Croatia is a country that is based in Southern Europe. It is edged by Slovenia, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, and Montenegro. It is a country wealthy in history and culture as well as grand historical places to see, and below are named 10 points that a visitor should see in Croatia.
1.) Muzej Mimara
This outstanding museum is based in Zagreb, a major city in Croatia. What you are going to see here are works of art by celebrated artists such as Lorenzetti, Van Dyck, Renoir, Rubens and some other legendary artists. The collection of this museum is not limited to paintings only, but it also possesses prehistoric exhibits and a invaluable library.
2.) Archaeological Museum of Zagreb
This museum has in its collection monumental artifacts from Egypt. It also has in its possession the Zagreb mummy with its intact bandages. Apart from these and its other 400,000 objects or more, it also possesses stone monuments that were created during the Roman period.
3.) Medvedgrad
This is a fortress that is well preserved and is situated in the Medvednica Mountain. Once here, you will be presented a stunning view of the city below. Also, you can always take a easy stroll here as you take in the grand views.
4.) Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
This cathedral is situated in Dubrovnik, a city of Croatia that is dubbed the Pearl of the Adriatic. It was supposed that it was Richard the Lionhearted’s money that made this cathedral realizable to be set up. This is also a tourist point in Dubrovnik.
5.) Roland’s Column
This stone flag staff is as well placed in Dubrovnik. This is as well a must-see monument when you visit Croatia. Roland’s Column is also called Orlando’s Column.
6.) Archaeological Museum of Split
This Museum is accredited as Croatia’s oldest museum. It has some of the oldest artifacts during the prehistoric times and even has objects dating back to when the Greeks colonized the Adriatic. One of the popular must-see objects here are the stone epitaph collections that was found in Salona, and you should also see its collection of Roman and Greek artefacts.
7.) Diocletian Palace
This is Split’s historical centre and is also listed in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It incorporates many ancient and historical buildings. Because it is well maintained and is a wonderful sight to behold, this has become one of the most famous tourist goals in Croatia.
8.) The Arena in Pula
This arena is located in Pula and is recognized as one the biggest still-existing Roman amphitheaters in the whole world. This was kept from near-destruction when the Venetians started taking the arena’s stones and investing them in their houses and other constructions all over Pula as well. At Present, this serves as one of the greatest wonders of Croatia.
9.) The Forum in Pula
This is what they name Pula City’s main square. Here, you will discover an ancient city residence hall that was erected during the sixteenth century. What is fascinating in this city hall is that some parts of it were built using pieces of an recent temple.
10.) Tvrda
This is a defending fort that was constructed during the 18th century, and this is situated in the city of Osijek. This is a fantastic location to travel to as it is even so a well-preserved military compound that nowadays houses picturesque 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 particular about Tvrda is that, at nighttime, it becomes alive as locals and foreigners go bar and club hopping.
