALEKO SUPETRA
Brač is mystical, intriguing, stratified and interesting – as
craggy as the hrapoćuša cake from Dol, ancient and irresistible like a crunchy
vitalac (a popular dish from Brač).
While these dishes make
the mouths of experienced gastronomists water, only ten kilometres away from
Supetar, lie delicacies hidden for culture lovers! Get to know the most
authentic place on the island of Brač – the ancient Skrip!
The Museum of the Island of Brač, located in the Radojković tower from the 16th century, is one of the most visited museums in all of Croatia. The foundations on which it is located date from about 1500 BC, and legend has it that in the lower part of the museum and the tower, which houses a Roman mausoleum, lie Valeria and Priska – the wife and daughter of Emperor Diocletian!
Enjoy viewing Roman reliefs and altars, as well as items from the more modern history of Brač – such as chests, paintings, newspaper clippings, antique furniture and antique farm tools.
However, this is not the end of this island’s gems of historical heritage – visit the Cerinić family’s castle on the main square with two Roman sarcophagi, and in the nearby cemetery, the picturesque little church of the Holy Spirit (Sveti Duh) from the 4th century!
If you’re a lover of valuable sacral heritage, you will also be delighted by two paintings by the skillful Venetian mannerist-style painter Palma Giovane of the Baptism of Christ, carefully guarded in the 18th century Church of St. Helen. According to legend, St. Helen (Jelena), mother of Emperor Constantine, was actually born in Škrip, and in her honour, on August the 18th, there is a fair!
Enjoy the Chakavian dialect. Do you know that Škrip also gave a real poetic virtuoso to the Croatian literature scene? Visit the Chakavian word festival “Štefe Pulišelić” in honour of the Chakavian poet, born in Škrip, who has provided us with as many as 14 fantastic collections of Chakavian poems!
Discover the history of olive oil on Brač.
A must-visit station is the Uja Museum in Škrip, where you can get acquainted with the divine flavours and the process of making this liquid gold!
“DICA MORA” is the name of a joint ecological and educational project designed by the City of Supetar, the Tourist Board of the City of Supetar, the Municipal Company “City”, the Volunteer Fire Department of Supetar and the “Arbun” Sport Fishing Club, and which we have set as one of the most important orientations of our work in the future.
Tempted by the devastating fact that, globally speaking, our human environment, especially the sea, is polluted by waste to worrisome proportions and led by the old saying “think globally, act locally”, we have decided in the city of Supetar to do as much as we can to minimize pollution, and to talk about this immense problem continuously.
The project “DICA MORA” has following goals:
raising the awareness of the local population on the importance of environmental protection, especially the sea and the coastal belt and saving the forest of fire, with special emphasis on children and young people
continually informing tourists and visitors about the importance of preserving the sea and the coast of garbage
continually informing tourists and visitors about the importance of forest fire protection and
reduction of potential pollution of the sea and coastline and reduction of the risk of forest fires during the summer months.
PROJEKT SE PROVODI U PRAKSI: PLANIRAN JE NIZ RADIONICA I AKCIJA NA TERENU
The project “DICA MORA” has an ecological and educational dimension, and both will be implemented through a series of educational workshops on the field and online. The project also has its own communal dimension. We will print the promotional material of the project, procure beach charters with rules of conduct and warnings about the importance of preserving the sea and coastline, we are going to purchase more beach ashtrays, order new beach dressers, which will also be promoters of the basic project goals.
In the future, through the project we plan to purchase sea defense dams for oil pollution and educate members of our DVD to act in such cases. The planned value of the project is just over one million kunas, and the project itself will be carried out continuously through the work and activities of the institutions and associations included in the project. The first concrete results of the project will be visible to the public at the beginning of this tourist season. For the end of this post, let’s ask ourselves whether we really need straws, plastic plates, plastic cups and plastic bags. Say “NO TO PLASTIC” today and we have already made a huge step forward!
The sequel of Hollywood hit Mamma Mia presented the beauty of Vis to the world. Until 1995 it was merely a military base, an isolated island – today it is one of the most desirable destinations. Vela Srebrna, Rukavac, Smokva, Milna, Zaglav, Stončica… – are bays for sailors to truly enjoy.
Although it is not an easy task to decide on the most beautiful one, officially this title went to Stiniva in 2016. It is surrounded by two high cliffs, keeping small pebble beach inside them safe.
In a stiff competition of 300 European beaches, 10 000 readers of European Best Destination portal gave their votes to this beach, located at the south side of the island of Vis.
