Basilica of Saint Mary, Brijuni
One of the many ruins that we ran across in our tour of Brijuni, Croatia.
National park Brijuni - Croatia
Islands of Brioni -- Heaven on Earth
Islands are located in the northern part od Adriatic sea . They consist of 2 large islands, Large and Small Brioni and several smaller islands. The total area of islands counts 44 km2.
In 1983 islands were declared as national park because of its peculiar beauty.
Brioni Islands magnificant mixture of culture and nature, in one place. The climate is mild Mediterranean, with many beautiful bays makes the perfect combination for man from the old times. Small islands, counting more than 100 archaeological sites, some of those date back from the Neolithic period. They were popular as health resorts and their presidence residency, which was visited by statesmen from many countries around the world.
Island keep secrets five thousand years old, many legends and stories of which one is best known and it is that angels gathered the remains of heaven and protect them by the sea waves. The perfect harmony of nature, flora and fauna make this island a genuine paradise on earth. It is surrounded by turquoise sea, green island is streaked with numerous hills, meadows and valleys.
Brioni islands certainly are one of the most beautiful place in Croatia. In addition to the classical vision of holidays, many tourists are visiting Brioni in the form of scientific tourism, to see paleontology remains of dinosaurus movement.
Tourism on Brioni -- Perfect place for a tourist who wish to experience a dream holidays
Islands are considered as one of the most attractive congress destination, given the long tradition of organizing numerous national and international conferences.
Given the perfect conditions, tranquility and peace, hotels and villas on the coast, will provide a great place for a creative holiday.
Hotels in Brioni are: Karmen and Istra-Neptum (congress hall Katrum counts 300 seats and two smaller conference halls Verige and Gradina).
Besides working atmosphere that conference halls provides, you can relax yourself on many cocktails parties, dinners, disco or live music, exhibitions, etc.
Addition to the above mentioned we advice any tourist who came to visit island of Brioni to take a organized guided tour and learn more about this islands.
Yes i do day in Brioni
For those who are inloved and can not deside where to say their weeding vows, magic churc of St. Germains offers romantic atmosfere with the sounds of violine. Escape from everyday routine, and make memories that for a lifetime. Your perfect day will surely stay in unforgettable memories.
Take Tito's cadillac and photograph magical Mediterranean countryside. On meadows beside deer and mouflon which are authentic animals, safari park offers a magnificant scenery, Indian elephants Sony and Lanka, zebras, Somali sheeps, antelopes, and Indian cattles walking around and leaving you speechless.
Sports activities on the islands are offering more and more every day. Brioni is currently offering to its visitors a multitude of outdoor sports including golf, tennis, archery, cycling and electric cars.
Monumental monuments recommendations to every tourist on holidays in Brioni:
1. Roman castle with spa
2. Temple of Venus
3. Castrum of Byzante
4. Basilica of St. Mary
5. Church of St. Germains
History of Brioni islands
If you go far in the history of Brioni, you will find that it started to develop in Bronze Age by their inhabitants. Many ruled in Brioni starting from the Romans, over Byzantines, Venetians, Hungarians and at the end wealthy industrialist bought Brioni in 19th century and made them a modern resort. Because of its impact Islands became part of the aristocratic world. A numerous scientists, industrialists and wealthy elites were visiting Brioni at that time. Among the famous visitors certainly have to mention Emperor William II, who came to Brijuni 6 times and the Austro-Hungarian ruler Franz Ferdinand. Josip Broz Tito came to Brioni in 1947, after this visit Brioni are staring to be his residence. Among the famous personalities who were invited by Tito, we must mention Sofira Loren, Elizabeth Taylor and Josephine Baker.
We tried to bring you a little peculiarity of this island, however we advise you to come and experience Brioni on your own way. Have you dream holidays just here.
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Bajkovita Hrvatska - Katedrala Sv.Duje -Split
The Cathedral of Saint Domnius (Croatian: Katedrala Svetog Duje), known locally as the Saint Dujam (Sveti Dujam) or colloquially Saint Duje (Sveti Duje), is the Catholic cathedral in Split, Croatia. The cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Split-Makarska, headed by Archbishop Marin Barišić. The Cathedral of St. Duje is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum, with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the bell tower to Saint Duje. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Duje.
The Cathedral of Saint Domnius, consecrated at the turn of the 7th century AD, is regarded as the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world that remains in use in its original structure, without near-complete renovation at a later date. The structure itself, built in AD 305 as the Mausoleum of Diocletian, is the second oldest structure used by any Christian Cathedral
The cathedral was named after Saint Duje (Saint Dujam, or Saint Domnius) patron saint of Split, who was a 3rd-century Bishop of Salona. Salona was a large Roman city serving as capital of the Province of Dalmatia. Today it is located near the city of Solin in Croatia. Saint Duje was martyred with seven other Christians in the persecutions of the Emperor Diocletian. He was born in Antioch, in modern-day Turkey, and beheaded in 304 at Salona.
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Crikvenica - top vacation destination
In addition to beautiful natural surroundings, crystal clear seas and fresh air, and traditionally hospitable people, one of the main reasons for choosing Crikvenica for your holidays is the area's balmy, stable and healthy Mediterranean climate and microclimate. The area's extensive sporting, entertainment, cultural and gastronomic programmes, and its unique mingling of sun, fine air, scents of the sea and of pine trees, make Crikvenica a destination that appeals to all the senses, the perfect venue for a relaxing holiday that will surely become part of your most treasured holiday memories.
Things to do in Crikvenica
Crikvenica offers its visitors a wide range of services and facilities for a fun-filled holiday full of sun, swimming, relaxation and health. Crikvenica can do that because it has many fantastic sandy, pebbly and rocky beaches, quiet coves, clear sea and beautiful promenades and trails with the scent of Mediterranean plants in the air.
Dog lovers can even take their best friends with them on a beach next to the small harbour of Podvorska, a dog-friendly beach.
Many beaches in Crikvenica offer a wide range of amenities and facilities for an adrenaline vacation. You can enjoy water skiing, wakeboarding, parasailing, sailing, fishing, diving and even more conventional sports like tennis, basketball, beach volleyball and many others.
Crikvenica is well connected with the surrounding towns and cities so visitors can use Crikvenica as a base for their day trips to islands of Rab and Krk, national parks Plitvice Lakes and Brijuni Islands, Risnjak and Krka. Even Venice is not far away!
Things to see in Crikvenica
In addition to the area's many natural attractions, the Crikvenica Riviera offers its visitors a variety of cultural and historical monuments and the chance to enjoy a wide range of entertainment programmes. The religious sites particularly worth visiting include the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, the Russian Orthodox Church in Crikvenica, the Church of St. Helen in Dramalj, the Church of St. James the Apostle in Jadranovo, and the Church of St. Catherine in Selce. There are also many chapels dedicated to various saints.
When in Crikvenica, do not miss the opportunity to visit Crikvenica Town Museum with its interesting and valuable exhibitions presenting the town's history and traditions (collections of archaeology, natural history, cultural history and fishing) and Crikvenica Town Gallery, which puts an emphasis on contemporary visual arts by authors from the local area.
The Igralište archaeological site in Crikvenica, where one of the best preserved ceramic workshops in the area was discovered, and the Lokvišće archaeological site in Jadranovo, attest to the rich life at the time of the ancient Romans.
The Jama Vrtare Male cave in Dramalj is one of the richest paleontological sites in Croatia, with a series of fossil remains of long-extinct animals.
In the interesting ambiance of Crikvenica Aquarium, visitors can experience the magical underwater realm and meet its fascinating inhabitants.
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Istria from Smrikve - cultural travel guide (Istria - CROATIA - EU)
Istria from Smrikve is a cultural E-guide to the hidden gems of ISTRIA and its hilltop towns. You can find in it: top quality wine and olive oil makers, restaurants, festivals, learn about its history, museums, architecture, culture & learn more about more than tennis traditional tennis talent gathering!
This cultural tourism guide aims to promote Istrian cultural heritage and Istria Region as cultural tourism destination...
Smrikve is also home to Smrikva Bowl - traditional under 10 world tennis talents gathering...
The above video has been created for Discover Istria from Smrikve Group on LinkedIn...
The idea behind is to support Slow Travel & Sustainable Tourism, Slow Food, Sustainable Living... and to share both knowledge and ideas to enrich Istrian cultural heritage in a broader context...