On this side there is also uninhabited Ravnik islet, famous for the attractive Green Cave. It is a worthy competitor to more famous the Blue Cave – located in Balun bay on Biševo islet, only 5 nautical miles from Vis. In the Blue Cave sunrays penetrate through its vault, reflect of the seabed, giving the cave its mystique, unforgettable blue colour.
About thirty planes, mostly bombers and pursuit planes from WW2 have been found in Vis waters and present a testimony of military history of the island. During WW2 Vis was an Italian military base, later on taken by the Allies to build military airport.
Today Vis waters attract divers from all over the world, who especially target three diving points with crashed planes: near Polivalo cape on the south side of the island, east from Biševo and by Paržan islet.
Although instead in marina, mooring places are on the local waterfront, Vis town has become an unavoidable hot spot in sailing across Dalmatia.
Ambience of this little place, attractive restaurants and rich cultural heritage present a reason enough to sail in to this quiet port. It can also be a great starting point for island exploration.
Make sure to visit Komiža, a place on the southwest of the island. Among its irresistible beaches, the most famous one is Kamenice – with underwater springs of cold water it is ideal for an escape from summer heat.
On this little peaceful island time runs slow, relaxed Dalmatian style is so contagious that you won’t be able to resist it.
May you end up on Šolta – used to be a well-known Dalmatian curse, now it turns out to be a true blessing! Times change and so do trends… Instead of fashionable tourist centres, these days intimate places for relaxation and contemplation are at price.
And we have found one! South, uninhabited side of the island offers a unique experience, mostly reserved for sailors and very few adventurists ready for a long walk in order to reach intimate beaches and secluded bays.
Šolta’s wild nature reveals itself in full glory right on this side, where rocks and bays with just a few fishermen houses alternate. From Livka, a bay with underwater site gladly visited by divers, to irresistible beaches of Stračinska, Grabova and Senjska (in Senjska Illyrian queen Teuta allegedly had a castle) you can enjoy in every inch of the shore.
More gentle landscape can be discovered by sailing from west to east (or vice versa), along Šolta’s north side. On the west there is Maslinica, favourite nautical destination with a marina and moorings for mega yachts.
The view of seven Šolta’s islet is breath-taking there. There is also Martinis Marchi, the only hotel on the island, an oasis of luxury and good food. On the north picturesque Rogač is situated, with moorings, gas stations for boaters and a ferry port.
When in Rogač, do not miss to visit nearby Grohote and three inland villages: Gornje selo, Srednje selo and Donje selo, which enchant with their ambience and beauty.
Piškera – a deaf bay with seven coves, where
Diocletian’s fishpond used to be; Nečujam – tourist centre where famous writer
Marko Marulić drew his inspiration; peaceful Nečujam’s anchorages: Šumivina,
Potkamenica or Mala Malslinica; picturesque Stomorska – a tourist place with
moorings for sailing boats and mega yachts; Gornja Krušica – the easternmost
bay on the island… – who would’ve thought that on less than km2 so many attractions await!
Unjustly in a shadow of coastal and island tourist destinations, Dalmatian Zagora has recently been revealing itself as an unexplored terra incognita, a treasure map abounding in X spots – there are so many hidden treasury chests revealing themselves to their visitors.
The one thing Zagora doesn’t have – the sea – is replaced by numerous natural and cultural sights, contemporary and historical manifestations, which are unavoidably spiced up with drops of wine ripen under the hot karst sun and the most delicious bites of traditional cuisine, nowhere else in the world to be found – we can assure you!
It wasn’t by chance targeted by the conquerors – every bit of freedom here was paid in blood, and every bite taken from the karst. It is a region where every stone has its story, a region of legends, fairies, uskok and hajduk knights, lively folk tales, but above all, a region where people stingy with words, offer their heart instead.
SINJ
Tucked in a flow of clear and cold the Cetina River, surrounded by peaks of rocky mountain beauties Svilaja, Dinara and Kamešnica, knight’s town Sinj is proud of its jewels: UNESCO protected Alka and church of Our Miraculous Lady of Sinj.
The liveliest period in Sinj is in August, when except the Alka festivities, hordes of pilgrims come to celebrate the day of Our Great Lady, (August 15), searching for comfort and hope in front of painting of Miraculous Lady of Sinj and her gentle look. Concert of Marian spiritual music Klape Gospi Sinjskoj, (August 1), is an exceptional event, while Music Nights on Kamičak Fort, (August 17), authentic star-shaped fortress with a beautiful stage under the clear sky hosts concerts of classical, traditional and jazz world musicians (Ratko Zjača & Nocturnal four).
Historical spectacle The Siege of Sinj 1715, August 8, as a time machine takes the audience in the times of famous battle under Sinj. Sinj village fair, (August 2 – 3), traditionally presents and offers various homemade eco-products – from decorations and handy crafts to gourmet delicacies and products of our villages and islands. Visitors can anjoy in grear live music, at S.A.R.S. Music and beer festival, (July 19 – 21), Etno Kamičak festival, (August 23 – 24), hypnotic untouched nature and pleasant company – Gljevstok, (June 22), whichis more than a festival – it is an ode to escape from everyday haste, harmony and peace which can be found only far away from city asphalt – under the starry sky unspoiled by artificial lighting.
. If you want to experience full adventure of Sinj, then go to the Sinj hippodrome and enjoy in Gallop and hurdle race, or visit Aeroclub Sinj Airport (Airshow, Sailing Cup, Parachute Cup) at Piket. Professional instructors will show you their sport activities and show you one different perspective of the city.
TRILJ
Town of bridges over the
Cetina, is one most perfectly harmonised combination of active vacation, unique
nature and cultural-historic sights and elegant manifestations. Visitors can
try rafting, horse-riding, cycling but also get to know cultural heritage of
Trilj and the surrounding by visiting forts Nutjak and Čačvina, Grab mills or
precious archaeological locality Tilurij. Trilj
Cultural Summer (June – September) always offers interesting program, and
it’s worth pointing out Thrill Blues
Festival, (July 5 – 6) that attracts to Cetina region the greatest names of
world blues and is exceptionally visited.
Trilj, „grad mostova“ na Cetini, još je jedna sjajno usklađena kombinacija aktivnog odmora, jedinstvenih prirodnih i kulturno-povijesnih znamenitosti te izvrsno osmišljenih manifestacija. Posjetitelji se mogu okušati u raftingu, jahanju, biciklizmu te upoznati kulturnu baštinu Trilja i okolice posjetom utvrdama Nutjak i Čačvina, grapskim mlinicama ili dragocjenom arheološkom lokalitetu Tilurij. Triljsko kulturno ljeto (Lipanj – Rujan) uvijek nudi zanimljiv program, a valja izdvojiti Thrill Blues Festival (5.- 6. Srpnja) koji u Cetinsku krajinu redovito privlači najveća imena svjetskoga bluesa i iznimno je dobro posjećen.
It’s (not) coming home? Although before the defeat from Croatia in last World Championship, the English claimed that football is coming home, Cetina people wouldn’t agree, and they have solid evidence – tombstone of a 7-year old Roman boy Gaj Liberije, holding a ball ornamented with hexagons is the first symbol of a real lather ball, (proof of this is that the stem was found on Gardun near Trlja, and is located in Vrlička street in Sinj).
Originally Illyrian, football is a game Delmats used to play long before the arrival of Roman army, but it was the most popular in Trilj’s Gardun, amongst Roman soldiers and noblemen. Today we can enjoy in show football match between Delmats and Romans, very fun comedian theatrical show, which is held in Trilj during summer and in Sinj (July 27).
KLIS
Before it became a site of attractive battles, intrigues, betrayals and revenges of the Game of Thrones, Klis Fort has stood proudly for centuries, blended in a stone cliff like a chameleon. A master-piece of fortification architecture, at the crossroads between the hinterland and the sea, it was a residence of first Croatian rulers, especially in stormy times of Croatian resistance to Ottoman attack.
The memory of those turbulent days is cherished by a Klis Uskok troups. Uskok’s battle for Klis is a traditional medieval festival held every year in summer (July 26 – 28). The main event is spectacular staging of the famous battle from 1532, when many uskoks faced the Ottomans, severely outnumbered. Visitors can see medieval market, try archery and enjoy in sword dance, learn traditional folk songs, taste homemade dishes and drinks and buy authentic souvenirs.
Klis Cultural Summer (June – September) is a main
manifestation abounding in theatrical shows, concerts, exhibitions and folk
festivities and fishermen nights. Klapa gathering on Klis gathers the best
performers of this autochthonous Croatian a
capella music performance. On the south slope of Klis make sure to visit parish
church of Resurrection of Blessed Virgin Marry, a basilica decorated with
frescas of Biblical and historical motifs, one of which tells the story of the
fort.
Wells on Rajčica, an intriguing mosaic of 10 perfectly built circles with steps descending down to the water, is one of the most beautiful natural phenomena of Klis hinterland. The wells surrounded by drywalls are protected Croatian intangible heritage and present an unavoidable attraction wrapped in a veil of mystique – legend says that the wells were here even before the Roan came, and that in spite of severe draughts they’ve never run dry.