1. Smrikve: Smrikva Bowl
2. Brijuni (Brioni): Islands of peace
3. Fazana (Fasana):Amophorea by Consul Caio Lecanio Basso
4. Peroj (Peroi): Istrian Montenegrin's
5. Bale (Valle): Bembo -- Soardo palace
6. Monkodonja (Moncodogno): Prehistoric hillfort settlment
7. Rovinj (Rovigno): Istrian Venice
8. Lim Bay (Canale di Leme): St. Romualdo
9. Klostar (San Michele di Leme): St. Romualdo's Monastery
10. Gradina (Geroldia): Villa Giroldi
11. Vrsar (Orsera): Giacomo Casanova
12. Funtana (Fontane):Villa Borisi
13. Sv.Lovrec (S.Lorenzo del Pasenatico): Venetian military command base
14. Sv. Ivan (San Giovanni della Cisterna): Polesini-Scampicchio
15. Porec (Parenzo):Parentium and Euphrasius' Basilica
16. Mali Sv. Andjelo (S. Angelo Piccolo): Istrian stonehenge
17. Baredine Cave (Grotta Baredine): Istrian underground
18. Tar (Torre): Olive oil
19. Visnjan (Visignano): Planetarium
20. Vizinada (Visinada): Carlotta Grisi
21. Novigrad (Cittanova): Emonia
22. Karpinjan (Carpignano): Rigo
23. Dajla (Daila): Grisoni
24. Brtonigla (Verteneglio): Wine and olive oil
25. Seget (Seghetto): De Franceschi
26. Umag (Umago): ATP tournament
27. Savudrija (Salvore): The lighthouse
28. Groznjan (Grisignana): Town of artists
29. Buje (Buie d'Istria): Watchman of Istria
30. Momjan (Momiano): Muscatel wine kingdom
31. Pula (Pola):Arena and Smrikva Bowl
32. Vodnjan (Dignano):Extra vergine
33. Galizana (Gallesano): kazun
34. Svetvincenat (Sanvincenti):Morosini -- Grimani
35. Kanfanar (Canfanaro): Boskarin
36. Dvigrad (Duecastelli): Pompei
37. Zminj (Gimino): Bartulja
38. Sv. Petar u Sumi (San Pietro in Selve): Pauline Monks
39. Tinjan (Antignana): Istrian dried ham
40. Beram (Vermo): Vincent from Kastav
41. Trviz (Tervisio): Entrepreneurs
42. Gracisce (Gallignana): Salomon
43. Pazin (Pisino): Jules Verne and Vladimir Nazor
44. Lindar (Lindaro): Baron of Lindar
45. Kascerga (Villa Padua): Anthony from Padua
46. Zamask (Zamasco): Austria and Venice
47. Motovun (Montona): Charming hilltop town
48. Oprtalj (Portole): Town of 72 man of letters
49. Zrenj (Stridone): St. Jeronim
50. Zavrsje (Piemonte d'Istria): Leaning tower
51. Grimalda (Grimalda): Belvedere
52. Draguc (Draguccio): Frescoes paintings
53. Racice (Racizze): Walderstein
54. Sovinjak (Sovignacco): Wine Pucinum
55. Vrh (Vetta): Sparkling wine
56. Hum (Colmo): The smallest town
57. Roc (Rozzo): Glagoljica
58. Buzet (Pinguente): Subotina
59. Kostel (Pietra Pelosa): Castle
60. Salez (Salise): Pillar of Shame
61. Premantura (Promontore): Cape Kamenjak
62. Medulin (Medolino):Mutila
63. Vizace (Nesazio):Nesactium -- Histri
64. Marcana (Marzana): Eduard Calic
65. Mutvoran (Momarano):St. Mary Magdalalene
66. Krnica (Carnizza d'Arsa): Krnicki porat
67. Rakalj (Castelnuovo d'Arsa):Mate Balota
68. Barban (Barbana): The race of the ring
69. Rasa (Arsia):The youngest Istrian town
70. Labin (Albona):Res Publica and Matthias Flacius Illyricus
71. Rabac (Porto Albona): A new settlement
72. Sv.Martin (Vettua S. Martino): Lazzarini Battiala
73. Sumber (Casali Sumberesi):Schomberg
74. Pican (Pedena): Matko Brajsa Rasan
75. Krsan (Chersano): Istrian Land Boundaries
76. Klostar (Madonna del lago): Pauline Monks
77. Kozljak (Cosliacco): Wachsenstein
78. Gologorica (Moncalvo di Pisino):Mikula Gologoricki
79. Paz (Passo): Walderstein
80. Belaj (Bellai): Barbo
81. Boljun (Bogliuno): Uskoci
82. Lupoglav (Lupogliano): Mahrenfels
83. Raspor (Raspo): Raspor's Captains
84. Slum (Silun Mont'Aquila): Linden tree
85. Ucka (Monte Maggiore): The roof of Istria
86. Plomin (Fianona): Flanona
87. Brsec (Bersezio): Eugen Kumicic
88. Moscenice (Moschiena): Fishermen's village
89. Lovran (Laurana): Stanko Mihovilic
90. Opatija (Abbazia): Austro-Hungarian Monarchy
91. Veprinac (Apriano): Veprinacium
Croatia_Хорватия Part 2 Путешествие и отдых.