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VRLIKA
VRLIKA
Another significant medieval
fortification, Prozor Fort, was built at the turn from 14th to 15th century.
From the fort spreads an impressive view of Vrlika field, Perućko lake and the
very town and its surroundings.
Česma (Vrilo) is a
picturesque park from 19th century, a spring of one of many the Cetina
tributaries. As an important place for gatherings and socializing, it was an
inspiration to Milan Begović and his libretto for the most popular Croatian
opera comedy “Ero the Joker”, (August 3) performed every year at this exact
authentic location. Final dance of the opera is a Vrlika silent circle dance,
UNESCO-protected intangible cultural heritage.
Hundred kilometres of pure beauty of the Cetina river comes from at least 11 tributary springs, but the biggest, the strongest and the most beautiful is Glavaš spring, 130 metres deep. It is watched over by old-Croatian church od St. Spas from 9th century, one of our most precious and most beautiful archaeological sites. Cetina is to be credited for the beauties of Perućko lake, with its breath-taking beauty and vast richness of flora and fauna. It is popular especially with rowers and fishermen and bathers during summer.
Vrlika people organize several interesting manifestations, and even one world championship – in frying Vrlika’s doughnuts (July 20). Cultural-art association “Milan Begović” organizes very visited traditional Night of song, dance and folk customs (July 27) when cultural heritage of the entire Croatia is presented, and speciall Vrlika silent circle dance and ojkavica ( traditional folk singing).
VRGORAC
Vrgorac – town of poetry, ballads,
towers, tombstones, the sweetest strawberries, autochthonous Dalmatian
prosciutto and wine, a town of mystic beauty, belvederes, springs, canyons and
caves.
In honour of great Croatian poet Tin Ujević, born in Dizdara Fort, since 1995 Vrgorc has cherished literary-cultural manifestation With Tin in Vrgorac. On his birthday anniversary, on 5 July, poetry laureates are awarded with annual literary award of Society of Croatian poets “Tin Ujević”. Tin cultural summer treats visitors with numerous theatrical shows, workshops and concerts.
The locals are proud of their traditional three-day wine-gastro manifestation Days of Dalmatian prosciutto and wine (May 31 – June 2 2019.), which gathers many producers and exhibitors, and visitors can enjoy in top quality Dalmatian prosciutto and other meat delicacies, exceptional wines of autochthonous Vrgorac varieties like zlatarica vrgoska and trnak and many other homemade products.
ŠESTANOVAC
Only 15 km from Omiš and the
place where Cetina flows into the Adriatic sea, Šestanovac Municipality is an
ideal destination for excursionists and those in search of relaxation in
untouched nature, small villages and vacation houses.
It is exactly the Cetina river, untouchable karst beauty, that offers the most vacation opportunities, Cetina rapids aren’t too demanding, and waterfalls and deep canyon are a stunning stage for rafting and canyoning. Rafting is adjusted to all age groups, while warm Mediterranean climate together with mountain canyon and the river are a guarantee for unforgettable adventures.
If you want to enjoy the river without additional requisites canyoning is ideal activity – jumping in refreshing Cetina, swimming, hiking and floating through the river, rock climbing…
Šestanovac is proud of its ecological olive grove Jurin dvor, which raises plantation of olives since 2006 exclusively on ecological grounds. Winery Biskupović has cherished the tradition of wine-making for thirty year; each of their 3000 vines has fought relentless conditions of scarce ground.
IMOTSKI
Imotski, located on the border of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Dalmatia attracts attention with its most picturesque natural master-pieces, Red and Blue Lake, favourite excursion destination of the locals and tourists.
During summer heat Blue Lake turns into a lively refreshing destination, and when it dries up it becomes an attractive and unique football field. Red Lake is unapproachable due to steep cliffs that surround it. Nature has played here and created more lakes of peculiar looks and names: Two eyes, Prosutica lake, Krenica and Provalija, Galipovac, Lokvičićka lakes and Knezovića lake.
Imotska sila (July 5 – 8) (silo/sijelo – village evening gathering due to some joint
work, with entertainment) is a cultural manifestation bringing fun and a spirit
of culture into Imotski nights since 1976. This year start with Hasanaaginica
performance. Actors in Zagvozd (June
30 – August 10) is a traditional gathering of the best national theatre
performances.
As organizers put it – a fairy tale-like journey into a little oasis of theatre, music, dance, art, socializing and friendship. It is especially lively in Imotski on 2 August, during celebration of Our Lady of Angels, patron saint of the town and entire Imotski region. Our Lady of Angels is celebrated in memory of 1717, when outnumbered and poorly armed Imotski people, with the help of Venetians, defeated mighty Ottoman army.
DUGOPOLJE
Dugopolje is situated next to the field of the same name, under north slopes of Mosor mountain, rich with sinkholes and karst pits you can visit by following many mountaineering roads.
It is most definitely worth visiting Kraljeva peć, unique natural phenomenon and Vranjača cave – a miraculous underground world of stalagmites and stalactites and stone sculptures created by water flow.
You can also take a walk along Roman road, which used to lead from Salona to Aequum settlement (Čitluk near Sinj) and military camp Pons Tiluri (Gardun near Trilj). International folklore gatherings Beauty in the Stone have been held in Dugopolje since 2004. In late September (29.9.) Dugopolje celebrates its patron saints St. Michael and Jeronim. Together with traditional holly masses and processions, numerous sports and cultural events are organized, with unavoidable folk festivities.
Since the times of ancient Faros, dreamy summer houses, stone alleys whose every rock cherishes centenarian memories and breath-taking natural beauties have made this island a jewel tucked in sea foam, wrapped up in scents of lavender, sheltered by ivy.
Time marches inexorably, former renaissance summer houses and churches have been upgraded by achievements of modern times, from luxury yachts and tourists from all over the world in search for new experiences. Many things have changed, only the beauty of Hvar has stayed untouched.
In order to enrich natural beauties and supply the residents of the sunniest island and their guests with pleasures for all senses, Gastro Hvar has been opened, retail-wholesale Centre, on the very entrance to Hvar, cosily placed in a bay on the southwest end of the island.
Daily fresh
fish and high-quality products for the most demanding customers
Sales channel
for catering Ho.Re.Ca has joined forces and in one place united all high
quality products that are to please even the most demanding customers, staring
from locals and adventurist seamen, to tourists in search of local tastes lifted
on a new level.
Rich offer of Gastro Centre Hvar encompasses wide range of the best national and world products from fresh fish, meat, vegetables and fruit to the most appreciated domestic and foreign wines, champagnes, cheese and truffles.
Thanks to renowned brand s like Centaurus d.o.o. (Gastro Fishmarket Brač), Škokić d.o.o. (Butcher’s shop Škokić), Fistonić d.o.o. (Fruits and Vegetables), Purex d.o.o. (Croatian village products), Acrobat d.o.o. (Wine distribution), Nirs d.o.o. (Production, sales and distribution), Zigante Tartufi d.o.o. (Production, sales and distribution) that have joined their long time experience and knowledge, an outstanding offer of products has emerged, which is to enrich offer of premium groceries on the entire island, and ensure that a destination famous for its natural beauties becomes a gastronomic treasure.
SUPPLYING
YACHTS AND CATERERS
Hvar is an
important nautical centre since the times of Greek colonization, since the
roots of its name go back ( Greek pharos – lighthouse). Like a lighthouse to
ships in the night, newly opened centre is willing to light the way for many
seaman into their gastronomic voyages. Providing yachts supply is a way to please
appetites of seaman and present them with the beauty of Mediterranean food and drinks, which creates
a perfect synergy with sea beauties, and holds them in its arms, protecting and
delighting as the port shelters their boats.
CONNECTION
WITH THE WHOLE MEDITERRANEAN
The centre
of island’s tourism and the most desirable destination of tourists and seamen
deserves a space where one can experience tastes of the Mediterranean that will
persist as the nicest memory. Locals like to say – “Put your finger in the sea,
and you’re connected with the entire world”; while Gastro Hvar with its newly
opened centre made sure to connect you with the nicest parts of the Mediterranean
through quality products offer whose value has placed them side by side to cultural
and historical heritage and will most certainly become an unavoidable
destination of all those who prefer high quality groceries.
All the beauties of Hvar and all the contents it offers couldn’t be presented neither by poets nor many novelists, because sometimes words are not enough. Therefore, to experience everything this jewel of Croatian tourism has to offer, it is best to come, taste and – come back!
DASH OF
WORLD’S GLAMOR IN DREAMY COURT OF SPLIT’S PERIVOJ
Designers,
models, photographers, fashion icons, world-famous bloggers, an entire pleiad
of publicly famous names will shine on
the one & only red carpet in Croatia on June 05th in the fairy-tale court of Split’s Perivoj, where the second prestigious presentation
of My
Global Fashion Awards will be held.
Who will take the title of best designer of men’s or women’s
clothing, who will be the “best model 2018” and who be celebrated as
fashion icon – we will find out in less
than a week, at the biggest fashion event.