Croatia, Хорватия, Путешествие и отдых, 'Dead Sea' lake on the island of Lokrum, Bay Peshkera, Sibenik Cathedral, The peninsula Lapad, Brijuni Archipelago National Park, Cavtat City, The Village of Brela, Beaches of Brela, Trogir City, Cathedral of Trogir, Banje Beach, Dubrovnik, The Kamerlengo Fortress, Trogir, Rovinj City, The old Town of Rovinj, Temple of Augustus, Pula, The tower of Lotrscak in Zagreb, Korcula City, 'Gplden horn' Beach, Brac island, Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Dubrovnik, Historical Festival Dzhostra, Porec, Tucepi Beach, Makarska, St.Donatus Church, Zadar, Sculpture Park Dzamonja, Vrsar,
Hiking in Istria
If you like hiking we recommend this great trip near Gračišće in Istria where you will go about 12 km through beautiful nature in the inland of Istria. You'll enjoy a few incredibly fantastic views of the valley, you will see an big oak which is over 500 years old, a 30 meters waterfall, and the old small church St. Mary Magdalene with one of the most beautiful views in Istria.
You see here the view from the hill where the small church St. Mary Magdalene is.
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PULA - Croatia Travel Guide | Around The World
Pula or Pola is the largest city in Istria County, Croatia and the eighth largest city in the country, situated at the southern tip of the Istria peninsula, with a population of 57,460 in 2011. It is known for its multitude of ancient Roman buildings, the most famous of which is the Pula Arena, one of the best preserved Roman amphitheaters, and its beautiful sea. The city has a long tradition of wine making, fishing, shipbuilding, and tourism. It has also been Istria's administrative centre since ancient Roman times.
The natural beauty of Pula/Pola's surrounding countryside and turquoise water of the Adriatic have made the city an internationally popular summer vacation destination. The pearl nearby is Brioni island or Brijuni national park visited by numerous world leaders since it was the summer residence of Josip Broz Tito. Roman villas and temples still lie buried among farm fields and along the shoreline of the dozens of surrounding fishing and farming villages. The coastal waters offer beaches, fishing, wreck dives to ancient Roman galleys and World War I warships, cliff diving, and sailing to unspoiled coves and islands large and small.
Pula – Pola is the end point of the EuroVelo 9 cycle route that runs from Gdańsk on the Baltic Sea through Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia and Croatia. It is possible to track dinosaur footprints on the nearby sea shores; certain more important finds have been made at an undisclosed location near Bale.
The city is best known for its many surviving ancient Roman buildings, the most famous of which is its 1st-century amphitheatre, which is among the six largest surviving Roman arenas in the world. and locally known as the Arena. This is one of the best preserved amphitheatres from antiquity and is still in use today during summer film festivals. During the World War II Italian fascist administration, there were attempts to dismantle the arena and move it to mainland Italy, which were quickly abandoned due to the costs involved.
Two other notable and well-preserved ancient Roman structures are the 1st-century AD triumphal arch, the Arch of the Sergii and the co-eval temple of Rome and Augustus, built in the 1st century AD built on the forum during the reign of the Roman emperor Augustus.
The Twin Gates (Porta Gemina) is one of the few remaining gates after the city walls were pulled down at the beginning of the 19th century. It dates from the mid-2nd century, replacing an earlier gate. It consists of two arches, columns, a plain architrave and a decorated frieze. Close by are a few remains of the old city wall.