There are five categories of nominees, yet the number of nominated people was significantly higher so the expert jury members – Nenad Korkut, Zvona Vučković, Neda Makjanić-Kunić, Josip Grabovac, Marco Consoli and Vanja Ljubić had not an easy task to pick the best ones.
The categories in which we already know the new owners of the award statuettes are “Life Achievement and Contribution to Fashion” , which will be awarded to Tihana Harapin Zalepugin and the “Fashion Icon” category, which will be awarded to Judita Franković, by the jury’s direct decision.
The other nominees in five categories , will be kept on tenterhooks for a few more days, says Gianna Apostolski, organizer and founder of My Global Fashion Awards.
There are reasons for that too, as the names of nominees were carefully selected, so in the category “Men’s Fashion Designer“, Toni Rico, Anthony Avangard and Tomislav Bahorić will compete, and in the women’s version of the award, the competitors are Twins, Loredana Bahorić and Arileo.
The competition is strong in other categories as well, in the one for best designer of fashion accessories – Sovilj, Grubić Design and Tamara Bombardeli, and int he category of “Fashion photographer 2018” the race will be decided between Mare Milin, our local force from Split – Bruna Kazinoti and Filip Koludrović.
Gordana Dude, Ana Lea Janžić and Drago Pezić are competing for the title “Model 2018” and the main prize of the MGF Award will be kept as the biggest secret till the award ceremony, which is also the highest award of this event.
Like last year, this year’s event as well includes guests from different countries of the world, and some of them will receive direct awards in certain categories.
We must point out that the award for “MGF blogger 2018” will be awarded to the world-renowned blogger Tamara Kalinić, who works with world-famous designers and brands and has just launched her own sunglasses line named So Shady, worn by Camila Coelho, Janice Joostema, Sophia Smith and many others. This year, a special MGFs Master Tailor 2018 Award will be appointed to the hands of the famous Italian Luca Moritto, a junior member of the old academy founded in 1575 in Rome.
The Oscar-styled program will be hosted by actor Slavko Sobin and tv columnist, comedian and radio host Andrea Andrassy, while the famous radio host Ines Nosić, will be reporting from the red carpet.
All those who will have the honor of attending the awards ceremony, will be able to treat their taste buds with delicious dishes of our chefs Hrvoje Zirojević, Braco Sanjin and Ivan Pažanin, supported by the gastro-partner Tommy.
Let’s not forget that the fun continues even on the next day, during the fabulous MGF Party on Palmižana at Laganini Lounge Bar, where only selected guests will enjoy in the sea, sun, top quality food, drinks and good entertainment.
“I lived in direct contact with the history tailoring thanks to the Marchesini brothers and I want that this
connection remains a guideline for my professionalism. I will follow my own
style, support my creativity, but from the roots of trade born from the hands
of great people, I will draw out the beauty that knows how to overcome time, “said the young talented Italian.
The Oscar-styled program will be hosted by actor Slavko
Sobin and tv columnist, comedian and radio host Andrea Andrassy, while the famous radio host Ines Nosić, will be reporting from the red carpet.
All those who will have the honor of attending the awards ceremony, will be
able to treat their taste buds with delicious dishes of our chefs Hrvoje Zirojević, Braco Sanjin and Ivan
Pažanin, supported by the gastro-partner Tommy.
Let’s not forget that the fun continues even on the next day, during the
fabulous MGF Party on Palmižana at Laganini Lounge Bar, where only selected guests will enjoy in the sea,
sun, top quality food, drinks and good entertainment.
The ninth annual Cetina Adventure Race does not need a special introduction for true adventurists. Year after year it becomes more attractive to adrenaline junkies, as well as those who enjoy breath-taking natural beauty. The Race tests one’s physical and mental abilities and teamwork, while the backdrops of Visoka, Visošnica, Kamešnica, Dinara and Svilaja mountains and the Sutina and Cetina river canyons reward all competitors participating in the race.
Date: Sinj, June 8 2019. at 7 a.m. i 5 p.m.
The race consists of 3 disciplines
One of them is trekking, which also contains canyoning. While the point of trekking is to find the shortest possible route, canyoning requires the competitors to exclusively use the canyon from the entry to the exit point, which is determined by the organizer.
Besides trekking and canyoning, the participants will compete in kayaking and mountain biking. The layout of the track and the control points is kept in secret until the technical meeting, which will take place a day before the race. The organizers only hinted at one detail: the mountain biking part of the race will be over 50 km long (out of the total 100 km length of the race).
The start is at 7:00 (handing over of equipment will be between 5:30 and 6:30 at the starting line). The organizer retains the right to change the starting hour if necessary. The technical meeting will take place the day before the race from 17:10 until 19:00 (included in the meeting will be the handing out of starting packages) and the location is to be announced to all participants in an email.
The race will take place on 7 June 2018. The start and finish line are in front of the Youth Center (Piccadilly disco club). Men’s, women’s and mixed teams can participate in the race. The maximum number of teams is the first 30 ones to apply.
The teams that do not make the cut are put as reserves in case some of those applied cancel their participation. The time limit to complete the race is 14 hours.
For all additional information contact Cetina AdventureFacebook page.
City Challenge Cetina Adventure
Apart from the Cetina Adventure Race popular among the physically ready adrenaline junkies, the “Cetina Adventure” adventure sports club also organizes the City Challenge Cetina Adventure, open for participation for all, regardless of age and fitness condition.
The challenge is designed so that the participants have to discover certain points around the town of Sinj with the help of a map and directions. The city challenge can be completed in 30 minutes, or at walking pace with children, within the timeframe of 2 hours. The recipe is simple: you are all invited to have fun and discover the hidden nooks of the town under Kamičak. A good time in good company is guaranteed!
The city challenge will take place on 8 June. The starting and finish line will be in front of the Youth Center (Piccadilly disco club). The track is 8 kilometers long and there are a number of categories for participating – the adult categories (male and female) and children categories. Maximum number of participants is 500 and the time limit to complete the race is 2 hours.
The start of the race is at 17:00. The organizer retains the right to change the starting schedule if necessary. A technical meeting will take place an hour before the start, at 16:00.
IF IN AN AFTERNOON WALK THROUGH STUNNING SPLIT’S CITY CORE you find groups of tourists gazing at Papalićeva street and Diocletian Cellars as if they are looking for something, there’s a great chance you bumped into ardent fans of the most watched series of all times – Game of Thrones!
LOOK FOR ATTRACTIVE LOCATIONS – IT’S WORTH THE EFFORT! These mega popular TV series have put our Dalmatia on a map of attractive film locations of the world; although it has always been attractive for sharp artistic eyes (just remember Winnetou and a mastermind enchanted by Zadar – Hitchcock!).
And while emblematic Dubrovnik Walls and baroque stairway, which act as King’s Landing in fantasy world of Game of Thrones are easily recognizable, just like cellars of Diocletian Palace – the center of Queen Daenerys’ power with dragons and a throne; stone alley in Split where slave mutiny occurred, Klis – conquered town of Meereen and locations on the area of Kašte Gomilica and Žrnovnica are somewhat more difficult to recognize as filming sets.
Nevertheless, they’re worth searching for, while recently opened Game of Thrones Museum in the centre of Split, with over 300 realistic exhibits on 100 m2 will make every true fan tremble with excitement!
DO NOT MISS A THING. To stop you from aimless wandering about, Tourist Board of Split-Dalmatia County has prepared an attractive map of shooting locations of Game of Thrones.
Leading man of County’s tourism, Joško Stella, proudly points out that the region is advertised on numerous tourist fairs as an attractive Game of Thrones destination and that the arrival of great number of tourists was motivated exactly by this series. .
“In the last two years, Tourist Board of Split-Dalmatia County has presented itself as an exceptional location for enjoying in filming sets – first of all of Game of Thrones, but also other series and films that were filmed on its area, like Mamma Mia – says director Stella, pleased with the non-declining interest for visits to significant locations, regardless of the end of the last season.
If you do not want to explore by yourselves, choose attractive theme
tours offered by local agencies, which will make sure you don’t miss any
important detail!
Tours include visits
to Diocletian’s Cellars, Klis fort, Kaštel Gomilica (which became city on the
sea Braavos in the series) and idyllic mills of Žrnovnica that perfectly
blended in the scene of Missandei’s bathing in green oasis.
Each tour, depending on the price and duration, includes at least two attractive locations, while we especially like the one that includes – all four of them – with a truly royal treatment! Apart from covering Diocletian’s Palace, Žrnovnica, Kaštel Gomilica and Klis, it ends in the tastiest way ever – with traditional Dalmatian dish under the baking lid in real Game of Thrones ambience!
VISIT A MUSEUM THAT TURNS FAN’S HEADS! But, to get a great insight into the characters (in natural size!) and attractive props and clothes – you don’t have to go too far!
Emblematic Split’s Bosanska Street, at the very heart of Split, together with souvenir shops, small charming jewelry shops and typical Mediterranean ambience, since May also has fantastic Game of Thrones Museum, which has completely attracted the attention of fans!