The Gate of Hercules dates from the 1st century. At the top of the single arch one can see the bearded head of Hercules, carved in high-relief, and his club on the adjoining voussoir. A damaged inscription, close to the club, contains the names of Lucius Calpurnius Piso and Gaius Cassius Longinus who were entrusted by the Roman senate to found a colony at the site of Pula. Thus it can be deduced that Pula was founded between 47 and 44 BC.
The Augustan Forum was constructed in the 1st century BC, close to the sea. In Roman times it was surrounded by temples of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva. This Roman commercial and administrative centre of the city remained the main square of classical and medieval Pula – Pola. It still is the main administrative and legislative centre of the city. The temple of Roma and Augustus is still preserved today. A part of the back wall of the temple of Juno was integrated into the Communal Palace in the 13th century.
Two Roman theatres have withstood the ravages of time: the smaller one (diameter c. 50 m; 2nd century AD) near the centre, the larger one (diameter c. 100 m; 1st century AD) on the southern edge of the city.
The city's old quarter of narrow streets, lined with Medieval and Renaissance buildings, are still surfaced with ancient Roman paving stones.
The Byzantine chapel of St. Mary Formosa was built in the 6th century (before 546) in the form of a Greek cross, resembling the churches in Ravenna. It was built by deacon Maximilian, who became later Archbishop of Ravenna. It was, together with another chapel, part of a Benedictine abbey that was demolished in the 16th century. The floors and the walls are decorated with 6th-century mosaics. The decoration bears some resemblance to the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia at Ravenna. The wall over the door contains a Byzantine carved stone panel. The 15th-century wall paintings may be restorations of Early Christian paintings. When the Venetians raided Pula in 1605, they removed many treasures from this chapel to Venice, including the four columns of oriental alabaster that stand behind the high altar of St Mark's Basilica.
CYPRUS (Κύπρος, Kypr) - Overview, 2006 Flashback - 92 min.
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Harbour Castle
Tombs of the Kings
Agia Solomoni catacomb
Chrysopolitissa church
Agios Neophytos
Coral bay
Loutra Aphroditis
Geroskipou
Palaipaphos
Sanctuary of Aphrodite
Petra tou Romiou
Panagia
Chrysorroyiatissa
Cedar valley
Throni
Kykkos monastery
Pano Platres
Kalidonia waterfalls
Psilo Dendro
Kourion
Kolossi Castle
Limassol
Tenta
Choirokoitia
Lefkara
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Stavrovouni
Hala Sultan Tekke mosque
Panagia Angeloktistos
Larnaka
Ayia Napa
Nissi beach
Sea caves
Lefkosia
Deryneia
Famagusta
Salamis
St. Barnabas
Bellapais
St. Hilarion castle
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„The lost paradise. This is the common thing to hear from people who had the chance to visit this magnificent island. The island of Mljet is one of the most beuatiful and most densely wooded island in the Adriatic. One part of the island , its west side, was declared a national park in 1960. Ancient Greeks called this island „Melita ,which means „honey , and this only tells us how they felt about Mljet. The national park consists of two lakes, the Great lake , and the Small lake. In the middle of the Great lake you will find a small island. On this very island , the island of St. Mary, you can enter Benedictine monastery and church of the 12th century. Here, you will find the peace and quiet that we always need sometimes.
Amazing strolls through thick ancient forest, swimming in the lakes and exploring the ancient stories this island tells for so long, will only make your visit to Mljet worth remembering forever.
Diving Croatia 2011 N.P. Kornati Otok Samograd with Diving Center Vertigo Sibenik 1.2
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During World War II, Slovenia was occupied and annexed by Germany, Italy, and Hungary, with a tiny area transferred to the Independent State of Croatia, a Nazi puppet state. Afterward, it was a founding member of the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia, later renamed the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, a communist state which was initially allied with the Eastern Bloc, but later founded the Non-Aligned Movement. In June 1991, after the introduction of multi-party representative democracy, Slovenia split from Yugoslavia and became an independent country. In 2004, it entered NATO and the European Union; in 2007 became the first formerly communist country to join the Eurozone; and in 2010 joined the OECD, a global association of high-income developed countries.