This is not surprising since at the very entrance you will be welcomed by one of Daenerys’ dragons, while the entire space smells like cedar, jasmine and lavender; with dark painted walls that perfectly evoke a bit of a gloomy atmosphere of the series!
But, not to reveal just everything, set out to this fan ‘gold mine’ in 9 Bosanska Street, and don’t forget to take a few wacky photos and collect piles of likes on social media!
EXPERIENCE OUR SUNNIEST ISLAND THE WAY UNESCO
SEES IT!
THE SUNNIEST ISLAND WITH THE OLDEST THEATRE IN
EUROPE, as if it’s used to be spoken of in superlatives. But, it suits it well,
as it has abundance of contents and rich history and culture. Also, it is the
island with the biggest amount of UNESCO protected heritage in the entire
world!
Our Hvar has proudly established itself on a list that includes total of 936 monuments in 153 countries, of which there are 725 cultural monuments, 183 nature monuments and 28 monuments on both kind .
Some of Hvar’s symbols made it to the list, so make them an inevitable point of your itinerary – experience our sunniest island as UNESCO sees it!
EXPLORE IMPRESSIVE LANDSCAPE THAT RESISTS THE RAVAGES OF TIME. Starigrad field, which was 7th location in Croatia to be included in UNESCO list, in 2008, together with old city core Of Stari Grad has the best-preserved cadastral division on the Mediterranean. Namely, it is basic architecture that stayed more or less untouched for no less than – 24 centuries
It is
characterised by rectangular fields framed with drywalls, where in ancient
times even wheat used to be grown! Enjoy the view of olive groves on low
slopes, fragrant round bushes of lavender, green branchy rosemary bushes, and
of course, sweet and healthy grapes, which give the best red wines in Dalmatia!
This impressive landscape is best to be explored within one of theme tours – we
like the cycling ones with attractive tastings included.
TREAT
YOURSELVES WITH A TRULY UNIQUE SOVENIER, a fruit of dedicated and long labour
of Hvar’s Benedictine nuns – agave lace!
The process of making this lace is truly very demanding – from a fresh agave leaf threads are being taken and processed in a specific way until ready for use. Since there is no pattern to be followed, each lace is completely unique, a result of imagination and creativity of the lace-maker.
It is so appreciated that it often serves as a gift in state visits (for example, it was given to Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis). Usually it is kept framed like an art piece, as it actually is! Agave lace mustn’t be wet, ironed or washed, but if kept carefully it can last for a very long time – there are even 100 years old specimens – buy, or at least see specimens of this gentle, magic handicraft!
ENJOY IN MEDITERRANEAN DIET…AND KLAPA PERFORMANCES. This will especially gladden gastronomads – is there a better way to ‘round up’ healthy and tasty Mediterraean dinne than enjoying in harmonious sounds of klapa (a cappela group) singing? Idyllic Hvar’s restaurants are aware of this beautiful synergy, so not rarely will your attractive fish menu, together with olive oil and aromatic herbs, be spiced up with performances of local klapa groups!
Skills, knowledge and customs tied to healthy and tasty Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes values of hospitality, intercultural dialogue and creativity, made it a part of UNESCO list of intangible world heritage in 2013; while klapa multipart singing, recognizable for its characteristic harmony, melody and internal musical structure, was included on the very same list a year earlier. To the joy of all gourmets, these two items that nurture body and soul blend perfectly – reach out for a dose of Hvar’s hedonism with UNESCO mark!
JOIN PROCESSION “ZA KRIŽEN” (FOLLOWING THE CROSS) – TRUE EXPRESSION OF HVAR’S AUTHENTICITY. The extent to which Hvar is a specific island can be experienced in pre-Easter time, and if you ask us, it is Hvar that is one of the most interesting locations for spending the biggest Christian holiday.
Apart from great Easter food (from sirnice and all sorts of Easter cakes decorated with colourful eggs in local homes, to cooked ham and eggs Benedict in luxurious offer of the restaurants), great motivation for a visit is procession “Za križen”, which has been held constantly for 5 centuries, and as such was included on UNESCO list of intangible heritage in 2009.
Being a part of the procession is a unique spiritual experience that will please the hearts of religious tourism enthusiasts, but also of all believers who want to celebrate the biggest Christian holiday in a very specific way. The procession starts at the same time in six different places (Jelsa, Pitve, Vrisnik, Svirče, Vrbanj and Vrboska), with a mass of believers, cross-holder who sometimes has to wait to get that honour for even 20 years and chosen singers that perform the most important part of the procession – passion text from 15th century – Our Lady’s Weep.
